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Sakharov Prize Edward Snowden nominated by Greens/EFA group for EU freedom of thought prize

THE GREENS/EUROPEAN FREE ALLIANCE

The Greens/EFA group last night agreed to nominate whistleblower Edward Snowden for this year's Sakharov Prize (1). The nomination for the EU's annual award for 'freedom of thought' recognises his role in shedding light on the mass surveillance practises of the US and European secret services. Commenting on the nomination, Greens/EFA co-presidents Rebecca Harms and Dany Cohn-Bendit stated:

Left MEPs nominate Edward Snowden for Sakharov prize

GUE/NGL Group in the EP

The European United Left / Nordic Green Left group in the European Parliament will nominate Edward Snowden for the 2013 Sakharov Prize.

Whistleblowers cannot be treated like criminals, they must have our protection. Edward Snowden risked his life to confirm what we had long suspected regarding mass online surveillance, a major scandal of our times. He revealed details of violations of EU data protection law and fundamental rights.

Telecoms package: EPP Group regrets timing of the new proposal. Pilar del Castillo MEP

EPP Group in the European Parliament

“The completion of the telecoms single market has always been a priority of the EPP Group because a fully connected Europe will highly impact the competitiveness of the European Economy and could increase GDP by up to 110 billion euros, or 0.8%, per year”, said Pilar del Castillo, EPP Group coordinator of the Industry, Research and Energy committee, as she welcomed the European Commission proposal for a European Single Market for Electronic Communications to achieve a connected Continent.

EU banking union - Deal on democratic scrutiny could clear way for EU banking supervision system

THE GREENS/EUROPEAN FREE ALLIANCE

Today a deal was struck between the presidents of the European Parliament and the European Central Bank on Parliament's scrutiny role under the new European banking supervision mechanism. It is very likely that the political groups in the European Parliament will support this deal (1). Green finance spokesperson Philippe Lamberts, welcomed the outcome of the negotiations, stating:

Public Affairs Council Opens European Office in Brussels

PUBLIC AFFAIRS COUNCIL

BRUSSELS — The Public Affairs Council, the leading nonpartisan, nonpolitical association for public affairs professionals worldwide, has opened a European office in Brussels.

Market abuse rules (LIBOR) EP votes for tougher fines, more transparency and greater protection for whistleblowers

THE GREENS/EUROPEAN FREE ALLIANCE

The European Parliament today voted on proposals to revise EU legislation on market abuse and insider trading, which were proposed in response to the LIBOR scandal. The Greens welcomed the outcome, notably provisions for tougher fines, more transparency and greater protection for whistleblowers, with Green finance spokesperson Sven Giegold stating:

ETS allowances – CSRF: Europe needs an industrial vision, not another burden

Brussels, 10th of September 2013:, Eurometaux, European association of metals, is
highly concerned about the consequences and timing of the European
Commission’s decision on the allocation of ETS allowances, more precisely on the
cross-sectoral reduction factor (CSRF), published on Friday, 6 September.

Internal energy market the way to lower energy prices. Jerzy Buzek MEP

EPP Group in the European Parliament

“Cheaper energy strengthens the competitiveness of the EU economy and boosts economic growth and job creation; it also means more money in our pockets. What gives us the chance for cheaper energy is an integrated and solidary energy market. Its speedy implementation will ensure our security and sustainable use of our natural resources. It is now a moral obligation of the governments of all Member States", said Jerzy Buzek after the plenary vote of his Report on the completion of the EU internal energy market.

Online security: it’s in your interest! 1st European Cyber Security Month coming up in October

ENISA

In October 2013, the first fully-fledged European Cyber Security Month (ECSM) will take place all over Europe. The campaign is under intensive planning with more than 40 partners and, currently, stakeholders in 25 countries across Europe participating. The EU’s ‘cyber security’ agency ENISA is, together with the European Commission Vice President and Commissioner, Neelie Kroes and the Commission Directorate General DG CONNECT, supporting this first full scale European Cyber Security Month, with more than 50 activities.

 

EU right to lawyer - New rules a watershed for basic legal rights, comprehensive approach must follow

THE GREENS/EUROPEAN FREE ALLIANCE

The European Parliament today adopted new EU legislation establishing the right of access to a lawyer in criminal proceedings, based on a final legislative agreement. After the vote, Green justice and home affairs spokesperson Jan Philipp Albrecht stated:

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