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With S&D support, EP pushes to end Russian oil imports by 2026 and gas by 2027, accelerating energy independence

S&D - Socialists and Democrats

Today, the Socialists & Democrats in the European Parliament voted in favour of a mandate to bring forward the complete ban on Russian oil imports to 1 January 2026 and Russian gas imports to 1 January 2027.  

S&D Latin America Days: strengthening the EU-Latin America progressive agenda

S&D - Socialists and Democrats

The third edition of the S&D Latin America Days, organised in cooperation with the Party of European Socialists (PES) and the Foundation for European Progressive Studies (FEPS), takes place in Brussels on 15-16 October.

Urgent action needed on AI’s ethical challenges

ACCA

Artificial intelligence is no longer a future concern but a present reality, bringing with it ethical challenges that demand urgent action. Marking Global Ethics Day, ACCA (the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants) and CISI (the Chartered Institute for Securities & Investment) warn that without improved skills, stronger governance and aligned policies, the profession risks losing the trust on which it is built.

The report, AI Monitor: Shining a light on AI’s ethical threats for finance professionals, identifies four key findings:

Metal Packaging Europe and European Aluminium Call for Urgent EU Action to Safeguard Aluminium Circularity

Metal Packaging Europe

A successful breakfast debate at the European Parliament sparked discussion on aluminium circularity, exploring policy options to retain high-quality aluminium scrap in Europe, support closed-loop recycling systems, strengthen environmental standards for scrap exports and secure a level playing field for European Industry. Metal Packaging Europe (MPE) and European Aluminium (EA) are urging policymakers to take immediate action to safeguard aluminium circularity.

S&Ds instrumental in advancing a better Sustainability Omnibus Proposal

S&D - Socialists and Democrats

This afternoon, the legal affairs committee (JURI), adopted the so-called Sustainability Omnibus package I, which includes the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) and Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD) legislation by rapporteur Jörgen Warborn (EPP, SE).

S&Ds strengthen EU Budget 2026 for people and progress

S&D - Socialists and Democrats

Today, the European Parliament’s committee on budgets voted on its position for the EU budget 2026 – and thanks to the Socialists and Democrats, the result is a stronger, fairer, and more people-centred budget for Europe.

Vote on the EU Omnibus Package on Sustainability: "European Parliament must deliver – without further delays!"

VDMA - Mechanical Engineering Industry
Frankfurt/Brussels, 13 October 2025 – On the vote in the Legal Affairs Committee of the European Parliament regarding the Omnibus Package on Sustainability, VDMA Executive Director Thilo Brodtmann states:
 

    S&Ds urge stronger EU action to protect Europe’s economic security amid China’s rare-earth export controls

    S&D - Socialists and Democrats

    The Socialists and Democrats in the European Parliament express serious concern over China’s announcement introducing sweeping export controls on rare-earth minerals and related technologies.

    ACCA and the European Accounting Association collaborate to strengthen profession

    ACCA

    ACCA (the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants) and the European Accounting Association (EAA) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding. The partnership aims to strengthen collaboration between academic leaders across Europe and professional body counterparts with a focus on advancing research, providing opportunities for upskilling and inspiring the next generation of students to pursue careers in accountancy.

    Workers in multinationals gain a stronger voice despite big business pressure

    S&D - Socialists and Democrats

    Today, despite intense pressure from big business, the European Parliament confirmed the revision of EU legislation on European Works Councils (EWCs), giving workers in multinationals a stronger voice. The Socialists and Democrats, who played a leading role in securing a good agreement, applaud this outcome as a clear win for both workers and companies.

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