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"As we face democratic backsliding across the world, we must double down on our efforts to defend democracy through participation and leadership."
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https://nitter.privacydev.net/EP_President
on the International Day of Democracy.

[2024-09-15 08:24 UTC]

Rising to the challenges of migration in the EU: meet Pelagie and Todor.
The European Parliament backs an EU-wide approach to the challenges posed by migration.

[2024-09-14 15:23 UTC]

From debating foreign affairs to discussing plans to boost the EU's economy, MEPs will have much to deal with when they meet in Strasbourg next week.
Pre-plenary briefing 👇

[2024-09-13 11:26 UTC]

Ever wondered how people are seated in the European Parliament's plenary chamber?
Everyone from the same political group is seated together. At the front they are represented by their political group leader.
MEPs who are not part of a political group are also seated together.

[2024-09-12 09:00 UTC]

Almost 10 hours separate the average actual weekly working time in Greece and the Netherlands. Check out our rundown of the numbers for the whole EU.
Parliament wants to ensure the right to disconnect from work:
https://europa.eu/!gYqjD6

[2024-09-11 16:03 UTC]

Today is World Suicide Prevention Day.
Mental health must be prioritised. The European Parliament is calling for a long-term, comprehensive and integrated EU Mental Health Strategy.
🔗 Read more:
https://europa.eu/!G3mjHX

[2024-09-10 11:51 UTC]

🥇🥈🥉 They proved once and for all that adversity can be a stepping stone to greatness.
Congratulations to all the inspiring athletes representing EU countries at the 2024 Paralympic Games! They've won a total of 420 medals.

[2024-09-09 10:46 UTC]

Today is International Literacy Day.
Parliament's culture and education committee proposed measures to help the European book sector, including creating a label displaying independent bookshops in the EU and introducing zero-rate VAT for books in all EU countries.

[2024-09-08 08:00 UTC]

Committees serve as the engine behind the European Parliament's legislative work.
As committees started their work this week following the summer break, discover who will lead them in the new parliamentary term ↓

[2024-09-07 09:13 UTC]

Are you interested in learning more about the work of a Parliament translator or interpreter?
Registration is now OPEN for interactive online workshops, which will take place on Friday 27 September.
Register now
https://europa.eu/!KBhmD4

[2024-09-06 15:08 UTC]

Committees are at the core of Parliament’s work 🏛️
In addition to drafting and voting on positions, committees appoint negotiation teams with EU governments, organise hearings with experts, prepare reports and oversee other EU bodies.

[2024-09-05 17:00 UTC]

The European Parliament is back!
Starting this week MEPs are holding committee meetings.
During this week’s meetings, they will look at issues such as the EU budget and hold hearings with representatives of EU agencies.
Watch them live:
https://europa.eu/!Xr98dq

[2024-09-04 15:00 UTC]

School's back in session!
Did you know that more than 40% of people aged 25-34 in the EU have a university degree or equivalent?
Check out our comparison of the various education levels between EU countries 🎓👇

[2024-09-03 09:00 UTC]

· Protecting children from sexual abuse
· Emergency response to Mbox outbreak
· Fraud affecting EU funds
Check out what Parliament will be working on this week:
https://europa.eu/!nm94kH

[2024-09-02 12:04 UTC]

Today we remember Altiero Spinelli, born on this day in 1907.
He dedicated his political career to the idea of a free and united Europe.
In 1984 the Parliament adopted a plan named after him which provided an inspiration for the creation of the EU and the European citizenship.

[2024-08-31 10:06 UTC]

Parliamentary committees handle legislative proposals, appoint teams to negotiate with EU ministers, adopt reports, organise hearings, and scrutinise other EU bodies and institutions.
Find out more about them:
https://europa.eu/!bndtY9

[2024-08-29 09:00 UTC]

Meet 🇺🇦 Olena and 🇨🇿 Kamil.
Olena is a Ukrainian Erasmus student studying in Gdansk, Poland, and Kamil is an assistant professor in Czechia, focusing on giving as many Ukrainians as possible access to education.
This is how they benefit from EU support 👇

[2024-08-28 19:26 UTC]

🥇🥈🥉Good luck to all EU athletes participating in the 2024 Summer Paralympics in Paris between 28 August and 8 September!
Are you watching? Which sports are you following? Let us know in the comments!

[2024-08-28 08:12 UTC]

Fact-checking has nowadays become key to using the web 🗝️ Malicious actors often spread false or misleading information to influence people.
Don't be fooled - follow our handy guide and check the facts ↓

[2024-08-27 09:00 UTC]

Parliament called for a new law to make sure that employees can disconnect from work during non-work hours without consequence.
Read more:
https://europa.eu/!gYqjD6

[2024-08-26 09:00 UTC]