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Organic: agreement on European rulesThe 20 October compromise distinguishes between the sale of imported organic products and the use of the European logo. Formal adoption is still pending.
Democracy: resources to counter interferenceThe European Parliament wants to strengthen the response to interference and protect elections. In its resolution of 15 September, it calls for a mandate and dedicated resources for the future resilience centre.
One ticket for several trains: European project moves forwardBooking a journey with several operators in a single transaction: that is the aim of a European project presented in May. The file appears in the documents for a Council meeting on 1 October.
After the vote, who oversees European laws?Does a law achieve its aim once it has been passed? A September 2026 research briefing explains how the European Parliament can hold the executive to account.
AgoraEU: what a ‘partial’ agreement entailsCulture, media, democratic participation: the mandate adopted by the Council on 12 May 2026 sets out a shared programme. It does not, by itself, settle its funding.
A panel to make your priorities heardOn 16 October in Kirchberg, residents are invited to discuss democracy and protecting everyday life. Before taking part, here is what the announcement and registration form say.
Voting where you live: removing barriersThe European reform adopted in May is aimed at the procedures that hinder municipal voting by citizens living in another Member State. The right already exists; the challenge is to exercise it.
Food safety: what Europe wants to simplifyThe Council set out its position on 30 September. Pesticide residues, authorisations and checks are part of a dossier that is still under negotiation.
European fisheries: modernising boats, conserving resourcesThe Council is preparing European support for 2028–2034. Its partial position concerns the rules; the overall budget remains to be negotiated.
Environmental assessments: speeding things up without bypassing debateThe Council of the EU agreed its position on 30 September. Timelines, points of contact and public participation are at the heart of a text still to be negotiated.
Medicines: what the European step of 28 September changesThe Council has adopted the pharmaceutical package. Access to treatments, shortages and innovation are linked, but entry into force remains a separate step.