Dame Inga Beale: prosperity in a changing world
Speaking at the annual ESPO conference, Dame Inga Beale discussed how in a rapidly changing world, standing together and taking responsibility can drive positive...
Gender Equality Index highlights slow progress on women’s empowerment
The European Institute for Gender Equality (EIGE) has published its 2019 Gender Equality Index, gauging the progress of Member States towards full equality between...
Bisphenol A: is there a safer alternative?
Guest contributor Ali Dockerty explores the risks posed by the near-ubiquitous chemical bisphenol A and potential regulatory solutions. Bank receipts, credit card slips, logistics labels...
EU trade agreements contribute to growth, report shows
The European Commission has released its annual report on the worldwide implementation of EU trade agreements. International trade is responsible for around 35% of the...
UN Agenda 2030: Queen of Belgium’s sustainable development speech
Queen Mathilde of Belgium spoke on United Nations’ (UN) Agenda 2030 for Sustainable Development at this year’s European Development Days. In June 2019, a number...
EU citizens in Scotland to receive additional settlement support
The Scottish government will deploy more than £20,000 (€22,842.12) to support EU citizens in Scotland negotiating settled status after Brexit. The funding will enable the...
Hull smart city operating system to revolutionise municipal services
Hull is set to become the UK’s first city to implement its own smart city operating system, connecting and centralising municipal services and information. The...
#Girl2Leader campaign to inspire girls into politics
To mark the United Nations’ International Day of the Girl Child today, 11 October, the #Girl2Leader programme is connecting girls with female mentors in...
EU budget 2021-2027: heads of state urged to contribute to negotiations
The European Commission has called on Member States’ heads of state to provide input and guidance on the 2021-2027 EU budget. Member States’ leaders agreed...
Government Hubs scheme to regenerate UK city centres
Two key UK city centres are set to benefit from funding under the Government Hubs programme, which is aimed at promoting regional growth around...
