Local and regional leaders call for the creation of a new EU label to protect industrial and craft excellence
Provider: View Original Type: Link Title: Local and regional leaders call for the creation of a new EU label to protect industrial and craft excellence Description: Following the model applied for food geographical indications, the new system would help fight counterfeiting, protect jobs and products which are part of Europe's cultural heritage A new EU-wide system for protecting Industrial and Craft Geographical Indications (ICGIs), built on the successful model used for agricultural products and food, would be beneficial for both craftsmen and local economies. The new system would strengthen the legal protection of products of excellence, help combat counterfeiting and create and maintain jobs. The proposal is included in an opinion drafted by Martine Pinville, Member of the Regional Council of Nouvelle-Aquitaine, adopted by unanimity on Wednesday 13 October by the Plenary of the European Committee of the Regions (CoR).
COP26: Local leaders call on EU's chief negotiator Vice-President Timmermans to include regional and local dimension in final Glasgow conclusions to protect people and the planet
COP26: Local leaders call on EU's chief negotiator Vice-President Timmermans to include regional and local dimension in final Glasgow conclusions to protect people and the planet
Provider: View Original Type: Link Title: COP26: Local leaders call on EU Description: Subnational governments deliver 70 % of climate mitigation measures and 90 % of climate adaptation policies. Their contribution must finally be recognised to avert the climate emergency The European Committee of the Regions adopted a resolution on COP26 setting out its climate demands two weeks before UN's climate negotiations in Glasgow. As the world faces unprecedented heat waves, floods, hurricanes and sea level rises, EU local leaders called on the UN and national governments to formally acknowledge, monitor and encourage the reduction of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by cities, local governments and regions worldwide. Higher climate ambition, transparency and accountability in reducing GHG emissions and climate finance for the most vulnerable are the three key aspects on the table in Glasgow.
Local leaders call to strengthen resilience to protect people from natural disasters: "We must monitor, invest and act locally today, to save lives tomorrow"
Local leaders call to strengthen resilience to protect people from natural disasters: "We must monitor, invest and act locally today, to save lives tomorrow"
Provider: View Original Type: Link Title: Local leaders call to strengthen resilience to protect people from natural disasters: "We must monitor, invest and act locally today, to save lives tomorrow" Description: UN, EU and local leaders must come together to monitor, assess and support regions, cities and villages build resilient communities. On the International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction, the European Committee of the Regions (CoR) held a debate with Mami Mizutori, Special Representative of the UN Secretary-General for Disaster Risk Reduction, and Janez Lenarčič, European Commissioner for Crisis Management, on how to increase resilience to disasters. Sharing personal experiences of the impact and response to recent disasters, leaders at all levels emphasised the importance of taking a coordinated approach to reduce risks. Local and regional leaders called on the UN and EU to work together with the CoR to monitor, assess and strengthen preparedness in regions and cities. Building local, regional and national resilience through robust risk management structures, supported by technical and financial measures, are key steps to reducing the impact of disasters.
Europeans deserve the best consumer protection in the world - local authorities' demands
Provider: View Original Type: Link Title: Europeans deserve the best consumer protection in the world - local authorities Description: At its October plenary session, the members of the European Committee of the Regions (CoR) adopted an opinion on the New Consumer Agenda highlighting the importance of protecting consumer rights. Consumer protection must take into account the effects of the COVID-19 crisis, environmental changes, digital transformation, globalization and the emerging specific needs of vulnerable consumers. At the same time, the local and regional leaders emphasise the need to support SMEs in their digital and green transition without increasing administrative burdens. European funding is essential to ensure this transformation.
Spanish Police arrests 5 jihadists on suspicion of preparing a terrorist attack
Provider: View Original Type: Link Title: Spanish Police arrests 5 jihadists on suspicion of preparing a terrorist attack Description: With the active support of Europol’s European Counter Terrorism Centre, the Spanish National Police (Policía Nacional) has arrested in Barcelona and Madrid five suspected members of an Islamic State cell. The suspects – all Algerian nationals, are believed to have been preparing a terrorist attack. The police swooped on the members of this terrorist cell after it became known that they were trying to acquire a Kalashnikov rifle. Several rounds of ammunition were seized at their homes, alongside several large machetes.
Introductory statement of Petra Hielkema at hearing of the ECON Committee
Provider: View Original Type: Link Title: Introductory statement of Petra Hielkema at hearing the ECON Committee - Eiopa European Commission Description: Introductory statement of Petra Hielkema at hearing the ECON Committee