Latest news from EU institutions and bodies

Statement by the High Representative on behalf of the European Union on the alignment of certain third countries with Council Decision (CFSP) 2024/1074 of 12 April 2024 amending Decision (CFSP) 2020/1999 concerning restrictive measures against serious human rights violations and abuses.

On Wednesday, MEPs reinforced EU member states cooperation in the cross-border investigation of traffic offences to help prevent reckless driving while abroad.Committee on Transport and Tourism Source : © European Union, 2024 - EP

The new rules aim to prevent gender-based violence and protect its victims, especially women and victims of domestic violence.Committee on Women’s Rights and Gender EqualityCommittee on Civil Liberties, Justice and Home Affairs Source : © European Union, 2024 - EP

Statement by the High Representative on behalf of the European Union on the alignment of certain third countries with Council Decision (CFSP) 2024/1019 of 4 April 2024 amending Decision 2011/235/CFSP concerning restrictive measures directed against certain persons and entities in view of the situation in Iran.

On Wednesday, MEPs approved new rules aiming to improve the working conditions of platform workers.Committee on Employment and Social Affairs Source : © European Union, 2024 - EP

On Wednesday, Parliament gave a final green light to new rules obliging firms to mitigate their negative impact on human rights and the environment.Committee on Legal Affairs Source : © European Union, 2024 - EP

MEPs approved the creation of a European Health Data Space, improving citizens’ access to their personal health data and boosting secure sharing in the public interest.Committee on the Environment, Public Health and Food SafetyCommittee on Civil Liberties, Justice and Home Affairs Source : © European Union, 2024 - EP