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2021

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The EU's role in combating the COVID-19 pandemic: how to vaccinate the world (topical debate)

Let me just say that, unfortunately, we do not have this blue card procedure. I did notice that there was a need to have debates and comment on a colleague's speech, but unfortunately that is not the case. But for those of you who have the floor, of course you can do it.…

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Nov

2021

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The EU's role in combating the COVID-19 pandemic: how to vaccinate the world (topical debate)

The next item is the topical debate under Rule 162 of the Rules of Procedure on the role of the EU in the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic: How to Vaccinate the World (2021/2926(RSP)). Let me remind you that during this part-session there will be no catch-the-eye debates and no blue card questions will be accepted. I would also like to point out that, as in recent part-sessions, it is possible …

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Nov

2021

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Resumption of the sitting

Thank you very much, colleague Weber. We will do it now. (The House rose and observed a minute’s silence)

24

Nov

2021

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Resumption of the sitting

The President. – We have a point of order. Mr Weber, please.

10

Nov

2021

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Disclosure of income tax information by certain undertakings and branches (debate)

The debate is over. The vote will take place on Thursday 11 November 2021. Written statements (Rule 171)

10

Nov

2021

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Disclosure of income tax information by certain undertakings and branches (debate)

Mr President, this directive is a good firm, first step away from unhealthy tax competition and tax avoidance towards tax transparency and tax justice. And let’s remember, this was stuck in the Council for five long years. Of course, this legislation is not perfect. Parliament wanted a global disaggregation of tax information, but the best the Council could agree on was that EU countries and black…

10

Nov

2021

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Disclosure of income tax information by certain undertakings and branches (debate)

The next item is the recommendation for second reading by Regner and García Del Blanco — Disclosure of income tax information by certain companies and branches (2016/0107(COD) A9-0305/2021) I would remind you that you can ask for the floor on request and for the blue card questions via your voting machine once you have put your voting card on the machine. So I ask you to always take your voting ca…

10

Nov

2021

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Strengthening democracy, media freedom and pluralism in the EU (debate)

The debate is over. The vote will take place on Thursday 11 November 2021. Written statements (Rule 171)

20

Oct

2021

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Increased efforts to fight money laundering (debate)

The next item is the Commission statement on stepping up anti-money laundering measures (2021/2909(RSP)).

20

Oct

2021

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The first anniversary of the de facto abortion ban in Poland (debate)

We're starting to change the subject. I look forward to Commissioner McGuinness coming. Maybe we'll wait a few minutes for the commissioner. Written statements (Rule 171)

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Oct

2021

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The first anniversary of the de facto abortion ban in Poland (debate)

Thank you, colleague. It’s my unpleasant duty to remind everyone that badges and banners are not allowed, even on clothing, in this House.

20

Oct

2021

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The first anniversary of the de facto abortion ban in Poland (debate)

The next item is the Council and Commission statement on the first anniversary of the de facto ban on abortion in Poland (2021/2925(RSP)).

20

Oct

2021

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An EU strategy to reduce methane emissions (debate)

The debate is over. The amendments will be put to the vote today and the final vote will take place on Thursday 21 October 2021. Perhaps you can go and talk outside the hall when you have so much to say. Written statements (Rule 171)…

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Oct

2021

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The rise of right-wing extremism and racism in Europe (in light of recent events in Rome) (debate)

The next item is the debate on the Council and Commission statements on the rise of right—wing extremism and racism in Europe (in light of recent events in Rome) (2021/2933(RSP)).

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Oct

2021

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Sakharov Prize 2021 (announcement of winner)

Ladies and gentlemen, colleagues, it is a particular honour for me to announce the decision of the Conference of Presidents of today, to award the Sakharov Prize 2021 to Aleksei Navalny, Russian anti-corruption activist and an advocate for change. Aleksei Navalny has showed great courage in his attempts to restore the freedom of choice to the Russian people. For many years he has fought for human …

19

Oct

2021

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Agenda of the next sitting

The agenda has been published and is available on the European Parliament’s website.

19

Oct

2021

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Joint Undertakings under Horizon Europe (debate)

The debate is over. The vote will take place on Wednesday 20 October 2021. Final vote on Thursday 21 October 2021.

19

Oct

2021

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Joint Undertakings under Horizon Europe (debate)

The next item is the report by Maria da Graça Carvalho, on behalf of the Committee on Industry, Research and Energy, on the proposal for a Council regulation establishing the Joint Undertakings under Horizon Europe (COM(2021)0087 – C9-0166/2021 – 2021/0048(NLE)) (A9-0246/2021).…

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Oct

2021

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The Right to a Healthy Environment (debate)

I found out that it was Slovenia that raised this issue at the UN Human Rights Council, together with four other countries. The debate is over. Written statements (Rule 171)

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Oct

2021

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The Right to a Healthy Environment (debate)

I just said that what you said is not related to the subject of our debate tonight. You can continue, but in connection with the theme of tonight's debate.

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Oct

2021

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The Right to a Healthy Environment (debate)

Excuse me colleague, I have been pointed out that you’re speaking out of the topic of tonight, which is the right to a healthy environment. So please try to make a link to the topic. OK?

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Oct

2021

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The Right to a Healthy Environment (debate)

The next item is the Council and Commission statements on: Right to a healthy environment (2021/2924(RSP)).

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Oct

2021

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Human rights situation in Myanmar, including the situation of religious and ethnic groups

Mr President, eight months have passed since the military organised the coup in Myanmar and the horrific human rights violations towards civilians – all civilians, including ethnic and religious minorities – continue. The European Parliament should today reiterate that the only legitimate representatives of the democratic aspirations of the people of Myanmar are the committee representing the side…

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Oct

2021

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Second voting session

We shall now move on to today's second voting session. We will vote on the procedures announced on today's agenda and the votes will be open from 20:00 to 21:45. The voting method is the same as in previous votes. All votes shall be taken by roll call. I now declare the second voting session open. You can vote until 21:45. The results of the second voting session will be announced tomorrow at 9 a.…

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Oct

2021

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Banking Union - annual report 2020 (debate)

The debate is over. The amendments will be put to the vote today and the final vote will take place tomorrow. Written statements (Rule 171)