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How can the EU improve your supply of drinking water?

Wed, 25/06/2014 - 00:00

25/06/2014 00:00:00

The EU wants to hear your views: how can the supply of drinking water in Europe be improved, to guarantee everyone affordable access to clean, safe water? ...

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Commission making EU law lighter, simpler and less costly

Thu, 19/06/2014 - 00:00

19/06/2014 00:00:00

The Commission assesses progress towards cutting red tape and announces new plans for simplifying EU rules to boost growth and jobs. ...

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Food safety – protecting people and animals

Fri, 13/06/2014 - 00:00

13/06/2014 00:00:00

The EU's food safety early warning network cemented its vital role in keeping dangerous food products off the shelves in 2013, and aims to lead the fight against fraud.  ...

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EU aims to improve health and safety for workers

Wed, 11/06/2014 - 00:00

11/06/2014 00:00:00

The EU has announced plans to guarantee better working conditions and reduce work accidents in Europe. ...

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EU looks to strengthen energy security

Wed, 04/06/2014 - 00:00

04/06/2014 00:00:00

The EU has proposed measures to ensure the security of its energy supply in the light of recent world events. ...

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Building growth: Country-specific recommendations 2014

Mon, 02/06/2014 - 00:00

02/06/2014 00:00:00

The European Commission has today adopted a series of economic policy recommendations to individual Member States to strengthen the recovery that began a year ago. ...

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Government subsidies for industry - new EU rules to boost R&D

Mon, 26/05/2014 - 00:00

26/05/2014 00:00:00

The EU is to make it easier for governments to help companies as part of an overhaul of rules designed to boost growth and encourage research and innovation. ...

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Global immunisation programmes – EU to provide €25m a year

Wed, 21/05/2014 - 00:00

21/05/2014 00:00:00

With the aim of improving the health of millions in developing countries, the EU is more than doubling its funding for vaccines and immunisation worldwide. ...

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EU proposes driftnet fishing ban to help protected animals

Mon, 19/05/2014 - 00:00

19/05/2014 00:00:00

The EU has said it plans to impose a full ban on driftnet fishing in European waters over concerns about the threat posed to protected species. ...

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Visit the EU as it opens its doors to the public – 17 May 2014

Fri, 16/05/2014 - 00:00

16/05/2014 00:00:00

To celebrate Europe Day, the EU institutions will be opening their doors to the public in May. Join the celebrations with guided tours, debates and concerts, or take part online. ...

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Boosting private sector growth in developing countries

Wed, 14/05/2014 - 00:00

14/05/2014 00:00:00

Plans to encourage more private sector involvement in the EU’s development work in the world’s poorest countries were published this week by the European Commission. ...

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EU eyes ocean resources for sustainable growth

Mon, 12/05/2014 - 00:00

12/05/2014 00:00:00

The EU has presented an action plan to help make better, responsible use of Europe's ocean resources. ...

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EU rewards 27 groups for services to cultural heritage

Wed, 07/05/2014 - 00:00

07/05/2014 00:00:00

The winners of the 2014 EU Prize for Cultural Heritage have been presented with their awards for excellence in conservation and heritage-related work. ...

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EU economic forecast – Growth becoming broader-based

Mon, 05/05/2014 - 00:00

05/05/2014 00:00:00

The EU economic outlook is strengthening. While leading indicators point to GDP growth gaining momentum in the near term, the conditions for a sustained recovery in the medium term are also improving. ...

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Celebrating the 10th anniversary of the reunification of Europe

Wed, 30/04/2014 - 00:00

30/04/2014 00:00:00

1 May 2014 marks the 10th anniversary of the biggest enlargement in the EU's history with the addition of 10 new member states, most of them from Central and Eastern Europe. ...

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A United, Open and Stronger Europe – European Commission "2010-2014 Record of Achievement"

Fri, 25/04/2014 - 00:00

25/04/2014 00:00:00

What has the European Commission done for you in the last five years? Today, the European Commission has published a snapshot of some of the main achievements that it has delivered for citizens and businesses across Europe over the last five years. ...

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EU improves travel websites for consumers

Wed, 23/04/2014 - 00:00

23/04/2014 00:00:00

Checks on travel websites significantly improve compliance with consumer rights, with 62% now abiding by EU rules. ...

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Equality between the sexes: slow but sure progress

Mon, 14/04/2014 - 00:00

14/04/2014 00:00:00

Gaps in gender equality in Europe are shrinking, but the rate of progress is slow, according to an annual EU report published today. ...

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Exploring benefits of mobile applications for health

Thu, 10/04/2014 - 00:00

10/04/2014 00:00:00

The EU is launching a consultation to gather ideas about how mobile technology could be used to improve health services in Europe, leading to potential savings of €99bn. ...

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Hats off to EU's best young translators 2013

Tue, 08/04/2014 - 00:00

08/04/2014 00:00:00

The 28 winners of the EU's annual translation contest received their awards today. ...

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