Ursula von der Leyen Hopes for a European “Digital Decade”
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said that Europe possesses incredible potential to be a global leader in the next wave of digital transformation.
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MEP’s Call for Worker’s Right to “Disconnect”
Members of the European Parliament's Employment Committee have called for a new law in which workers must be allowed to switch off digital devices without facing consequences, the Employment Committee agreed.
European Parliament Warns Media Freedom in Europe has Declined
The European Parliament has said that it is deeply concerned about the state of media freedom within the EU and denounces the violence, harassment and pressure faced by journalists.
MEP’s Call for Digital Education Gap to be Closed Across Europe
MEPs called for the digital gap in Europe to be closed, as the pandemic exacerbated inequalities in the EU, making it difficult for many to access school education.
EU Aims to Further Regulate Digital & Online Platforms
The European Parliament has called for future-proof rules on digital services, including online platforms and marketplaces, and for a binding mechanism to tackle illegal content online.
EU MEP’s Set Out Priorities for a Digital Services Act
Members of the European Parliament have set out how digital services, including online platforms and marketplaces, should be regulated during the Internal Market Committee on Monday.
Coronavirus: European Parliament to Discuss Disinformation Concerns
MEPs and High Representative Josep Borrell will discuss the latest report by the European External Action Service about disinformation on COVID-19, today.
MEP’s Say EU Funds “Must Reach Media and Creative Sector”
European Parliament Culture committee members have said that additional EU action is needed to make sure EU help reaches the ravaged media and culture sectors.
EU Directive on television and radio programmes – Q&A
With the EU approving a directive on television and radio programmes across borders of its member states, what exactly does the new legislation mean?