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European Parliament approves anti-terror report of Helga Stevens

12 December 2018

The continuing threat of terror in Europe requires a clear European direction in the fight against terrorism. Together with a colleague, MEP Helga Stevens has therefore drafted a report with recommendations. The report, which discusses all aspects of the fight against terror, was approved by the …

Unemployment benefits as from day one: Europe wants welfare tourism

11 December 2018

“What the European Parliament has today approved is a raft of incentives for social security tourism.” MEP Helga Stevens is dismayed by the set of new European social security rules. As a result of those rules, any EU citizen can get unemployment benefits in Belgium after having worked for just one …

Europe invests in nature and biodiversity

11 December 2018

“This is about the health, well-being and welfare of our children and grandchildren.” MEP Mark Demesmaeker reacts with enthusiasm to the new LIFE programme for 2021-2027 that the European Parliament approved today. “Investing in nature and biodiversity must be integral to a smart and sustainable …

On the withdrawal of the N-VA from the federal government

9 December 2018

The N-VA is no longer part of the Belgian federal government. On Sunday, the N-VA ministers and secretaries of state resigned after it became clear that Prime Minister Charles Michel would follow through on his intention to show his support for the UN Compact for Migration in Marrakech. On Saturday …

Why the N-VA opposes the Marrakech Compact for Migration

8 December 2018

The N-VA’s opposition to the UN Compact for Migration is a matter of principle. Who decides on our democracy? Who has the final say on our migration policy? The N-VA is of the opinion that with the migration pact we are relinquishing an important part of our sovereignty. That is why we do not want …

Flanders opens its doors to foreign talent

7 December 2018

“Controlled labour migration is necessary to maintain our prosperity.” Flemish Employment Minister Philippe Muyters wants to increase Flanders’ attractiveness to draw in more foreign talent. He is reviewing the procedures and drawing up a dynamic list of occupations facing labour shortages …

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