The European Metalworkers' Federation (EMF) and the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA)
oppose the conditions for Non-Agricultural Market Access (NAMA) proposed within the framework of the current WTO ‘Doha’ Round. These conditions, specified by the NAMA secretariat this week, risk undermining the
competitiveness of the EU industries, putting pressure on production costs and employment.

The agreement reached in the UK on temporary agency workers is very welcome to CEEP (European Centre of Public Employers and Enterprises providing Public Services) as it may at last unblock the logjam at European level over both the Working Time Directive and the Temporary Agency Workers Directive

A voluntary food labelling system developed by the EU food and drink industry is being taken up by companies of all sizes across the EU, it emerged on the third anniversary of the EU Platform for Action on Diet, Physical Activity and Health

Wind power has experienced dramatic growth over the past years. It currently meets 3.7% of the EU electricity demand and has ranked second in terms of net power capacity additions over the last eight years (3). This strong development can be maintained, and further reinforced in the coming years, as long as the clear commitment from the European Union and its Member States continues. Swift adoption of the new EU Renewables Energy Directive by the European Parliament and the Council is the key to a strong future development.

International Council of Beverages association issues guidelines on marketing to children