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The EU's health and food safety agencies say the risk to exposure to contaminated infant formula is now low, thanks to the recall in several EU countries. Most of the affected children experience mild symptoms. The recall was triggered in December after a toxin called cereulide was detected.
Two years ago, the Digital Services Act entered into force. It regulates online services such as social media, marketplaces, app stores, and online travel and accommodation services. Its objective is to ensure a safer digital space in which fundamental rights are protected.
This year we celebrate 15 years of the European Citizens’ Initiative - a unique way for you to act on causes you care about. Launch an initiative that falls within the EU’s competences and shape the EU by calling on the European Commission to propose new laws on your chosen issue. Find out more.
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