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MEPs attack slow pace of Roma investigation

Commission under fire for not taking action against France. 
Tuesday, 7 September 2010

Opposition to setting up resolution funds

UK, France and the Netherlands say funds would encourage irresponsible behaviour by banks.

Tuesday, 7 September 2010

Barroso calls for support during Europe's 'moment of truth'

Commission president sets out priorities during 'State of the Union' address.

Tuesday, 7 September 2010

 

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MEPs postpone vote on Korea trade deal

Amendments to safeguard clause approved.

Tuesday, 7 September 2010

Ministers back financial supervision reforms

Member states approve deal, with MEPs to vote on package later this month.

Tuesday, 7 September 2010

Member states agree to EU budget review

Finance ministers back plan for budgets to be submitted for review around six months before being adopted.

Tuesday, 7 September 2010

 

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Emissions impossible? You need an active subscription to read this article

UN scheme under fire for lack of effectiveness, while Commission seeks to protect emissions scheme.

Thursday, 2 September 2010

Fear and prejudice in the Netherlands You need an active subscription to read this article

Current and former politicians from the right and the left are uneasy about the possibility of a minority government striking a deal with the right-wing party of Geert Wilders.

Thursday, 2 September 2010

  

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Parliament backs down over 'forced' attendance

Plan dropped because of MEPs' anger at decision to impose fines on those who miss Barroso's 'State of the Union' speech.

Tuesday, 7 September 2010

Barnier seeks co-ordination of bank levies

Warning of risks to handling of future crises.

Monday, 6 September 2010

Nabucco pipeline gets funding boost

Financial institutions take the first step to agreeing a multi-billion euro support deal.

Monday, 6 September 2010

 

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Have Polish, will travel You need an active subscription to read this article

The effects of making work placements eligible for Erasmus grants.

Thursday, 2 September 2010

 

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Facing up to a world of problems You need an active subscription to read this article

EU development policy is in the midst of structural changes as it has to deal with a host of complex global challenges.

Thursday, 15 July 2010

The difficulties of dividing up development responsibilities You need an active subscription to read this article

The establishment of the European External Action Service will result in major changes to the way the EU deals with development.

Thursday, 15 July 2010

Keeping control of the EU's funding You need an active subscription to read this article

The European Commission wants to change the way in which it manages EU aid.

Thursday, 15 July 2010

 

  
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TAKING ACTION French opposition parties, unions and civil rights groups take to the streets of Paris to protest against President Nicolas Sarkozy's anti-crime proposals, including expulsions of Roma.

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Too early to celebrate children's rights in the EU?

On the 20th anniversary of the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child, is the EU living up to its commitments? Amnesty highlights two areas of concern.
By Nicolas Beger
Thursday, 2 September 2010

There is a better way to curb bankers' bonuses You need an active subscription to read this article

European proposals to curb bonuses and limit risk-taking may be well designed, but the restrictions would be all too easy to sidestep.
By Luigi Zingales
Thursday, 2 September 2010

Don't pretend the EU is the Red Cross You need an active subscription to read this article

The EU must improve its political response to crises and not just its ability to deliver aid.
By Richard Gowan
Thursday, 2 September 2010

 

 

Editorial                                              

 

Delusions of grandeur and of unity You need an active subscription to read this article

Barroso show more respect for the differences between the EU and the US.
Thursday, 2 September 2010

 

 
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Changing times and a sunny disposition in Hungary You need an active subscription to read this article

The new Hungarian government's policy of friendliness in all directions is already having an effect.
Thursday, 2 September 2010

 

The intergovernmental resurgence You need an active subscription to read this article

The diminishing role of the European Union institutions has brought national governments back to centre-stage.
By Stewart Fleming
Thursday, 2 September 2010


 
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A policy in search of a defence You need an active subscription to read this article

Every argument that France makes for its expulsion of Roma misses the mark.
By Peter Vermeersch
Thursday, 2 September 2010

Roma need a break from the vicious circle

A 'not in my backyard' policy will have little effect.
By Jan Jařab and Judith Kumin
Wednesday, 1 September 2010

 

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Lawrence Gonzi, as seen by Marco Villard.

Tightrope walker You need an active subscription to read this article

Malta's prime minister had a quick rise to the top, but may be about to lose his grip on power.

Thursday, 2 September 2010

A conflict of interest You need an active subscription to read this article

Moving the EU's finance ministers.

Thursday, 2 September 2010

An ideal icebreaker You need an active subscription to read this article

How a British diplomat won over an ambassador from Iceland.

Thursday, 2 September 2010

Hirsutes you, sir You need an active subscription to read this article

Will Belgium's finance minister be sporting a new look?

Thursday, 2 September 2010

Bristling with authority You need an active subscription to read this article

Where does your toothbrush come from?

Thursday, 2 September 2010

Brittan's got talent You need an active subscription to read this article

Former European Commissioner is still in demand.

Thursday, 2 September 2010

 
 

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