Predstavljena sporočila za medije
15.06.2017 - 09:24
EFSI supported more than 420,000 small businesses
“The European Fund for Strategic Investments (EFSI), which is at the heart of the Juncker Investment Plan, has delivered the expected results and has largely exceeded expectations as regards SME investments," stated the EFSI Co-Rapporteur...
14.06.2017 - 13:19
Gender pension gap: something's not right
"The gender pension gap between men and women is up to almost 40% in Europe. It is obvious that something isn’t right! Dealing with this unacceptable situation, we experience a deep unfairness towards all women who, when retiring, lose...
Izjave za tisk
22.06.2017 - 15:18
EPP Group further commits to fighting climate change
European Parliament to ratify an amendment which will extend the Montreal Protocol and ultimately reduce 70 billion CO2-equivalents by 2050
Today, the European Parliament’s Committee on Environment further committed to climate...
21.06.2017 - 15:31
Europass: popular CV system revamped
“With more than 60 million CVs, Europass is one of the most successful and cost-effective initiatives of the past ten years. It must be our main goal to support educational and working mobility in Europe in the best way possible. This is why...
21.06.2017 - 10:13
EU space endeavour will put more jobs on the ground
“Space is everywhere and concerns almost all public policies. It is a strategic domain. We have to therefore guarantee independent access to space for Europe. It is a major step to achieve a resilient European security and defence policy...
20.06.2017 - 11:46
Human rights crucial to evaluation of new EU-Cuba agreement
The EPP Group today recalled that the new agreement between the EU and Cuba on the Political Dialogue and Cooperation Agreement should contribute to the improvement of the situation and respect for human rights and must lead to a democratic...
20.06.2017 - 09:43
Call for the suspension of Turkish EU accession talks
"A close and privileged relationship between the EU and Turkey is in the interest of both sides. But this can only be realised if it is based on human rights, the respect of the fundamental freedoms, democratic values and the rule of law....
16.06.2017 - 19:50
EPP Group mourning Helmut Kohl
"I am shaken and deeply saddened by the death of Helmut Kohl. Kohl shaped my political generation, he inspired us with his tireless work towards a united Germany and Europe living in peace and freedom. With his conviction and determination, he...
15.06.2017 - 12:46
Better prevention and handling of accidents at sea
An agreement was reached last night on improved digital registration and safety inspections for ferries and ships. The EPP Group warmly welcomes the compromise as it makes sea travel safer and significantly reduces administrative procedures by...
15.06.2017 - 10:46
Europe should not leave the sharing economy to the US
The collaborative economy is developing fast and Europe should not leave the opportunities of this digital revolution to the US. The sharing economy has meant EU citizens can now enjoy lower prices, greater choice and tailored services, like...
15.06.2017 - 10:02
EPP Group backs revised EU Blue Card for qualified workers
Today, the European Parliament’s Committee on Civil Liberties, Justice and Home Affairs adopted a new law on the Blue Card working permits for highly-qualified non-EU nationals. The revised EU-wide rules for issuing Blue Cards which will...
15.06.2017 - 09:24
EFSI supported more than 420,000 small businesses
“The European Fund for Strategic Investments (EFSI), which is at the heart of the Juncker Investment Plan, has delivered the expected results and has largely exceeded expectations as regards SME investments," stated the EFSI Co-Rapporteur...
15.06.2017 - 09:01
A European success: end of roaming benefits 500 million
As of today, roaming charges in the EU will disappear. Spanish MEP Pilar Del Castillo, who negotiated the historic agreement on behalf the European Parliament, said “the elimination of roaming charges for voice calls, text messages and data is...
14.06.2017 - 13:19
Gender pension gap: something's not right
"The gender pension gap between men and women is up to almost 40% in Europe. It is obvious that something isn’t right! Dealing with this unacceptable situation, we experience a deep unfairness towards all women who, when retiring, lose...
14.06.2017 - 13:14
Europe's answer to America First: partnership, cooperation
“Climate change is a reality. It is coming. It will be big and dramatic and we can only try to limit it,” said Manfred Weber, Chairman of the EPP Group in the European Parliament, during a debate in plenary on the Paris Agreement....
14.06.2017 - 13:06
Greening of CAP: imported protein feed not desired solution
"The European Commission's proposal of prohibiting the use of plant protection products on ecological focus areas is not environmentally-sound", said Albert Deß MEP, the EPP Group’s Spokesman in the European Parliament...
14.06.2017 - 12:52
Climate Change: Europe unites behind Paris deal
Europe unites against US pulling out of the climate change accord, says Paris Agreement will survive Trump
The European Parliament today adopted legislation implementing its 2030 emissions reduction targets for the agriculture, transport,...
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Zadnje
22.06.2017 - 15:18
EPP Group further commits to fighting climate change
European Parliament to ratify an amendment which will extend the Montreal Protocol and ultimately reduce 70 billion CO2-equivalents by 2050...
22.06.2017 - 15:00
Free WiFi for all in Europe
An EU programme to install WiFi in thousands of communities across Europe will help people build skills and businesses to benefit from the digital...
21.06.2017 - 15:31
Europass: popular CV system revamped
“With more than 60 million CVs, Europass is one of the most successful and cost-effective initiatives of the past ten years. It must be our...
21.06.2017 - 10:13
EU space endeavour will put more jobs on the ground
“Space is everywhere and concerns almost all public policies. It is a strategic domain. We have to therefore guarantee independent access to...
Poudarki tedna
26.06.2017
- 30.06.2017
European Ceremony of Honour for Helmut Kohl
On Saturday 1 July, Manfred Weber MEP, Chairman of the EPP Group, will participate in the European Ceremony of Honour for Helmut Kohl which will be...
European Union Agency for Asylum
On Thursday the Committee on Civil Liberties, Justice and Home Affairs is expected to vote on the outcome of negotiations on the European Union...
Nobel Prize winner Svetlana Alexievich will be keynote speaker at hearing on 'Belarusian society: towards a modern political and national identity?'
On Tuesday, the EPP Group will hold a hearing on 'Belarusian society: towards a modern political and national identity?'. 25 years after the...
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27.06.2017 - 16:30
Churches and religious organisations’ accessibility to EU funding for cooperation projects
Churches and religious organisations carry out valuable work in several critical areas such as health, education,...