EP Plenary session - Reversing the negative social consequences of the COVID-19 pandemic

EP Plenary session Joint debate - Impact of the Covid-19 crisis on the aviation

EP Plenary session - EU coordinated action to combat the COVID-19 pandemic and its consequences - Second voting session:Announcement of results by EP vice-president SILVA PEREIRA, Pedro (S&D, PT)

EP Plenary session - EU coordinated action to combat the COVID-19 pandemic and its consequences - MEP Voting remotely

Due to strict sanitary measures to avoid COVID-19 spreading, Parliament has put in place temporary measures to allow members to fulfil their democratic rights and legislative duties. Parliament has put in place measures for Members to participate and vote in the plenary session from a distance.

EP Plenary session - EU coordinated action to combat the COVID-19 pandemic and its consequences- Results of the first voting session

Remote participation of MEP BERGKVIST, Erik (S&D, SE) to the Extraordinary Plenary session of 16 and 17 April 2020.

EP Plenary session - EU coordinated action to combat the COVID-19 pandemic and its consequences

EP Plenary session - EU coordinated action to combat the COVID-19 pandemic and its consequences - Statement by Ursula VON DER LEYEN,  President of the European Commission

EP Plenary session - EU coordinated action to combat the COVID-19 pandemic and its consequences - Statement by Charles MICHEL, President of the European Council

EP Plenary session - EU coordinated action to combat the COVID-19 pandemic and its consequences- Statement by the President - Opening statement by David SASSOLI, EP President

Remote participation of MEP BASSO - Due to strict sanitary measures to avoid COVID-19 spreading, Parliament has put in place temporary measures to allow members to fulfill their democratic rights and legislative duties. Parliament has put in place measures for Members to participate and vote in the plenary session from a distance.

Pre-session briefing

David SASSOLI, EP President visits the kitchen of the EP where 1000 meals are prepared every day to support health workers and those in need in Brussels

European Parliament kitchens, which have been specially reopened to prepare and distribute more than 1,000 meals a day to homeless people, those in need, and health workers tackling the COVID-19 emergency. The President described the initiative as “a good example of the Parliament’s public spirit.” The distribution is done thanks to collaboration with the associations: Resto du Coeur Saint Gilles, Douche FLUX, Croix Rouge, CPAS Ixelles.

European Parliament kitchens to produce 1000 meals a day for health workers and those in need

Laboratory staff carryng out Covid-19 screening tests

COVID-19 - Screening tests  are prepared at GSK Vaccine in Rixensart, Belgium. The laboratory works on tests based on Polymerase chain reaction (PCR) technology. Scientific staff manipulate the samples and use various medical instruments.

Live Skype interview with Eldiario.es with David SASSOLI, EP President

Live interview from RTP TV Channel of David SASSOLI, EP President

Statement by Petra DE SUTTER (Greens/EFA,BE), IMCO Chair following the exchange of views with Thierry BRETON,  European Commissioner for Internal Market on the EU response to the COVID-19 outbreak

This infoclip illustrates the economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic crisis in Barcelona (Spain): views of empty streets, shops closed, building for rent...

Infoclip: Economic impact of the COVID-19 crisis in Barcelona (Spain)

This infoclip illustrates the range of rules aimed at stopping the spread of Covid-19 in Dublin (social distancing, wearing the mask compulsory in different situation, signage, museums, theaters, churches, public transport services reduced, non-essential shops, restaurants and bars temporarily closed...) and the impact on the economy and different sectors such as tourism, culture or catering. New restrictions are in place from Oct. 21.

Infoclip: Illustration of the lockdown situation in Dublin, Ireland

This infoclip illustrates the range of rules aimed at stopping the spread of Covid-19 in Prague, Czech Republic (social distancing, wearing the mask compulsory in different situation, signage, non-essential shops, restaurants and bars temporarily closed...) and the impact on the economy and different sectors such as tourism, culture or catering. New restrictions are in place from Oct. 22.

Infoclip: Illustration of the lockdown situation in Prague, Czech Republic

The Committee on Economic and Monetary Affairs (ECON) hear Christine LAGARDE, President of the European Central Bank, in her capacity as both President of the ECB and Chair of the European Systemic Risk Board. The economic recovery from the pandemic is top the issues to be discussed in the European Parliament in Brussels.

Monetary Dialogue with Christine LAGARDE, President of the European Central Bank: extracts from the meeting

Andrey NOVAKOV (EPP, BG) and Constanze KREHL (S&D, DE), co-rapporteurs, Younous OMARJEE (GUE/NGL, FR), Chair of the Committee on Regional Development, Heinz HETMEIER, German Presidency, and Elisa FERREIRA, European Commissioner for Cohesion and Reforms speak to the press on the conclusion of inter-institutional negotiations for REACT-EU, in the European Parliament in Brussels.

Press conference by Andrey NOVAKOV (EPP, BG), Constanze KREHL (S&D, DE), co-rapporteurs, Younous OMARJEE (GUE/NGL, FR), Heinz HETMEIER, and Elisa FERREIRA, on the conclusion of inter-institutional negotiations for REACT-EU

Andrey NOVAKOV (EPP, BG) and Constanze KREHL (S&D, DE), co-rapporteurs, Younous OMARJEE (GUE/NGL, FR), Chair of the Committee on Regional Development and Elisa FERREIRA, European Commissioner for Cohesion and Reforms speak to the press on the conclusion of inter-institutional negotiations for REACT-EU, in the European Parliament in Brussels.

Conclusion of inter-institutional negotiations for REACT-EU: extracts from the press conference

Members of the Committee on Environment, Public Health and Food Safety discuss the EU’s preparedness and resilience in the field of public health with Stella KYRIAKIDES, Commissioner for Health and Food safety. The debate focus on recently published package of initiatives establishing the building blocks of a European Health Union, which includes a proposal on tackling serious cross-border health threats. The upcoming Pharmaceutical Strategy is also looked into. This transcription speech is the result of an automatic process. Check Against delivery

ENVI - Building of a European Health Union: the Preparedness and Resilience Package and the Pharmaceutical Strategy: introductory remark by Pascal CANFIN, Chair and opening statement by Stella KYRIAKIDES, European Commissioner

Members of the Committee on Environment, Public Health and Food Safety discuss the EU’s preparedness and resilience in the field of public health with Stella KYRIAKIDES, Commissioner for Health and Food safety. The debate focus on recently published package of initiatives establishing the building blocks of a European Health Union, which includes a proposal on tackling serious cross-border health threats. The upcoming Pharmaceutical Strategy is also looked into. Exchange of views (part 1)

ENVI - Building of a European Health Union: the Preparedness and Resilience Package and the Pharmaceutical Strategy: exchange of views (part 1)

Members of the Committee on Environment, Public Health and Food Safety discuss the EU’s preparedness and resilience in the field of public health with Stella KYRIAKIDES, Commissioner for Health and Food safety. The debate focus on recently published package of initiatives establishing the building blocks of a European Health Union, which includes a proposal on tackling serious cross-border health threats. The upcoming Pharmaceutical Strategy is also looked into. Exchange of views (part 2) and closing statement.

ENVI - Building of a European Health Union: the Preparedness and Resilience Package and the Pharmaceutical Strategy: exchange of views (part 2) and closing statements

During the plenary session (11-13/11/2020), MEPs discuss and vote on a resolution scrutinizing the impact of the pandemic on democracy, fundamental rights, and rule of law.

Impact of Covid-19 measures on democracy, fundamental rights and rule of law: extracts from the debate (12/11) and from the vote

During the plenary session in Brussels (11-13 November 2020) MEPs debate the programme for the Union's action in the field of health for the period 2021-2027 (“EU4Health Programme”). Closing statement by Stella KYRIAKIDES, European Commissioner for Health and Food Safety

Programme for the Union's action in the field of health for the period 2021-2027 (“EU4Health Programme”): Closing statement by Stella KYRIAKIDES, European Commissioner for Health and Food Safety

During the plenary session in Brussels (11-13 November 2020) MEPs debate the programme for the Union's action in the field of health for the period 2021-2027 (“EU4Health Programme”). MEPs debate (part 2)

Programme for the Union's action in the field of health for the period 2021-2027 (“EU4Health Programme”): MEPs debate (part 2)

During the plenary session in Brussels (11-13 November 2020) MEPs debate the programme for the Union's action in the field of health for the period 2021-2027 (“EU4Health Programme”). Opening statements by Cristian-Silviu BUŞOI (EPP, RO), Rapporteur and by Stella KYRIAKIDES, European Commissioner for Health and Food Safety This transcription speech is the result of an automatic process. Check Against delivery

Programme for the Union's action in the field of health for the period 2021-2027 (“EU4Health Programme”): Opening statements by Cristian-Silviu BUŞOI (EPP, RO), Rapporteur and by Stella KYRIAKIDES, European Commissioner for Health and Food Safety

This infoclip illustrates exterior and interior views of the the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC) in Stockholm, Sweden and a person consulting a map the situation updates on COVID-19. Based on data provided by the Member States, this European Agency publish a map of EU Member States which show the risk levels across the regions.

Infoclip: European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC) – Maps on COVID-19 situation

During the plenary session in Brussels (11-13 November 2020) MEPs debate the programme for the Union's action in the field of health for the period 2021-2027 (“EU4Health Programme”). MEPs debate (part 1)

Programme for the Union's action in the field of health for the period 2021-2027 (“EU4Health Programme”): MEPs debate (part 1)

Paolo DE CASTRO (S&D, IT), rapporteur, speaks to the press on the recovery aid for EU farmers and food producers in the European Parliament in Brussels.

Press Conference by Paolo DE CASTRO (S&D, IT), rapporteur, on the recovery aid for EU farmers and food producers

In view of the seriousness of the health situation in Belgium and France, the second plenary session of October of the European Parliament is taking place mainly remotely. For the first time, MEPs who have speaking time allocated are able to participate remotely from the EP’s Liaison Offices in their countries. This stockshots illustrates the technical installation in Brussels and MEPs participating to the plenary from Strasbourg, Ljubjana, Copenhagen, Milan, Paris, Rome and Vienne.

European Parliament Stockshots 9th Parliamentary Term: Brussels - Special remote plenary

This infoclip illustrates the range of rules aimed at stopping the spread of Covid-19 in Berlin (social distancing, wearing the mask compulsory in different situation, signage, museums, theaters, restaurants and bars temporarily closed...) and the impact on the economy and different sectors such as tourism, cultural or catering. Several new restrictions are in place from Nov. 2 through Nov. 30.

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