The European Commission has unveiled a first set of pilot actions to accelerate Europe’s transition to a circular economy, with a particular focus on the plastics sector.
The EU Parliament and Council have struck a political deal on the CAP to cut red tape, simplify payment schemes, and boost the competitiveness of farmers, including small farmers and business start-ups.
The EU Commission has approved the addition of a lime honey produced by French bees from Picardie and a type of pork sausages from Romania’s Valcean region to its list of Protected Geographical Indications.
The European Union and Switzerland have signed an agreement on Switzerland’s participation in Horizon Europe, Digital Europe, and the Euratom Research & Training (R&T) programme.
Grants of more than €358 million have been awarded to 132 projects across Europe under the EU’s LIFE Programme for environment and climate action, covering the circular economy, clean energy and restoration of natural habitats.
Twenty-one airlines have committed to change their practices regarding environmental claims that were considered misleading following dialogue with the EU Commission and national consumer protection authorities.
Total expenditure on social protection benefits in the EU reached €4,925 billion in 2024, according to early estimates, with Finland spending most as a percentage of GDP at 32.5 per cent of GDP.
