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Read a selection of the featured news from across the EU's institutions and bodies.

Woman looking at microscope in laboratory
  • News article

The European Commission has put forward a raft of new measures that will improve health and the healthcare sector in the EU. Measures include a new biotech act to increase Europe’s biotechnology potential, a Safe Hearts plan to tackle cardiovascular diseases and simplified rules for medical devices.

  • 1 min read
Person's arm holding out a sieve full of plastic pellets on a beach
  • Press release

New EU rules to prevent microplastic pollution from plastic pellets take effect today. Plastic pellet operators must now avoid, contain and clean up any spills or losses, as well as implement risk management plans tailored to the type and size of their installations.

  • 1 min read
  • Press release

The European Commission’s new European affordable housing plan will help millions of Europeans who are struggling to find a home they can afford. The plan focuses on increasing housing supply, triggering investment and reforms, and addressing short-term rentals in areas with housing shortages.

  • 1 min read

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