Commission authorises support for renewable energy in Italy

The European Commission has concluded that an Italian scheme aimed at supporting electricity generation from renewable energy sources is in line with EU state aid rules. The scheme will further EU energy and climate goals without unduly distorting competition in the Single Market. In particular, the scheme will support Italy in reaching its EU renewable Read more about Commission authorises support for renewable energy in Italy[…]

President Juncker to attend Charlemagne Prize award ceremony for Pope Francis

On Friday 6 May in the Vatican, European Commission President, Jean-Claude Juncker will join European Parliament President, Martin Schulz, and European Council President, Donald Tusk, at the ceremony to award the Charlemagne Prize to His Holiness, Pope Francis. The event takes place in the Sala Regia of the Pope’s official residence, where the three Presidents Read more about President Juncker to attend Charlemagne Prize award ceremony for Pope Francis[…]

Agriculture: The Commission approves new Protected Geographical Indication from Italy

The Commission has approved today the addition of a new product to the quality register of Protected Geographical Indications (PGI). From Italy, “Patata del Fucino” is a ripe potato of the Solanum Tuberosum species which must be planted, grown and harvested in the area of the bed of Lake Fucino. Patata del Fucino’s skin does Read more about Agriculture: The Commission approves new Protected Geographical Indication from Italy[…]

The April infringements package: Commission acts for full, proper and timely implementation of EU law for the benefit of citizens and businesses

To help citizens and businesses benefit fully from the internal market, the European Commission continuously engages with and, if necessary, initiates infringement procedures against Member States which do not respect European law. […]