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Things we learnt in the May plenary

Fri, 24 May 2013 10:56:00 +0200

During the May plenary MEPs backed plans for an EU bank supervisory system and called on governments to step up their efforts to clamp down on tax evasion. They also approved EU–wide civil law protection for victims of stalking and gender violence and tougher safety rules for offshore drilling.

EU leaders agree to step up the fight against tax fraud

Wed, 22 May 2013 00:00:00 +0200

Extending automatic exchange of information at both the EU and global level is a priority task in fighting tax evasion and tax avoidance, say the EU leaders in the summit conclusions.

Main results of the Education, Youth, Culture and Sport Council

Sat, 18 May 2013 00:00:00 +0200

The Council adopted conclusions on the social dimension of higher education. It also held, in public deliberation, a policy debate on the link between teaching professions of the highest quality and achieving better learning outcomes.

Main results of the Economic and Financial Affairs

Tue, 14 May 2013 15:10:00 +0200

The Council adopted a mandate for the Commission to negotiate updated savings tax agreements with Switzerland, Liechtenstein, Monaco, Andorra and San Marino. It also adopted conclusions on tax evasion and tax fraud.

Main results of the Agriculture and Fisheries Council

Tue, 14 May 2013 12:00:00 +0200

As regards agriculture, ministers were briefed on the state of play of the trilogues on the reform of the common agricultural policy (CAP). Concerning fisheries issues, the Council held a debate on the outcome of the trilogues on the reform of the common fisheries policy (CFP).

President Barroso calls for progress on energy and tax fraud and evasion

Wed, 08 May 2013 12:33:00 +0200

President Barroso has made a push to make significant progress on energy and tax fraud and evasion at the European Council on 22 May.

April infringements package: main decisions

Thu, 25 Apr 2013 08:50:00 +0200

The Commission has taken today 141 decisions, including 20 reasoned opinions and 4 referrals to the European Union's Court of Justice.

Main results of the Foreign Affairs Council

Mon, 22 Apr 2013 17:00:00 +0200

The Council discussed the latest events in Syria. It also eased certain EU sanctions against Syria, including the oil embargo, so as to help the civilian population and support the opposition in that country. The EU remains the biggest humanitarian donor in the Syrian crisis.

Main results of the Agriculture and Fisheries Council

Mon, 22 Apr 2013 16:39:00 +0200

As regards agriculture, ministers were briefed by the Presidency on the state of play of the first trilogues on the reform of the common agricultural policy (CAP). Concerning fisheries issues, the Council held a debate on the outcome of the first trilogues on the reform of the common fisheries policy (CFP).

Things we learnt in the April plenary

Fri, 19 Apr 2013 09:59:00 +0200

The Cyprus bailout package and changes to Hungarian constitution were in the spotlight at the plenary session of the European Parliament in Strasbourg from 15 to 18 April.

Eurogroup reaches an agreement with Cyprus

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 09:08:00 +0100

The euro area finance ministers reached a political agreement with the Cyprus authorities on the key elements paving the way for the future economic adjustment programme. The aim of the programme is to form the basis for restoring the soundness of Cyprus' public finances and the viability of its financial sector. The

March infringements package: main decisions

Thu, 21 Mar 2013 13:16:00 +0100

The Commission has taken 101 decisions, including 3 reasoned opinions and 9 referrals to the European Union's Court of Justice, out of which 4 include financial penalties.

Leaders endorse EU's economic priorities for 2013

Fri, 15 Mar 2013 14:19:00 +0100

At the European Council meeting on 14-15 March the EU leaders endorsed the Union's economic priorities for 2013 and provided strategic guidance for the member states' national budgetary policies and structural reforms for this year.

Things we learnt in the March plenary

Fri, 15 Mar 2013 10:02:00 +0100

MEPs will not accept the Council proposal for the EU's budget for 2014-2020 in its current form and are preparing for negotiations with EU governments. They also adopted a negotiating position for a greener and fairer EU agricultural policy and approved laws that make solving commercial disputes cheaper and easier.

2014 European Parliament Elections: Commission recommends that political parties nominate candidate for Commission President

Tue, 12 Mar 2013 11:18:00 +0100

The proposals aim to better inform voters about the issues at stake in next year's European Parliament elections, encourage a Europe-wide debate and ultimately improve voter turnout.

Commission wants to simplify life for SMEs by easing the top 10 most burdensome EU laws

Thu, 07 Mar 2013 11:12:00 +0100

The Commission, while recognising the overall necessity of having European-wide rules in these areas, will now thoroughly address these concerns via the new Regulatory Fitness and Performance Programme (REFIT) launched in December 2012.

Council agrees on Youth Guarantee

Thu, 28 Feb 2013 16:34:00 +0100

The Council reached a political agreement on the establishment of youth guarantee schemes which aim to ensure that unemployed young people are quickly offered employment or training.

Main results of the Agriculture and Fisheries Council

Tue, 26 Feb 2013 16:22:00 +0100

As regards agriculture, ministers had a public debate on the direct payments regulation and the horizontal regulation within the framework of the common agricultural policy (CAP) reform. Concerning fisheries issues, ministers reached an agreement for a general approach on the basic
provisions of the common fisheries policy (CFP).

EU and Ukraine: towards closer relations

Mon, 25 Feb 2013 15:45:00 +0100

The 16th EU-Ukraine summit took place in Brussels. The objective of the meeting was to discuss the conditions for the signature of the Association Agreement and a Deep and Comprehensive Free Trade Area at the Eastern Partnership summit in Vilnius in November.

February infringements package: main decisions

Thu, 21 Feb 2013 12:08:00 +0100

The Commission has taken 151 decisions, including 15 reasoned opinions and 13 referrals to the European Union's Court of Justice, out of which 2 include financial penalties.

Competitiveness Council: Agreement on Unified Patent Court signed

Tue, 19 Feb 2013 17:05:00 +0100

22 member states signed the international agreement for establishing a Unified Patent Court (UPC). Once the agreement enters into force, the signatory countries will form a unified area in terms of patent law.

Foreign Affairs Council: EU Training Mission in Mali launched

Mon, 18 Feb 2013 16:07:00 +0100

The EU's training mission in Mali (EUTM Mali) was launched by the Foreign Affairs Council. The objective of the mission is to support the training and reorganisation of the Malian Armed Forces.

Mislabelled meat products: towards a European coordinated response

Wed, 13 Feb 2013 23:14:00 +0100

At an informal meeting, ministers from the most affected member states exchanged views and shared information on the recently discovered mislabelling of processed beef products containing horsemeat.

MFF agreed by EU leaders

Fri, 08 Feb 2013 18:00:00 +0100

The European Council reached agreement on the next multiannual financial framework (MFF), which defines the budgetary priorities of the EU for the years 2014-2020.

Things we learnt in the February plenary

Fri, 08 Feb 2013 10:09:00 +0100

French president François Hollande spoke of the need for common growth-oriented policies when debating Europe with MEPs in Strasbourg, while the plenary sent a stark warning to governments not to try to impose unreasonable cuts on the EU budget.

Leaders to focus on the budget framework and on trade

Wed, 06 Feb 2013 15:51:00 +0100

European Council President Herman van Rompuy has invited the EU's heads of state or government to a meeting on 7 and 8 February. The main purpose, he stated in his invitation letter, is "to agree on the next Multiannual Financial Framework (MFF)". Other points on the agenda include trade and international relations.

Council prepares February summit

Mon, 04 Feb 2013 00:00:00 +0100

The Council examined draft conclusions for the European Council meeting to be held on 7-8 February. The main aim for EU leaders will be to agree on the EU's multiannual financial framework (MFF) for the 2014-2020 period.

EU-CELAC Summit: Santiago Declaration

Mon, 28 Jan 2013 10:10:00 +0100

Heads of State and Government of the Community of Latin American and Caribbean States (CELAC) and the European Union (EU), and the Presidents of the European Council and the European Commission, convened in Santiago, Chile, to renew and deepen their Strategic Partnership.

January infringements package: main decisions

Thu, 24 Jan 2013 12:38:00 +0100

The Commission has taken today 173 decisions, including 24 reasoned opinions and 10 referrals to the European Union's Court of Justice, out of which 7 include financial penalties.

Mr Dijsselbloem appointed new Eurogroup president

Tue, 22 Jan 2013 09:35:00 +0100

The Eurogroup appointed its new president, Dutch Minister of Finance Jeroen Dijsselbloem. Mr Dijsselbloem takes over from Jean-Claude Juncker and will hold the post for two and a half years.

Things we learnt in the January plenary

Fri, 18 Jan 2013 10:14:00 +0100

Tougher rules on credit rating agencies and EU plans to tackle youth unemployment received EP support. The outgoing Cyprus presidency and the priorities of the Irish EU Council presidency were also debated, as was the situation in Syria and Mali. MEPs backed a cooperation deal with Iraq and called for a careful pooling of sovereign debt.

European Commission kick-starts the 2013 European Year of Citizens

Wed, 02 Jan 2013 15:22:00 +0100

To mark the European Year of Citizens 2013, a range of events, conferences and seminars will be organised across the EU at Union, national, regional or local level.

Irish presidency priorities

Wed, 02 Jan 2013 11:25:00 +0100

At midnight on 1 January, Ireland took over the rotating presidency of the Council of the European Union (EU). Their presidency will focus on stability, jobs and growth.

“Fiscal compact" entered into force on 1 January 2013

Fri, 21 Dec 2012 15:01:00 +0100

The Treaty on Stability, Coordination and Governance in the Economic and Monetary Union (popularly known as the "fiscal compact") will enter into force on 1 January 2013 following its ratification by Finland. The treaty aims to strengthen fiscal discipline in the euro area through the "balanced budget rule" and the automatic correction mechanism.

Environment Council: Safer management of Europe's water resources

Mon, 17 Dec 2012 23:00:00 +0100

The EU's Environment Ministers adopted conclusions setting out key actions to improve governance by those involved in managing water resources, namely: improving land use, addressing water pollution, and increasing water efficiency and resilience.

European Council conclusions

Fri, 14 Dec 2012 16:17:00 +0100

The European Council agreed on a roadmap for the completion of the Economic and Monetary Union, based on deeper integration and reinforced solidarity.

Council agrees position on single supervisory mechanism

Thu, 13 Dec 2012 10:32:00 +0100

EU finance ministers agreed on the general approach on the legislative package that establishes single supervisory mechanism (SSM) for the oversight of credit institutions, which is a key element in the EU's plan to establish a banking union.

Parliament confirms deal on 2012 and 2013 budget package

Wed, 12 Dec 2012 15:07:00 +0100

Six billion Euros to pay bills in 2012, priority for growth and jobs in next year's budget and a strategy for dealing with payment shortfalls in 2013 – these are the main parts of the budget package formally adopted by Parliament.

Nobel peace prize goes to… Europeans

Mon, 10 Dec 2012 00:00:00 +0100

2012 prize was presented in Oslo on 10 December recognising EU’s role in advancing stability and reconciliation in Europe.

Towards a free trade agreement with Japan

Thu, 29 Nov 2012 23:00:00 +0100

The EU Foreign Affairs (Trade) Council approved a mandate for the negotiation of a free trade agreement (FTA) with Japan and authorised the opening of negotiations with Japan on a framework agreement.

A Blueprint for a deep and genuine Economic and Monetary Union: Launching a European debate

Wed, 28 Nov 2012 13:43:00 +0100

The European Commission adopted a Blueprint for a deep and genuine Economic and Monetary Union, which provides a vision for a strong and stable architecture in the financial, fiscal, economic and political domains.

Eurogroup approves next disbursement to Greece

Tue, 27 Nov 2012 23:00:00 +0100

The Greek programme got back on track, when the Eurogroup on 26 November 2012 gave political approval to the next disbursement of financial aid to Greece. Ministers commended Greek policy actions and agreed on a package of measures to ensure Greek debt will be sustainable.

Main results of the Education, Youth, Culture and Sport Council

Mon, 26 Nov 2012 23:00:00 +0100

The Council took note of the state of play concerning the proposal for a regulation establishing the "Erasmus for All" programme (2014-2020).

Commission's new proposal for EU budget 2013

Mon, 26 Nov 2012 13:16:00 +0100

The Commission is presenting a new Draft Budget for 2013. The new proposal takes into account elements to facilitate convergence between the European Parliament and the Council as well as the imperative need to honour past commitments.

EU seven-year budgetary framework: work will continue

Fri, 23 Nov 2012 23:00:00 +0100

Following constructive discussions on the EU's Multiannual Financial Framework (MFF) 2014-2020, the European Council on 23 November 2012 mandated President Herman Van Rompuy to pursue the consultations to find a consensus among all EU leaders.

Things we learnt in the November plenary

Fri, 23 Nov 2012 17:35:00 +0100

During the 19-22 November plenary session MEPs warned EU leaders that drastic cuts to the EU's long-term budget could paralyse it for years. They welcomed news of an immediate ceasefire in Gaza and approved the nomination of Tonio Borg as the new health commissioner.

Budget 2012/2013: Don't try to push the EU into deficit, say MEPs

Wed, 21 Nov 2012 22:00:00 +0100

Parliament's President Martin Schulz urged the blocking minority of member states to stop preventing the Commission from paying bills it is legally obliged to pay.

November infringements package: main decisions

Wed, 21 Nov 2012 12:09:00 +0100

The Commission has taken 199 decisions, including 48 reasoned opinions and 7 referrals to the European Union's Court of Justice, out of which 5 include financial penalties.

Final preparations for summit on 2014-2020 budget framework

Tue, 20 Nov 2012 20:00:00 +0100

The General Affairs Council held its last meeting before the special European Council on 22-23 November. The summit is dedicated to the EU's multiannual financial framework (MFF) for 2014-2020.

Accountability is vital to future Economic and Monetary Union, say MEPs

Tue, 20 Nov 2012 16:02:00 +0100

Powers transferred to the EU level to strengthen economic and monetary union must be matched by enhanced accountability, says a resolution adopted by the European Parliament.

European elections: citizens will be able to stand as candidates in another EU country more easily

Tue, 20 Nov 2012 15:12:00 +0100

It will now be easier for EU citizens living in another Member State to stand as candidates in the 2014 European Parliament elections, following a vote on a European Commission proposal in the European Parliament.

Syria: EU welcomes opposition agreement

Mon, 19 Nov 2012 23:00:00 +0100

At the meeting of the EU's Foreign Affairs Council, ministers highlighted the EU's support for the efforts of Joint Special Representative Lakhdar Brahimi in finding a political solution and welcomed the agreement reached by the Syrian opposition forces, whom the EU considers "legitimate representatives of the aspirations of the Syrian people".

EU budget 2013: more efforts needed

Wed, 14 Nov 2012 10:28:00 +0100

The Council had to take note of the impossibility to reach an agreement with the European Parliament on the 2013 budget and other related items.

EU Budget 2013: negotiations to continue

Fri, 09 Nov 2012 19:45:00 +0100

The Council and the European Parliament, meeting within the Conciliation Committee, could not yet reach agreement on the 2013 EU budget and other related items.

Member States and Commission must manage spending better - say EU Auditors

Tue, 06 Nov 2012 10:41:00 +0100

The 2011 accounts present fairly the financial position of the European Union and the results of its operations and its cash flows for the year. However, payments were affected by material error, with an estimated error rate of 3.9 % for the EU budget as a whole.

Council agrees its position on new rules for the airport slots allocation

Tue, 30 Oct 2012 17:30:00 +0100

The EU transport ministers agreed a general approach on proposed changes to the 1993 rules on the allocation of take-off and landing slots to airlines.

Ten things we learnt in the October plenaries

Fri, 26 Oct 2012 23:00:00 +0200

Faster progress on all fronts and more budgetary honesty from member states is what MEPs called for during this week's two plenaries.

October infringements package: main decisions

Wed, 24 Oct 2012 12:34:00 +0200

The Commission has taken 162 decisions, including 25 reasoned opinions and 10 referrals to the European Union's Court of Justice.

EU budget 2013: avoid payments shortfalls and invest in growth and jobs

Tue, 23 Oct 2012 23:15:00 +0200

To enable the EU to pay its bills in 2013, Council cuts in the European Commission's budget proposal must be reversed, said Parliament in a vote. Reinstating funding for payments in 2013 would help to protect popular EU programmes, such as Erasmus Mundus and the Social Fund, against funding shortfalls like those that disrupted them this year.

European Council in Brussels on 18 and 19 October

Fri, 19 Oct 2012 23:00:00 +0200

The European Council reiterated its firm commitment to take resolute action to address financial market tensions, restore confidence and stimulate growth and jobs.

Main results of the Foreign Affairs Council

Mon, 15 Oct 2012 23:00:00 +0200

The Council, reiterating that the EU stands by the Syrian people in its courageous struggle for freedom, dignity and democracy, underlined its deep concern at the spill-over effects of the Syrian crisis in neighbouring countries in terms of security and stability.

Nobel Peace Prize 2012 awarded to the European Union

Fri, 12 Oct 2012 12:28:00 +0200

“This Prize is the strongest possible recognition of the deep political motives behind our Union: the unique effort by ever more European states to overcome war and divisions and to jointly shape a continent of peace and prosperity”.

Competitiveness Council: Green light for the European Consumer Agenda

Thu, 11 Oct 2012 23:00:00 +0200

The Agenda aims to ensure that consumers have safe products and services, better information and more effective protection of their rights and redress possibilities, especially when buying products in other countries and online.

Main results of the Economic and Financial Affairs Council

Tue, 09 Oct 2012 15:48:00 +0200

The Council adopted a decision modifying the conditions underpinning financial assistance to Portugal, granting it an additional year, until 2014, to correct its excessive deficit.

The European Stability Mechanism inaugurated

Mon, 08 Oct 2012 23:00:00 +0200

This mechanism will be globally the largest international financial institution with a strong capital base of 700 billion euro of which 80 billion euro will be paid-in by early 2014, including about 33 billion euro by 12 October 2012.

September infringements package: main decisions

Thu, 27 Sep 2012 12:00:00 +0200

The Commission has taken 361 decisions, including 27 reasoned opinions and 12 referrals to the European Union's Court of Justice.

Multiannual Financial Framework: negotiations approaching endgame

Mon, 24 Sep 2012 23:22:00 +0200

In the run-up to the November European Council meeting dedicated to the Multiannual Financial Framework (MFF) for 2014-2020, the ministers discussed a revised "negotiating box", presented by the Cyprus Presidency.

Financial report presents data on 2011 EU budget

Thu, 20 Sep 2012 12:19:00 +0200

The European Commission has released its annual financial report which describes how the 2011 budgetary cycle was managed. The financial report provides detailed information on the sources of EU financing and gives a basic overview of EU expenditure.

Ten things we learnt in the September plenary

Fri, 14 Sep 2012 10:48:00 +0200

Commission president José Manuel Barroso called for the EU to become a "federation of nation states" and announced a blueprint for deeper economic and monetary union during his state of the union address at the European Parliament.

President Barroso delivers the State of the Union Address 2012

Wed, 12 Sep 2012 14:00:00 +0200

The President of the European Commission, José Manuel Barroso, delivers the third "State of the Union Address". The speech defines priorities and strategic objectives for the following year.

Council adopts its position on the 2013 EU budget

Tue, 24 Jul 2012 15:23:00 +0200

The Council adopted its position on the draft EU budget for 2013. The ministers agreed that the increase in payments should not be higher than 2.79% compared to the 2012 budget.

Ten things we learnt in the July plenary

Fri, 06 Jul 2012 11:54:00 +0200

Thumbs down for ACTA, thumbs up for eCall; goodbye to Denmark, hello to Cyprus; no to breaches of Schengen rules, yes to animal welfare. In the last plenary session before the summer, MEPs also welcomed the conclusions of last week's European Council but warned that the clock is ticking and asked the Commission to prepare plans by September.

European Council 28/29 June

Fri, 29 Jun 2012 00:00:00 +0200

Economic policy was the focus of the June European Council, while foreign policy, enlargement and other international issues were also on the agenda.

Main results of the General Affairs Council

Tue, 26 Jun 2012 23:35:00 +0200

The Council decided to open accession negotiations with Montenegro on 29 June 2012, subject to the endorsement by the European Council. It reached a second partial general approach on further elements of the cohesion policy legislative package for 2014-2020. It held a discussion on a revised version of the negotiating box for the EU's multiannual financial framework for 2014-2020.

Infringement decisions: monthly package

Thu, 21 Jun 2012 12:34:00 +0200

The Commission has taken 237 decisions, including 62 reasoned opinions and 11 referrals to the European Union's Court of Justice.

10 things we learnt in the June plenary

Fri, 15 Jun 2012 10:48:00 +0200

Is free movement throughout the Schengen area - one of the EU's biggest accomplishments - under threat from EU governments? Is austerity the only answer to the economic crisis? Do cyber attacks present a clear and present danger to critical infrastructure in Europe? These are just some of the questions that MEPs grappled with during the June plenary session in Strasbourg.

MEPs demand robust and flexible budget and reformed revenue system for the EU

Wed, 13 Jun 2012 10:17:00 +0200

The EU needs a robust budget to meets its political goals, MEPs tell EU leaders, who discuss the 2014-2020 budget plan on 28-29 June. The long-term budget should be flexible enough to cope with new challenges and contributions from national coffers should be replaced by other ways of funding the EU budget, says Parliament in a resolution.

Infringement decisions: monthly package

Thu, 31 May 2012 12:20:00 +0200

The Commission has taken 147 decisions, including 27 reasoned opinions and 11 referrals to the European Union's Court of Justice.

10 things we learnt in the May Strasbourg plenary

Fri, 25 May 2012 12:50:00 +0200

This week in Strasbourg MEPs approved proposals for a financial transaction tax and more protection for blue-fin tuna and voted for equal pay between men and women. Also on the agenda were justice in Ukraine, EU-China trade relations, youth opportunities, growth and SMEs.

Boosting growth in Europe

Thu, 24 May 2012 08:55:00 +0200

During an informal dinner on 23 May 2012, EU heads of state or government prepared the ground for common decisions to be taken at the European Council meeting scheduled for 28-29 June. In the short term, work will be structured around the three main pillars of a growth strategy.

Infrastructure project bonds: MEPs secure deal with member states on pilot scheme

Tue, 22 May 2012 23:00:00 +0200

The EU will set aside €230 million in guarantees to support the issuance of "project bonds" for EU infrastructure projects under a deal concluded by MEPs and EU governments in Strasbourg. The deal will pilot test this innovative plan to attract private investment in transport, energy and information technology network projects.

Infringement decisions: monthly package

Thu, 26 Apr 2012 13:39:00 +0200

The Commission has taken 185 decisions, including 38 reasoned opinions and 5 referrals to the European Union's Court of Justice.

Draft Budget 2013: Investing in growth and jobs

Wed, 25 Apr 2012 14:22:00 +0200

The EU's draft budget for 2013, presented by the Commission, reflects the European Council's statements that growth and employment in the EU can only be achieved by combining fiscal consolidation and investment into future growth.

Financial framework 2014-2020: discussion on agriculture and cohesion policies

Tue, 24 Apr 2012 00:00:00 +0200

The negotiations on the multiannual financial framework (MFF) 2014-2020 at the General Affairs Council focused on future expenditure on the cohesion policy and the common agricultural policy – the two policies that together make up around 70 per cent of the Union's budget.

10 things we learned in the April plenary

Fri, 20 Apr 2012 14:09:00 +0200

This week in Strasbourg the EP adopted the new PNR agreement on sharing EU air passengers' data with US authorities. EP President Martin Schulz welcomed twelve Croatian observers and King Abdullah II of Jordan talked about the opportunities created by the Arab Spring in a speech to MEPs. Once again, MEPs debated with Commission President Barroso about how to tackle the economic crisis.

Financial framework 2014-2020: first discussion on the negotiating box

Mon, 26 Mar 2012 10:00:00 +0200

The discussions on the European Union's budget framework for 2014-2020 (the Multiannual Financial Framework, MFF) have entered a new phase: at its meeting on 26 March 2012 the General Affairs Council for the first time discussed the "negotiating box" that contains the most central issues and options.

An improved treaty but more needed on growth

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 00:00:00 +0100

The newly-agreed governance treaty was largely unnecessary to emerge from the crisis. It must be made consistent with the economic governance "six pack", and backed by immediate measures to address the Eurozone's short-term constraints, said Parliament in a resolution.

Efforts in favour of youth employment and job-friendly growth

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 00:00:00 +0100

In his remarks after the informal meeting of the members of the European Council, the President of the European Council Herman Van Rompuy said that Heads of State and Government recognise that financial stability in itself is not enough to get out of the economic crisis.

Help make EU law – from 1 April 2012

Thu, 26 Jan 2012 00:00:00 +0100

You will soon be able to call on the Commission to make legislative proposals on EU policy. A new website has all the information on how to launch a “citizens’ initiative”.

Commission extends public consultations to 12 weeks

Tue, 03 Jan 2012 00:00:00 +0100

Citizens, businesses and non-governmental organisations will have at least 12 weeks to comment on plans for new policies and legislation, compared to 8 weeks previously.