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Brute state power is not the answer

29 October 2017

The N-VA looks on with concern at the developments in Catalonia. The revoking of Catalan autonomy and the threat of prosecution for its political leaders creates an untenable situation. Over the last few weeks, the fundamental political rights of the Catalans have been violated. Police violence on …

Europe must not give EUR 590 million of “accession aid” to Turkey

25 October 2017

The European budget for 2018 includes almost EUR 590 million of “accession aid” for Turkey. The N-VA does not want European tax money going to Erdoğan and will therefore vote against it. “Turkey will never become a Member State of the European Union and therefore should also not be permitted to …

Glyphosate must not endanger public health

24 October 2017

The European Commission wants to continue allowing the use of glyphosate, a phosphorus compound that is used as a herbicide, in the coming ten years. The European Parliament has registered its objection to this, with the support of the N-VA. “Protection of public health and the environment is the …

Temporary employment abroad limited to 12 months

24 October 2017

Soon, European workers who go to work abroad temporarily will only be allowed to work in the host country for a maximum of 12 months. If necessary, this period can be extended to 18 months. “By making the abuse of ‘temporary’ secondment impossible, Europe is taking a new step in the fight against …

Escalation looms should Rajoy abolish Catalan autonomy

19 October 2017

Spanish Prime Minister Mariano Rajoy wants to abolish Catalan autonomy and take over the administration of the region on Saturday. This would further escalate the conflict between Spain and Catalonia, which is seeking independence. “The European Union just has until Saturday to start up the …

Stricter European border controls for travellers without a visa requirement