In the December plenary session, the Christian Democrats decided four important votes drawing on the support of far-right parties. The S&D Group is set to discuss ending the informal cooperation within the Von der Leyen platform.
By Markus Grabitz
The European Parliament had cut benefits from the supplementary voluntary pension scheme for MEPs because the funds were running out. Over 400 former MEPs took legal action against this. The lawsuit was dismissed.
By Markus Grabitz
At its meeting today, the College of Commissioners also wants to reduce bureaucracy in automotive regulations. The Commission estimates that these measures would save bureaucratic costs of EUR 709 million a year. Here is an overview of the proposals.
By Markus Grabitz
The 2035 ban on combustion engines is beginning to falter. The Commission is expected to propose on Tuesday that CO₂ emissions from new cars only have to be reduced by 90% in 2035.
By Markus Grabitz
A decision came in the second round of voting: Niclas Herbst won with 15 votes versus 13 votes for Christine Schneider.
By Markus Grabitz
This Tuesday evening, the CDU/CSU group in the European Parliament will decide on its new chair. The 29 MEPs will elect a successor to Daniel Caspary.
By Markus Grabitz
Commission Vice-President Raffaele Fitto clarifies that under the next Multiannual Financial Framework (MFF), the federal states will essentially be able to manage funds from the National and Regional Partnership Plan (NRPP).
By Markus Grabitz
For large companies, the application of the EU law on deforestation-free supply chains has been postponed for another twelve months. Small companies will be granted a delay of 18 months. The Council and Parliament have agreed on this.
By Markus Grabitz
The VDA has formulated its position on the regulation of commercial vehicles. The review of CO₂ fleet legislation should therefore come “as soon as possible,” i.e. before 2027.
By Markus Grabitz
In a letter to the German government, seven business associations have demanded implementation of the coalition agreement. They call for the trilogue on the sustainability omnibus to support a reduction in red tape for the private sector.
By Markus Grabitz
