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2022

Russia’s war against Ukraine has strengthened public support for the EU, the EP Spring Eurobarometer survey published today finds.
Read more : EU-Wide Survey: In face of Ukraine war, Citizens close ranks in support of EU

The UK Contact Group co-Chairs David McAllister, Bernd Lange and Nathalie Loiseau issued the following statement on Tuesday after a meeting with Commission Vice-President Maroš Šefčovič.
Read more : Serious breach of international law: MEPs call on UK not to adopt new bill

MEPs and UK parliamentarians will gather in Brussels on Thursday and Friday to discuss the state of EU-UK relations and the war in Ukraine.
Read more : First meeting of the EU-UK Parliamentary Partnership Assembly

On Thursday, MEPs adopted measures to continue supplying medicines from Great Britain to Northern Ireland, as well as to Cyprus, Ireland and Malta.
Read more : EU-UK relations: ensuring uninterrupted supply of medicines

Collection of available press material and audio-visual assets for journalists and media.
Read more : Roberta Metsola in Kyiv and Poland to support Ukrainian people

From Monday to Thursday, Parliament is organising the “Ukraine Solidarity Days” to show its support for Ukraine's parliament following the Russian invasion.
Read more : Parliament organises the Ukraine Solidarity Days

“Our way of life is worth defending. It is worth a cost. For the next generation, for all those in Ukraine and around the world who believe in Europe. For all those who want to be free.”
Read more : Metsola to Zelenskyy: “We must face the future together”

Parliament’s President and group leaders adopted the following statement on Russia’s military attack on Ukraine, and announced an extraordinary plenary session for next Tuesday.
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Statement on Ukraine by European Parliament’s leaders

Leading MEPs strongly condemn the recognition of the non-government controlled areas of Donetsk and Luhansk oblasts of Ukraine as independent entities.
Read more : The decision of Russia’s President is a serious violation of international law

Statement by UKCG co-Chairs and other leading MEPs following the unilateral move by Northern Ireland’s Minister of Agriculture.
Read more : MEPs condemn the repeated violations of the Northern Ireland Protocol

On Tuesday, 18 January 2022, MEPs elected Roberta Metsola (EPP, MT) as President of the European Parliament until 2024, with 458 votes in the first round.
Read more : Roberta Metsola elected new President of the European Parliament
President Sassoli to be honoured in Plenary
11/01/2022

European Parliament President David Sassoli passed away on 11 January. The Parliament will honour his memory in a ceremony on Monday in Strasbourg.
Read more : President Sassoli to be honoured in Plenary
2021

MEPs have awarded Russian opposition politician and anti-corruption activist Alexei Navalny the European Parliament’s 2021 Sakharov Prize for Freedom of Thought.
Read more : Alexei Navalny awarded the European Parliament’s 2021 Sakharov Prize

On Thursday, the EP Conference of Presidents will discuss the implementation of the EU-UK agreements with Commission Vice-President Šefčovič.
Read more : Group leaders to meet EC VP Šefčovič on EU-UK relations

At 9.00 CET/8.00 BST on Wednesday 15 September, Commission President Ursula von der Leyen will deliver her State of the European Union address, followed by a three hour debate with MEPs.
Read more : Media Advisory: State of the European Union address and debate

Statement by David McAllister and Bernd Lange on the UK government’s new ‘command paper’ titled “Northern Ireland Protocol: the way forward”.
Read more : Brexit: MEPs push back against UK attempts to overhaul the NI Protocol
Fighting threats to democracy: MEPs to discuss dangers faced by parliamentarians around the world
28/06/2021

MEPs are set to put solidarity in action to empower parliamentarians facing serious dangers, including unfair criminal proceedings, intimidation and violence.
Read more : Fighting threats to democracy: MEPs to discuss dangers faced by parliamentarians around the world

The European Parliament’s new journalism prize in tribute to murdered Maltese investigative journalists Daphne Caruana Galizia, has opened for submissions.
Read more : Apply for the Daphne Caruana Galizia journalism prize

On Saturday 19 June, the inaugural Plenary meeting of the Conference on the Future of Europe was held in Strasbourg.
Read more : Conference on the Future of Europe: Plenary meets for the first time

EU legislators reached a political agreement on Thursday on the 5 billion euro Brexit Adjustment Reserve, paving the way for a first payment by December.
Read more : Deal reached on EU fund to help regions and businesses adapt to Brexit

The European Commission should amend its draft decision on UK data protection to ensure EU standards for citizens’ privacy are respected.
Read more : Data protection: MEPs urge the Commission to amend UK adequacy decisions

MEPs will vote on giving their consent to the agreement that sets the rules for the future EU-UK relationship, on Tuesday, with the result announced on Wednesday morning. They will also debate and vote on a resolution assessing the agreement, in which they insist on its full implementation along with the Withdrawal Agreement, and stressing Parliament's role in scrutinising the practical application of the deals. The result of the votes will be announced at 9:00 on Wednesday.
Read more : Parliament to decide whether to give its consent to EU-UK agreement

The European Parliament reaffirms its will to continue to engage with young generations of UK citizens and EU27 citizens resident in the UK.
Read more : Young people, UK and EU27 citizens in the UK to remain part of the European Parliament's Communication programmes
2020

Provisional implementation is to remain a unique exception, said EP leaders. Parliamentary oversight will start soon to adopt the EP position before the end of the provisional application.
Read more : European Parliament to scrutinise deal on future EU-UK relations

The Conference of Presidents of Parliament’s political groups issued the following statement after meeting EU Chief Negotiator Michel Barnier on Thursday.
Read more : Statement of the Conference of Presidents of the European Parliament on the EU-UK future relationship negotiations

Parliament supports legislation that aims to ensure the tunnel railway connecting continental Europe and the UK continues to operate safely and efficiently.
Read more : EU-UK relations: MEPs approve rules to ensure Eurotunnel safety and cooperation

The UKCG and the European Parliament political group leaders issued the following statement after meeting with Chief EU Negotiator Michel Barnier and Joint Committee Co-Chair Maroš Šefčovič, on Friday, 11th September.
Read more : Statement of the UK Coordination Group and the leaders of the political groups of the EP

European Parliament regrets that differences remain substantial, with little time left to reach an agreement on the future EU-UK relationship.
Read more : EU-UK talks: MEPs display unwavering support for the EU position

Statement following meeting between Presidents of European Council, Commission, Parliament and UK PM Boris Johnson
Read more : EU-UK Statement following the High Level Meeting on 15 June

• UK needs to give guarantees on full reciprocity for fingerprint data exchange with EU countries
• Concerns over UK meeting EU data protection standards after the transition period MEPs want
• Council to wait for framework for future relationship with UK to be put in place
Read more : EP wants data protection guaranteed before allowing fingerprint exchange with UK

EU funds to cover increased needs of member states’ healthcare systems due to pandemic Stock-piling and distribution of medical supplies across Europe Financial package contains additional funds, e.g. to help Greece tackle migratory pressures
Read more : COVID-19: MEPs free up over €3 billion to support EU healthcare sector

The EU has approved emergency measures to help farmers and fishermen affected by the coronavirus pandemic
Read more : COVID-19: Emergency measures to help EU farmers and fishermen

MEPs want to see a massive recovery package to support the European economy after the COVID-19 crisis, including recovery bonds guaranteed by the EU budget.
Read more : COVID-19: MEPs call for massive recovery package and Coronavirus Solidarity Fund

Maximum flexibility to channel EU structural funds not yet used to fight impact of COVID-19 on citizens Enhanced support to EU fishers, aquaculture farmers and agri-food producers Fund for European Aid to the Most Deprived will continue to provide assistance where it is most needed
Read more : COVID-19: Stepping up the EU’s response to alleviate the effects of the crisis

Statement following the update of European Parliament measures to protect against spread of COVID-19
Read more : Statement by the President of the European Parliament David Sassoli on COVID-19

Statement by David McAllister, Chair of Parliament’s UK Coordination Group, following the start of EU-UK negotiations on a future partnership on Monday 2 March.
Read more : EU-UK future relations: crucial to ensure EU leverage and unity

- The integrity of the EU Single Market and Customs Union must be preserved - There should be a “dynamic alignment” of EU-UK rules - The EU must protect its most sensitive sectors
Read more : EU-UK future relations: “level playing field” crucial to ensure fair competition

The United Kingdom will remain a special and essential partner of the European Union after Brexit. The European Parliament’s Liaison Office in the UK will continue to operate after the UK's withdrawal from the EU.
Read more : Presence of the European Parliament in the UK after Brexit

"A new dawn for Europe" - Op-ed article by Presidents David Sassoli, Charles Michel and Ursula von der Leyen
Read more : "A new dawn for Europe" - Op-ed article by EU Presidents

UK Withdrawal Agreement cleared the second-to-last hurdle before entering into force Qualified majority vote in the Council to conclude the process, Brexit set to take place on 31 January 2020
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Brexit deal approved by the European Parliament

The Constitutional Affairs Committee agreed on Thursday to recommend that the EP plenary should approve the UK withdrawal terms.
Read more : Brexit: the Withdrawal Agreement passes the first European Parliament test

- Concerns about the UK EU Settlement Scheme and the set-up of the independent authority - Freedom of movement, the length of the transition period and limiting the damage to EU and UK citizens’ lives at the heart of the debate
Read more : Brexit: MEPs concerned about citizens' rights

- First ever EU rules on collective redress - Consumers to be better protected in “mass harm” situations such as Dieselgate, Ryanair - Safeguards against abusive lawsuits (“loser pays principle”)
Read more : Negotiations on new EU collective redress rules to begin
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