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STRIKING A BLOW A steelworker protesting during a strike at steelmaker ThyssenKrupp's plant in Krefeld, western Germany. The German steelmaker is in talks with Finland's Outokumpu over a merger of their stainless steel businesses. The steel sector is facing a wave of consolidation in response to global competition. REUTERS

Social-protection laws hit problems in Commission

A proposal to strengthen European Union law on the social protection of workers has been delayed because of in-fighting within the European Commission.
Thursday, 9 February 2012

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RALLYING CRY Syrians living in Jordan protest against the regime of Bashar Assad. REUTERS

EU plans to increase its presence in Syria

Humanitarian experts could be sent within days, while several EU states have recalled ambassadors.
Thursday, 9 February 2012


Greens lead call to delay ACTA deal

Controversial agreement has split MEPs; Socialist asked to draft Parliament's stance.

Today, 05:19 CET

Call to speed through tax on financial transactions

Nine member states call for FTT to be introduced as soon as possible.

Today, 05:19 CET

Hungary to change constitution ‘within weeks'

Three controversial laws expected to be amended.

Today, 05:19 CET

Firms support MEPs on moving workers to the EU

Discussions to start on intra-corporate transfers and MEPs want rules to be ‘family-friendly'.

Today, 05:18 CET

Thousands of staff to change office

Economics department moves into Charlemagne and competition department moves into Madou tower.

Today, 05:17 CET

Serbia and Kosovo to resume talks next week

Diplomats fear nationalist backlash in Serbia.

Today, 05:15 CET

Bulgaria and Romania edge towards Schengen

Dutch government still to drop its veto against the two countries joining the Schengen area.

Today, 05:15 CET

Commission ‘hits target' for recruitment of officials from Bulgaria and Romania

Since 2007, 1,205 recruits from Bulgaria and Romania have been hired.

Today, 05:15 CET

Syria and Iran to dominate EU visits to China and India

Talks to be held in Beijing and New Delhi.

Today, 05:12 CET

Tough new accounting rules face major delay

International standards could be held up by a year.

Today, 05:12 CET

Roaming plan ‘could decrease competition'

Phone companies concerned about EU plans.

Today, 05:10 CET

Commission's development plans thrown into disarray

Commission demands action from regional government to reduce traffic on rue de la Loi.

Wednesday, 8 February 2012

Eurozone finance ministers to meet on Greek bail-out

Greek parties expected to reach agreement on austerity measures tonight.

Wednesday, 8 February 2012

EU approves organic label for wine

Decision will allow EU producers to compete on even-footing with New World winemakers.

Wednesday, 8 February 2012

EU 'flexible' on ETS if global deal is reached

Commission's director-general for climate says ETS aviation legislation could be changed if there is an international agreement on reducing emissions.

Wednesday, 8 February 2012

Further delay to Greek government bail-out talks

Kroes says 'no need' for Greece to stay in eurozone, quickly contradicted by Barroso and Dutch finance minister.

Tuesday, 7 February 2012

British MEP asked to examine ACTA

David Martin replaces Kader Arif, who quit position because of 'a lack of transparency'.

Tuesday, 7 February 2012

Sweden leads the way on innovation

Innovation rankings show the EU trailing behind the US, Japan and South Korea.

Tuesday, 7 February 2012

Merkel says time is running out for Greek bail-out deal

Talks on new austerity measures to continue today.

Monday, 6 February 2012

Ashton appoints EU envoys to Libya, Haiti

Slovak, Spaniard given ambassadorial posts.

Monday, 6 February 2012

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Romanian prime minister resigns

Emil Boc quits after weeks of protests against his government's cuts.

Monday, 6 February 2012

Russian gas flow increases

Supply back to normal level for most member states, but problems remain in Germany, Italy and Romania.

Monday, 6 February 2012

China bans airlines from EU's emissions scheme

Chinese authorities say including airlines in the emissions trading scheme violates international climate negotiations.

Monday, 6 February 2012

Niinistö becomes Finland's president

Sauli Niinistö, who led Finland into the eurozone as finance minister, beats EU's former envoy to Darfur, Pekka Haavisto.

Monday, 6 February 2012

Greek parties fail to reach deal on new loan terms

Negotiations on measures to satisfy EU and IMF on second bail-out to resume Monday.

Sunday, 5 February 2012

EU hits out at Russia and China over Syria stance

UN resolution calls for an end to violence and "Syrian-led transition".

Sunday, 5 February 2012

Google says no delay to new privacy rules

EU data protection authorities have called for suspension of rules because of privacy concerns.

Friday, 3 February 2012

Russian gas cuts hit eight member states

Decrease in supply sparks fears of another energy crisis.

Friday, 3 February 2012

Kallas calls for international ship safety review

European commissioner calls for improved safety in light of Costa Concordia calamity.

Friday, 3 February 2012

Juncker rules out Greek debt talks

Meeting on Greek debt deal that was pencilled in for Monday evening will not happen, says Eurogroup president.

Friday, 3 February 2012

Hungarian airline collapse leaves passengers stranded

Malév blames Commission state-aid decision for driving it out of business.

Friday, 3 February 2012

MEPs struggle over how to deal with public hearings

Split emerges over how to handle requests for public hearings brought under the European Citizen's Initiative.

Friday, 3 February 2012

Tunisia seeks greater EU support

Prime minister meets EU leaders and says his country urgently needs more help.

Thursday, 2 February 2012

'Inconclusive' data about breast implant risks

Commission report says more information needed on health risks from implants made by French firm.

Thursday, 2 February 2012

Eight satellites purchased for Galileo

European satellite project books three launch slots.

Thursday, 2 February 2012

Almunia plans to modernise EU state-aid rules

State-aid rules should become more ‘efficient' under plan.

Thursday, 2 February 2012

Budget tussle starts over aid to regions

The European Union's aid to economically deprived regions and social groups has become a battleground for arguments over the size of the Union's budget.

Thursday, 2 February 2012

Commission rejects stock exchange merger

Almunia says deal would create ‘near-monopoly', while Deutsche Börse says it is a ‘black day' for Europe.

Thursday, 2 February 2012

Push for sustainability indicators at Rio talks

UN sets out roadmap for Rio negotiations.

Thursday, 2 February 2012

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