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EU Legislation, Initiatives, etc. (Archive)

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Turkey: credible commitment & strong democratic foundations needed, MEPs say
MEPs damp down claims of economic recovery ahead of March EU summit – (Troika helped to avoid the worst, but flawed structure harmed recovery)
US NSA: stop mass surveillance now or face consequences, MEPs say – (MEPs tighten up rules to protect personal data in the digital era)
New law to reinforce independence of satellite security system accreditation at the GSA
Ombudsman: Governing Council of the ECB has wasted an opportunity for openness & transparency
New regulation promoting inland waterway transport
MAC Directive: no evidence to support the safety concerns
Commission adopts 9 Regulatory Technical Standards to implement the single rule book in banking – (Bank resolution mechanism: MEPs welcome progress, signal crucial work remains)
Marine Pollution taken seriously: New regulation to strengthen EMSA response mechanism
Improving trade in processed agricultural goods
European Commission proposes temporary tariff cuts for Ukrainian exports to the EU – (EP calls on Russia to withdraw military forces from Ukraine)
Insolvency: Commission recommends new approach to rescue businesses and give honest entrepreneurs a second chance
EU Citizenship: European Parliament supports Commission's efforts to foster EU citizens' rights
Stress-free holidays for 120m consumers – EP backs new rules on package travel
Great news for cyber security in the EU: The EP successfully votes through the Network & Information Security (NIS) directive
EP opens option for a common charger for mobile phones – (MEPs push for common phone charger)
Mackerel and north sea fishing quotas agreement reached – (ScotGov: International fishing agreement)
As many Commissioners as possible should be chosen among MEPs, says Parliament
MEPs approve funds for asylum, migration & border surveillance until 2020

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