MEPs are set to hold a debate on the humanitarian situation in Ukraine on Wednesday 20th April. The Development Committee MEPs will debate with the Chair of the Humanitarian Committee of the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine, Mykyta Poturayev on Wednesday. The illegal Russian invasion of Ukraine on 24th February of this year has sparked a … Continued
Since Russian President Vladimir Putin ordered the Russian army to invade Ukraine on 24th February, Europe has been plagued by uncertainty and fear of retribution should the EU enact harsher and more forceful measures against Russia. One particular question, however, that has been on peoples’ minds is what will happen in the event that Ukraine’s … Continued
The European Parliament voted in favour of a resolution calling for measures to protect children and young people fleeing violence in Ukraine. On Thursday, MEPs voted in favour of a resolution calling for various measures to protect young people and children fleeing violence in Ukraine and facilitate their integration into their host country communities. The … Continued
European Parliament President Roberta Metsola warned financial services practitioners that Malta’s tax rebate to foreign businesses in Malta can only serve as an incentive for a short time to come. In her speech at the Institute for Financial Services Practitioners’ Annual Conference, Metsola told attendees that “tax is only one element of attractiveness” and that … Continued
MEPs decided on Thursday that EU countries sheltering Ukrainian refugees will immediately receive €3.4 billion to address their needs. Following the Parliament’s green light to redirect EU regional and asylum funding to EU countries sheltering people fleeing from Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, MEPs adopted additional support measures. MEPs agreed to release the funds out of … Continued
The European Commission has formally warned Malta against the sale of passports, which it states is in breach of EU law. In a formal letter to the Maltese government, the Commission expressed concerns that the granting of Maltese citizenship – which automatically makes one an EU citizen – for a pre-determined payment or investment, without … Continued
The European Parliament’s Bureau agreed to support journalists with new training programmes and a scholarship scheme for young journalists named after the late EP President Sassoli. The aim is to deepen journalists’ understanding of EU affairs and help participants gain relevant experience in order to enrich the European media sector, whilst also ensuring editorial freedom. … Continued
The European Parliament has voted in favour to enter negotiations with EU governments on a Commission proposal for a Pay Transparency Directive. MEPs are demanding that EU companies with at least 50 employees must be required to disclose information that makes it easier for those working for the same employer to compare salaries and expose … Continued
European Parliament President Roberta Metsola has been awarded the Order of Princess Olga of the first degree by Ukrainian President Vlodomir Zelenskyy. An EU Delegation in Ukraine announced on Twitter that Metsola was bestowed he prestigious honour during during her visit to Kyiv, the Ukrainian capital, last week. This comes shortly after her surprise visit … Continued
The European Commission and the Government of Canada announced the launch of a global campaign to raise funding in support of people fleeing the invasion of Ukraine, in partnership with the international advocacy organisation, Global Citizen. The “Stand Up For Ukraine” global social media rally was organised with the aim to mobilise governments, institutions, artists, … Continued