Latest News from the European Commission Representation in Ireland

Vital soil biodiversity legislation to go before EU Council

Vital soil biodiversity legislation to go before EU Council

The EU Commission's proposed legislation on the protection of soil quality will be decided upon at the Environment Council next Monday (15th March). The Commission has been arguing for binding legislation in this area since 2006, but little progress has been made.

Over a quarter of all living species live in ground soil, yet Europe still has no binding legislation to protect this resource...

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Better, Faster, Stronger: Launch of new selection procedure for EU officials

Better, Faster, Stronger: Launch of new selection procedure for EU officials

The European Union is changing its recruitment procedures.

On March 16th, the European Personnel Selection Office (EPSO) will launch a modernised and streamlined selection procedure for EU officials, with its first competition for Administra...

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EU on track to meet 20% renewable energy target by 2020

EU on track to meet 20% renewable energy target by 2020

Figures released today show that the EU is on track to exceed its target of 20% renewable energy consumption by 2020. This achievement is vital if the EU is to reach its overall goal of reducing greenhouse emissions by 20% by 2020.

Today's p...

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11-03-2010

Beware car-clone scams, says EU Consumer Centre

10-03-2010

Climate change: European Commission sets out strategy to reinvigorate global action after Copenhagen

10-03-2010

European Commission acts to ensure fair trial rights in the EU

10-03-2010

Statement from European Commission President Barroso on Greece

05-03-2010

3% R&D target must stay, says Commissioner Geoghegan-Quinn

05-03-2010

Commission puts gender equality calling card on the table

04-03-2010

Social policies vital for exit from economic crisis – new report

04-03-2010

Commission signs off on €110 million for Irish electricity inter-connector

04-03-2010

European Commission aims to significantly reduce the gender pay gap

 

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