The Greens/EFA in the European Parliament

PLENARY FLASH Greens/EFA Priorities 15 to 18 June

GREENS/EFA priorities for the plenary session are the Returns Regulation, the EU-US Tariff Deal, new GMOs, the Tobacco Taxation Directive, the “Veggie burger“ ban and much more.

Returns Regulation sets Europe on shameful path

Fundamental rights stand at the top of the hierarchy of norms; they cannot be casually trampled upon. We will keep on fighting to try to reject this text both in Parliament and in the Council.

The EU puts railways on track for better future

Today, MEPs have voted on European wide rules to optimise the use of the European rail network, improve cross-border coordination and enhance the punctuality and reliability of rail traffic. These rules will in particular allow for better cross-border coordination between Member States to improve cross border travel and could lead to a 4% increase in overall European rail capacity. The regulation aims to boost both freight and passenger transport by rail.

European Tech Sovereignty

The upcoming Tech Sovereignty Package, set for publication end of May 2026, is a litmus moment for our European strategic autonomy. As Greens/EFA, we expect the ambition and courage to build a sovereign European Digital Ecosystem spanning every essential layer of technology - from hardware and infrastructure to data, cloud technology, AI, quantum infrastructure, space infrastructure, chips, messaging and e-mail to social media.

Trumpflation and a new energy crisis in Europe – Why we need to invest in renewables more than ever before

Together, we can end Europe’s dependence on dirty, expensive fossil fuels – and build a cleaner, fairer energy system for everyone.

Toxic Beauty: How the EU’s new cosmetics rules could put our health at risk

The EU’s proposed relaxation of cosmetics safety rules could expose you and your family to dangerous chemicals - here is how we can stop them.

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AFFORDABLE, SUSTAINABLE AND DECENT HOUSING FOR ALL

Our vision is clear: we fight for a Europe where no one is left homeless, where rents are fair, where young and old alike can live in safe, healthy homes heated and powered by renewable energy. Homes must be for people, not profit

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