by EPHA | Nov 21, 2011 | Uncategorized
The European Commisison has adopted a new legal framework on the use of security scanners at European airports, banning the use of x-ray scanners because of the radiation risks on the health and safety of passengers. This EU legislation allows airports and Member... by EPHA | Nov 16, 2011 | Uncategorized
The European Commission has unveiled its 2012 Work Programme “Delivering European renewal”. The overarching priority is to foster a sustainable and job-rich economic recovery and to address the financial crisis. Clinical trials, medical devices, tobacco... by EPHA | Nov 10, 2011 | Uncategorized
In October, the Commission released a legislative proposal on cohesion funds. One of the programmes included was the European Social Fund, that will receive at least €84 billion. Local and regional organisations should be able to use these funds to promote... by EPHA | Oct 22, 2011 | Uncategorized
The EU operates through a hybrid system of supranational independent institutions and intergovernmentally made decisions negotiated by the countries part of the Union (the Member States). Important institutions of the EU include the European Commission, the European... by EPHA | Oct 22, 2011 | Uncategorized
EU jargon can be baffling for those not familiar with the processes and instruments. Here EPHA profiles the different instruments which form part of the policy making process. This article focuses on directives.A directive is a legislative act of the European Union...
