At a glance: Parliament’s committees will resume their work on 1 September; one week later, a plenary session will take place in Strasbourg; and the European Parliament will celebrate Multilingualism Day, also in September. 

News in Brief – 01/08/2025 - English

At a glance: the European Parliament will celebrate Multilingualism Day in Brussels and online in September; European health institutions observe World Hepatitis Day; and good news for those who want to take a dip in EU bathing sites.

News in Brief – 31/07/2025 - English

At a glance: European Parliament President Metsola welcomes the trade deal between the EU and the US; members of the Committee on the Internal Market and Consumer Protection will travel to Denmark and Sweden in September; and getting your pets ready for their summer holidays in the EU.

News in Brief – 30/07/2025 - English

At a glance: announcement of hearing entitled ‘Tax implications of the Trump administration’s policies’; members of the Subcommittee on Tax Matters will travel to Cyprus in September; still no roaming charges for travel in the EU.   

News in Brief – 29/07/2025 - English

At a glance:  EU firefighters and water-bombing planes deployed in Cyprus to fight against the worst fires in more than half a century; members of the Subcommittee on Tax Matters will also travel to the Mediterranean island in mid-September; while a delegation from the Committee on the Internal Market and Consumer Protection will visit Denmark and Sweden.  

News in Brief – 28/07/2025 - English

At a glance: this week, MEPs from the Committees were on mission. A delegation from the Special Committee on the Housing Crisis was in Vienna, Austria, to discuss public housing policies; a delegation from the Committee on Transport and Tourism was in Ireland, with a focus on sustainable transport; and Members from the Committees on Budgets and on Economic and Monetary Affairs were in Italy. 

News in Brief – 25/07/2025 - English

At a glance: a delegation from the Committee on Foreign Affairs is representing Parliament in the US on a visit to Washington D.C. and Virginia; Denmark’s ministers outline the Council presidency’s priorities to MEPs; and applications for the ‘European Capitals of Small Retail’ prizes are open.

News in Brief – 24/07/2025 - English

At a glance: this week, MEPs from the Committees are on mission. Members from the Committees on Budgets and on Economic and Monetary Affairs are in Italy; a delegation from the Committee on Transport and Tourism is in Ireland, with a focus on sustainable transport; and a group of MEPs from the Committee on Budgets is returning from the US. 

News in Brief – 23/07/2025 - English

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Aerial view of the European Parliament in Brussels

Event Illuminations : One month to go - EP buildings

2024 European elections campaign banner on the Agora Simone Veil of the European Parliament in Brussels

View of the Simone Veil building of the EP in Strasbourg

EP Plenary session - Parliament’s right of initiative

View of the Louise Weiss Agora in Strasbourg

EP buildings in Brussels - General views - TREVES 1 Building

The open day in Brussels takes place on Saturday 10 May. Visitors can see the plenary chamber, participate in talks about the work of the Parliament, check out information stands and take part in a variety of other activities. On 9 May, Europeans celebrate Europe Day as 2025 marks the 75th anniversary of the Schuman Declaration. The Schuman Declaration laid the foundations for the European Union and paved the way for an unprecedented era of prosperity, peace, democracy, solidarity and cooperation in Europe.

Europe Day 2025 at the European Parliament in Brussels: extracts from the open day

This news video shows extracts of the European Parliament open day from the 2025 edition in Strasbourg of Europe Day. Citizens are invited to a series of events to celebrate European democracy. Events also take place in Luxembourg and Brussels on 9 and 10 May 2025.

Europe Day 2025 at the European Parliament in Strasbourg: extracts from the open day

This stockshot shows the new Members of European Parliament working during the 10th Parliamentary Term, in Strasbourg and in Brussels during plenary sessions, voting times, confirmation of Hearings of new Commissioners, workflow of Committees, Conference of Presidents, new vice-Presidents and new political leaders of EP groups of the 10th Parliamentary Term.

European Parliament Stockshots 10th Parliamentary Term: Members of the European Parliament (MEPs)

MEPs debate focuses on the reintroduction of internal border controls in the Schengen area, and on its impact on the EU free movement. The recent decision taken by Germany and other Schengen members to reinstate checks has sparked concerns about the future of the Schengen zone and its ability to maintain open borders.

The reintroduction of internal border controls in a number of Member States and its impact on the Schengen Area : MEPs debate

The video presents the new Policy of the European Parliament on Physical Accessibility and showcases the accessibility aspects available at its premises: such as accessible entrances and service desks, tactile marks, floor guidance, colour contrasted signs to guide visitors, elevators and ramps to make conference rooms, stages and galleries accessible, height-adjustable lecterns for the plenary room, support for hearing devices in rooms with audio systems. Additionally, front line staff receives specialized awareness raising training to welcome people with disabilities in the best possible manner. Restrictions: @The video may only be used in its entirety.

LT subt - Physical Accessibility at European Parliament premises: A constant commitment for an Inclusive environment (Version with Lithuanian subtitles)

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