Rule of Law and performance mechanisms for the EU have been discussed in the past and have now once again surfaced during the MFF discussions. How can they be applied effectively within the EU itself? It is not only Hungary and Poland that should be scrutinised.

COVID-19 has had a big impact on women. From health and security to social protection, the impacts of the pandemic are exacerbated for women simply by virtue of their sex.

Yet, the COVID-19 crisis presents an opportunity to change the status quo. Gender specific policies are a necessity for an inclusive post-pandemic recovery.

An increasing number of European households and small businesses is embracing fuel cell micro-cogeneration for heat and electricity generation. With this new technology they can reduce their energy bills and CO2 emissions. In this workshop, experts from industry and technology institutes will explain how fuel cell micro-cogeneration works and assess its potential in the Czech Republic.

The launch of the European Public Prosecutor’s Office (EPPO) on 1 June was welcomed with open arms by most Europeans. While not everyone is happy with this new independent body, it will offer the EU more tools to fight against fraud, corruption and serious cross-border VAT fraud.