The Third Way – Myth
by Ralph T. Niemeyer It is hardly possible for any democratically elected leader to stand up against their power and it is impossible…
Human Rights
Tobacco Directive: Public Health Committee backs agreement with EU Ministers
by Richard Stahl Draft legislation agreed with the Council of Ministers to make tobacco products less attractive to young people was endorsed by Public…
Syrian humanitarian crisis: children affected most
Priorities for humanitarian aid to contain the regional impact of the crisis in Syria and possible political solutions to the conflict there were discussed…
Aid to the most deprived: EP and Council agree to €3.5 billion
The Fund for European Aid to the Most Deprived (FEAD) in 2014-2020 will be maintained at €3.5 billion, the same figure as in…
EP/Council deal on better social rights and conditions
Non-EU seasonal workers will get better working and living conditions, including a minimum wage and proper accommodation, under a draft law agreed by Parliament…
Women on company boards: go for 40% of non-executive posts by 2020, urge MEPs
By Martha Devon EU-listed companies should aim to ensure, by 2020, that at least 40% of their non-executive board members are women, so…