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Strasbourg plenary session 23-26 November

Institutions - 20-11-2009 - 12:20

Legally binding targets for CO2 emissions and an overhaul of Europe's telecoms market are just two steps MEPs have taken this week

The EU membership hopes of countries like Croatia and Turkey were weighed up by MEPs Thursday (26 November) in a parliamentary resolution. The need to fight corruption and strengthen the rule of law were key considerations for the House. With the UN climate conference approaching Members called Wednesday for emissions cuts of 80% by 2050 and funding for developing countries. Tuesday saw MEPs back an overhaul of Europe's telecoms market, which should increase competition between phone companies.

Tuesday afternoon saw Commission boss José Manuel Barroso face questions from MEPs on everything from the new top EU jobs to the state of Europe's economy.

An important milestone related to the eco-labelling of tyres was passed this week when Members gave their approval to new rules that will ensure that energy and fuel efficient tyres are more clearly marked. The aim is to cut fuel bills and CO2 emissions more generally.

Finally, the week also saw the House call for sexual violence within relationships to be more clearly recognised as a crime by governments across the European Union.

The Session formally comes to a close on Thursday afternoon. This feature contains information related to some of the most important debates and votes between 23-26 November.

The next sitting of the Parliament opens on 14 December.

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