Photo by Gabriel Porras on Unsplash The modernisation of animal welfare legislation is an opportunity we should not miss, says an EU Commissioner. Olivér Várhelyi, who is responsible for Health and Animal Welfare, was speaking during an event bringing together farmers, businesses, policymakers and NGOs at the Residence Palace in Brussels on 5 February. “It…
Photo by Kelly Sikkema on Unsplash MEPs say that in times of unprecedented polycrisis and existential threats to democracy, Europe must tackle public frustration over economic and social inequality through bold tax reforms. That is the message from an event on Tuesday, organised by the Socialists and Democrats in the European Parliament. MEPs say action…
Photo by Rocco Dipoppa on Unsplash Both the EU and UK want closer ties, says a survey from the European Council on Foreign Relations (ECFR). The survey looked at both EU-UK and EU/UK-US relations. It comes at a time of heightened global uncertainty, highlighted by the looming trade war sparked by new trade tariffs by…
Photo by Besart Ademi on Unsplash The post-war American statesman, Dean Acheson, famously said in 1962 “Britain has lost an empire and not yet found a role.” Britain did later find a role as it was one of the leading nations in shaping EU foreign policy until Rupert Murdoch, Boris Johnson, and Nigel Johnson reduced…
Photo by Angsagan Kenzhebek on Unsplash The pursuit of human rights and democracy is a continuous journey – one that requires commitment, courage and tangible action in today’s unpredictable world. Despite all the challenges, for the past several years, Kazakhstan has demonstrated its strong commitment to human rights, democracy and the rule of law, writes…
Valentine’s Day is the perfect occasion to treat your loved one to something a bit special. So, why not fire up the feel-good factor and savour some super special treats being cooked up by some of the best restaurants and chefs across Brussels and beyond? For those who want to celebrate love in Brussels without…
Photo by James Claffey on Unsplash British entrepreneur Lord Alan Sugar has branded Brexit a disaster. He was speaking just ahead of the 5th anniversary of the UK’s EU exit. He said that if he had the choice the UK should go on bended knee to the EU asking to be readmitted. Lord Sugar, a…
Photo by Kowshik Roy sagor on Unsplash The United States is Europe’s closest and most important ally and partner. During a time of heightened geopolitical tensions, the transatlantic relationship remains indispensable, writes David McAllister. President Trump’s first term in office was characterised by unpredictability and a discrepancy between what he said and what his administration…
A photo exhibition of the National Union of Journalists of Ukraine (NUJU), called “Ukraine: Journalists in War Zones”, has opened. The exhibition presents 28 works by Ukrainian photojournalists. It has already been successfully presented in Brussels and Paris and is the result of cooperation by the NUJU with the German Journalists Association (DJV, Hesse) and the local office of the Society…
Queen Elizabeth II was Britain’s longest-serving monarch and much loved throughout her Kingdom. Now, a newly-launched book aims to chronicle the late Monarch’s links to one particular part of her realm: the town of Walsall in the West Midlands. Her experience of the Black Country seems to have contrasted somewhat with the initial impressions the…
