Tag Archives: EU
David Cameron appears to be engaging with the EU in a good way
Even small-state, cut public expenditure David Cameron seemingly wants to help young people find jobs. This is excellent news which I hope will be translated into concrete action in Britain to bring down youth unemployment which currently stands at a … Continue reading
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The EU should keep talking to Iran
William Hague, along with all the other EU foreign ministers, was wrong to impose economic sanctions on Iran yesterday. It is, of course, true that the Iranian government is disingenuous to talk about wanting a nuclear capability only for energy. With … Continue reading
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China is one of the three pillars of the global economy together with the USA and the EU
This was a very prescient piece in the Guardian by Economics Editor Larry Elliott giving his take on the G20 summit, specifically in relation to China. China is fast becoming a major power in the world, even a super power, … Continue reading
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The pitfalls of EU regulations and how UKIP does nothing.
Many constituents have written to me in recent months regarding proposed new EU regulations for motorbikes and motorcyclists. As a result I have taken an especial interest in this issue and have pressed the Commission to reconsider the proposals. I … Continue reading
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The European Court of Human Rights is Fit for Purpose.
Ken McDonald’s opinion piece in the Times today is quite simply wrong. Far from measures being needed to reduce the reduce the scope of its jurisdiction, the ECHR is one of Europe’s success stories. McDonald’s main argument as to why the court is “no … Continue reading
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Forced Marriage should be criminalised
Forced marriage is becoming increasingly prevalent across Europe and is not just confined to the UK. Neither is it a problem for just one specific community or religion as many believe. This was the message given to recent European Parliament hearing on the subject of … Continue reading
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England is the best country to host the World Cup
I have been following with interest the recent Panorama investigation in to leading figures within FIFA and the allegations of bribery. It seems uncertain now whether or not this story will impact our bid for the 2018 World Cup, … Continue reading
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The Cut the Student Protests forgot
Yesterday we saw violent protests against the Coalition’s enormous increase in tuition fees. Who, I ask you, will be able to afford £9000 a year in fees alone? Of course, the very rich – how silly of me. The 26 … Continue reading
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112 Europe’s 999
A London doctor recently wrote to me about an emergency situation in another European country she had to deal with. The doctor suggested it would be a good idea to have a common emergency number for all European countries to help professionals like herself to get … Continue reading
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If only you knew what really goes on in the European Parliament
One of the things I have found most frustrating in my 10 years as an MEP is the seeming impossibility of getting information on the EU and what we do as MEPs out to a wider audience. Indeed, one of … Continue reading
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