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Building a barrier-free Europe. Today, on the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, the European Parliament reaffirms its commitment to ensuring that all EU citizens can enjoy access to basic facilities, as well as freedom of movement.
10:32 UTC
Examined, evaluated, approved. Discover how the European Parliament decided to back the new European Commission ↓
16:56 UTC
Bookshops & Newsstands in Bruxelles/Strasbourg
Hi everyone,
Bit of a strange question, but we were wondering what the bookstores and newsstands are in the Euro parliament cities where MEP's go to shop. Oh and if there are any reading cafe's that are populair under MEP's, please let us know as well. Thanks!
14:32 UTC
The EU budget for 2025 was adopted and signed into law during the plenary session in Strasbourg. In a deal, reached with the Council earlier, the European Parliament had managed to secure and reinforce the funding for key EU programmes for research, health, education, young farmers and others
14:41 UTC
Any news on the Schuman traineeships?
Hello everyone! I was wondering if anyone heard something from the EP regarding the Schuman traineeships? I know that it could take until the end of December to get a decision, it's just that I've heard nothing from them, no updates, no preselection yet. We're almost at the end of November and I'm starting to lose hope.
13:09 UTC
What is an MEP? A plenary session? Hemicycle? Or committee meeting? Let’s bring you up to speed on these terms in EU jargon explained. Want to know more?
22:15 UTC
Women Leaders in the European Parliament: Taking Charge in the Ukraine Crisis and Forging a Path to Peace
02:07 UTC
It has been 1000 days since Russia launched its full-scale invasion on Ukraine. Parliament has stood and will continue to stand with Ukraine for as long as it takes. Watch the video to learn more about Parliament's unwavering support to the country and its people 👇
09:57 UTC
Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine began 1,000 days ago. Since the beginning, the European Parliament has stood with Ukraine and will continue to stand for as long as it takes. Tomorrow, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy will address Parliament.
18:54 UTC
Housing prices in the EU rose by 48% on average in less than 10 years, creating difficulties for many Europeans. The highest increase was seen in Hungary where prices have risen by more than 170% since 2015. The EU sees tackling this issue as one of its priorities. Find out more in the comments 👇
12:56 UTC
New Zealand's Parliament :
11:06 UTC
Deforestation law: the European Parliament approves postponement of its application by one year to give more time to companies to comply with the rules
12:34 UTC
A debate on EU-US relations after the election of Donald Trump, deforestation and a discussion on the report of former Finnish President Sauli Niinistö on how the EU can better prepare for future civil and military crises. Discover what's on the agenda for this week 👇
13:47 UTC
Another day of hearings. Today, Parliament will question six commissioner candidates for the new European Commission. More information, including streaming links, in the first comment.
08:48 UTC
Anyone else having trouble with the Blue Book portal?
Just checking to see if anyone else is having trouble accessing the portal... I've been trying to get in for the last hour and have had no joy. Do we think it's a traffic thing and too many people are attempting to access it?
17:24 UTC
It's day four of the hearings! Today, Parliament will question four more commissioner candidates for the new European Commission.
For more information, including streaming links, visit: europa.eu/!N3WGbP
07:26 UTC
Parliament President Roberta Metsola congratulated Donald Trump on his electoral victory in the United States.
09:54 UTC
Day 3 of the commissioner confirmation hearings. On today’s agenda, Parliament has six more commissioner candidates to assess. Follow the live streamings via link in the comments 👇
08:35 UTC
Members of the European Parliament hold hearings with six more commissioners-designate today (Tuesday) to assess if the candidates are suitable for the assigned posts. Check out the comments for links to the streamings.
10:12 UTC
Starting this afternoon, Parliament is holding hearings with candidates for the new European Commission. Check out the comments to find out how to follow the hearings 👇
12:23 UTC
Fourth time's a charm? I got preselected! Help me not screw it 🙏
(I realize I am in the wrong sub but this one has been of help in the past, is more active than the EC one and I really don't think it's that different as I'm just looking for general guidance. Apologies in advance anyway)
I tried and tried so many times to get a Blue Book at the Commission and never heard back, I was kind of convinced there even were some eligibility issues I was not aware of, but this time they preselected me and I couldn't believe.
They said they would get in touch between Oct 31st and Nov 4th so surely today I'll have news? I'm kind of anxious because this is the first time I have applied where they didn't ask for a cover letter or preferred DGs right away like they used to. They revamped the procedure and now only those pre-selected are asked to submit a motivation letter and on top of that another doc about the general motivation for the EC. This is the first time it works as described and since my work experience hasn't varied much because of grave health issues that wouldn't allow me to work, it makes me think that maybe there was something in my letters that killed my chances on previous occasions??
Could someone tell me what makes a good motivation letters and if there are any big no-no's around them, or even be kind enough to proofread my draft?
My profile is Degree in Journalism + Master's Degree in Translation -though not applying for that- and work experience as a staff writer in press officer. Interests include Competence, Climate and of course Communications, but will take anything to get in.
If there's any advice you're willing to share please comment or text me, I would greatly appreciate it!
04:08 UTC