Activities of Kathy SINNOTT
Plenary speeches (247)
Active inclusion of people excluded from the labour market (A6-0263/2009, Jean Lambert)
Electronic communications networks, personal data and the protection of privacy - Electronic communications networks and services - Body of European Regulators for Electronic Communications (BEREC) and the Office - Frequency bands for mobile communications (debate)
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Preparation of the Employment Summit - European Globalisation Adjustment Fund - Renewed Social Agenda - Active inclusion of people excluded from the labour market (debate)
Patients' rights in cross-border healthcare (debate)
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Food distribution to the most deprived persons in the Community (amendment of the Single CMO Regulation) (debate)
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Green Paper on territorial cohesion and debate on the future reform of the cohesion policy - Regional policy best practice and obstacles to use of Structural Funds - Urban dimension of cohesion policy - Complementarities and coordination of cohesion policy with rural development measures - Implementation of the Structural Funds Regulation 2007-2013: results of negotiations on national cohesion strategies and operational programmes - A European initiative for the development of micro-credit in support of growth and employment (debate)
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The performance and sustainability of the European aviation system - Aerodromes, air traffic management and air navigation services (debate)
One-minute speeches on matters of political importance
Question Time (Council)
Green Paper on the European Workforce for Health (debate)
Childcare facilities - Barcelona objectives (debate)
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Role of the European Union in the Middle East (debate)
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2050: The future begins today − Recommendations for the EU's future integrated policy on climate change (debate)
Consular protection of citizens of the European Union in third countries (debate)
The dramatic consequences of the ‘Klaus’ storm in Southern Europe (debate)
Use of PCB waste oils in an Irish food recycling plant (debate)
Protection of minorities in Europe (debate)
Animal transport (debate)
Presentation of the Czech Presidency's programme (debate)
Explanations of vote
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Situation in the Middle East/Gaza Strip (debate)
Explanations of vote (continuation)
Authorisation to ratify the Work in Fishing Convention, 2007, of the International Labour Organisation (Convention 188) (debate)
One-minute speeches on matters of political importance
Framework for Community action to achieve a sustainable use of pesticides - Placing of plant protection products on the market (debate)
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Zimbabwe
Nicaragua
Russia: attacks on human rights defenders, and the Anna Politkovskaya murder trial
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The situation of fundamental rights in the European Union (2004-2008) - European area of freedom, security and justice (debate)
Outcome of the European Council on 11-12 December 2008 - French Presidency’s term of office (debate)
Shared effort to reduce greenhouse gas emissions (debate)
Monitoring and reduction of greenhouse gas emissions from fuels (road transport and inland waterway vessels) (debate)
Demographic tendencies - Economic and social impacts (debate)
EU response to the world financial crisis: follow-up of the informal European Council from 7 November and of the G20 Summit from 15 November 2008 - Commission's legislative and work programme for 2009 (debate)
Venezuela
Democratic Republic of Congo: clashes in the eastern border areas
Burma
Variations to the terms of marketing authorisations for medicinal products - Counterfeiting of medicinal products (debate)
One-minute speeches on matters of political importance
Recovery of cod stocks (debate)
Management of fishing fleets registered in the Community outermost regions (debate)
Together for Health: A Strategic Approach for the EU 2008-2013 (debate)
Social package (Second part: Cross-border healthcare) (debate)
Progress report on the reform of the European schools (debate)
One-minute speeches on matters of political importance
Citizens' petitions during the year 2007 (debate)
Explanations of vote
Electronic communications networks and services - European Electronic Communications Market Authority - Common approach to the use of the spectrum released by the digital switchover - Electronic communications networks and services, protection of privacy and consumer protection (debate)
One-minute speeches on matters of political importance
Allegation of mass graves in Indian-administrated Kashmir
European Union fishing fleet affected by the economic crisis (debate)
Common authorisation procedure for food additives, food enzymes and food flavourings - Food additives - Flavourings and certain food ingredients with flavouring properties - Food enzymes (debate)
Results of the European Council meeting of 19 and 20 June 2008 in Brussels - Slovenian Presidency's term of office (debate)
Preparation of the European Council following the Irish referendum (debate)
European Year for Combating Poverty and Social Exclusion (continuation of debate)
Policy coherence for development and the effects of the EU's exploitation of certain biological natural resources on development in West Africa (debate)
Sudan and the International Criminal Court (ICC) (debate)
The arrest of political opponents in Belarus (debate)
Animal health strategy 2007-2013 (debate)
Employment Policy Guidelines for Member States (debate)
Human Rights in the World 2007 and the EU's policy on the matter - EU Election Observation Missions (debate)
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Towards a reform of the World Trade Organisation (debate)
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Implementation of the posting of workers directive following the judgments of the Court of Justice (debate)
Organ donation and transplantation: Policy actions at EU level (debate)
The Green Paper on 'Adapting to climate change in Europe - options for EU action' (debate)
Explanations of vote
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Preparation of the European Council (Brussels, 13-14 March 2008) (debate)
Enhancing the quality of life of older people (debate)
The particular situation of women in prison and the impact of the imprisonment of parents on social and family life (debate)
Belarus
Treaty of Lisbon (debate)
The demographic future of Europe (debate)
Accreditation and market surveillance relating to the marketing of products - Common framework for the marketing of products - Application of certain national technical rules to products lawfully marketed in another Member State - Safety marking on consumer products (debate)
Lisbon Strategy - Broad Economic Policy Guidelines for 2008-2010 (debate)
The role of women in industry (debate)
Arrest of Chinese dissident Hu Jia (debate)
(A6-0520/2007, Roberta Angelilli) Towards an EU strategy on the rights of the child (vote)
Explanations of vote
Community strategy on health and safety at work 2007-2012 (debate)
Towards an EU strategy on the rights of the child (debate)
Adult learning: It is never too late to learn (debate)
Airport charges (debate)
Population and housing censuses (debate)
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Social reality stocktaking (debate)
Christian communities in the Middle East (debate)
Trade and economic relations with Ukraine (debate)
Report on the deliberations of the Committee on Petitions during the year 2006 (debate)
Proclamation of consensus on humanitarian aid - The European Union and Humanitarian Aid (debate)
Protection of soil - Thematic Strategy for Soil Protection (debate)
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Sudan: Killing of African Union peace-keeping soldiers
EU-Africa relations (debate)
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European strategy for the rights of the child: against "dys"crimination of children and exclusion of "dys" people (debate)
Restructuring of the sugar industry - Common organisation of the markets in the sugar sector (debate)
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Burma
Human rights dialogues and consultations on human rights with third countries (debate)
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Single European Sky (debate)
Commission Question Time
Commission Question Time
Reducing alcohol-related harm (debate)
One-minute speeches on matters of political importance
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The humanitarian situation of Iraqi refugees
Community action programme in the field of health – Action to tackle cardiovascular disease (debate)
MON 863 - Risk Management (debate)
Portability of supplementary pension rights (debate)
Juvenile delinquency, the role of women, the family and society (debate)
Family life and study (debate)
Multiple sclerosis (debate)
Human rights in Sudan
Decent work (debate)
Explanations of vote
Environmental quality standards in the field of water policy (debate)
Housing and regional policy – Structural policies and EU cohesion – Future regional policy and innovation (debate)
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Assessment and management of flood risks (debate)
Advanced therapy medicinal products (debate)
Organic production and labelling of organic products (debate)
EU-USA Air Services Agreement (debate)
Childcare (debate)
Increase in energy prices (debate)
Voluntary modulation of direct payments under the CAP (debate)
Waste - Waste recycling (debate)
Promoting healthy diets and physical activity (debate)
European Road Safety Action Programme Mid-Term Review (debate)
Implication of the UN forces in sexual abuses in Liberia and in Haiti
Driving licences (debate)
Protection of groundwater against pollution and deterioration (debate)
Prevention of injury and the promotion of safety (vote)
European Union annual report on human rights (debate)
Prevention of injury and promotion of safety (debate)
Debate on the future of Europe (debate)
Famagusta/Varosha (debate)
Bangladesh
Gambling and sports betting in the Internal Market (debate)
Milk quotas (debate)
Tibet
Peace process in Spain (vote)
LIFE+ – Financing of the Natura 2000 network
Explanations of vote
Nanosciences and nanotechnology (debate)
Improving the economic situation in the fishing industry (debate)
Production and labelling of organic products (debate)
PROGRESS (continuation of debate)
Thematic strategy on the urban environment (debate)
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North Korean asylum seekers, in particular in Thailand
Situation in the Middle East (debate)
Improving the mental health of the population towards a strategy on mental health for the EU (debate)
Passenger car related taxes (debate)
Results of the WTO meetings at the end of April in Geneva and future perspectives (continuation of debate)
Freedom of expression on the internet (debate)
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Extraordinary rendition (debate)
Shipments of radioactive waste and nuclear spent fuel (debate)
Crisis of Equitable Life (debate)
Application of the Aarhus Convention to the EC institutions and bodies (debate)
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East Timor
Inshore fishing (debate)
Pandemic influenza preparedness and response planning in the European Community (debate)
Protection of groundwater against pollution (debate)
Medicinal products for paediatric use (debate)
Taiwan (debate)
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Nutrition and health claims made on foods Addition of vitamins and minerals and of certain other substances to foods (debate)
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Darfur (debate)
World Health Day (debate)
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WTO Ministerial Conference in Hong Kong (debate)
Demographic challenges and solidarity between the generations (debate)
Community action programme in the field of health (2007-2013) (debate)
Community action programme in the field of health (2007-2013) (vote)
Agricultural products and foodstuffs as traditional specialities guaranteed – Protection of geographical indications and designations of origin for agricultural products and foodstuffs (debate)
More environmentally friendly fishing methods (debate)
Community strategy concerning mercury (debate)
Strategic guidelines for rural development (2007-2013) (debate)
Services (continuation of the debate)
Disability and development
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Common organisation of the market in sugar – Support schemes for farmers (sugar) – Restructuring the sugar industry (continuation)
Preparation for the WTO conference
Nuclear power plants
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Latest statements by Mr McCreevy on the Vaxholm case
Patents for biotechnological inventions
Fluorinated greenhouse gases – Emissions from motor vehicle air-conditioning systems
Opening of the sitting
One-minute speeches on matters of political importance
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Reform of the UN, the Millennium Development Goals
Procedures in Member States for granting and withdrawing refugee status
One-minute speeches on matters of political importance
Medicinal products for paediatric use
Management of waste from extractive industries
Patentability of computer-implemented inventions
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Polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons
EAFRD support for rural development
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Situation in Sudan
Justice for the McCartney Family
Human rights in the world 2004 and the EU's policy
European Agency for Safety and Health at Work
Global threat of a flu epidemic
Organic food and farming (continuation)
Situation in Tibet
Health and safety at the workplace
Environment and Health Action Plan 2004-2010 (continuation)
One-minute speeches on matters of political importance
One-minute speeches on matters of political importance
Constitution for Europe (continuation)
Activities of the European Ombudsman (2003)
Statement by Mr Barroso, President-elect of the Commission
Preparation of the European Council (Brussels, 4 and 5 November 2004)
Ratification of the Constitutional Treaty
European Council/Irish presidency
Reports (1)
REPORT Report on the proposal for a Council recommendation on the prevention of injury and the promotion of safety PDF (239 KB) DOC (196 KB)
Opinions (2)
OPINION Communication from the Commission to the European Parliament, the Council, the European Economic and Social Committee and the Committee of the Regions: Debate Europe — building on the experience of Plan D for Democracy, Dialogue and Debate
OPINION Green Paper "Improving the mental health of the population. Towards a strategy on mental health for the European Union"
Written declarations (10)
Amendments (136)
Amendment 27 #
2009/0003(CNS)
Proposal for a recommendation
Recital 12 a (new)
Recital 12 a (new)
(12a) Older people are more likely to succumb to infectious diseases whilst in hospital, therefore their needs as a specific group should be researched and steps taken to meet their needs so as to promote their rehabilitation and return to good health.
Amendment 4 #
2008/2330(INI)
Draft opinion
Recital B a (new)
Recital B a (new)
Ba. whereas the health of older people at any given age is improving and older people are staying healthier for longer;
Amendment 1 #
2008/2211(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Recital B
Recital B
B. whereas wireless technology (mobile phones, Wi-Fi/WiMAX, Bluetooth, DECT landline telephones) is considered to be a ‘clean’ technology, but that fact cannot be treated as proof of its harmlessness to human health,. Variance in vulnerability to the effects of electromagnetic fields due to age, health, genetics and electronsensitivity syndrome should be considered.
Amendment 5 #
2008/2211(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Recital C
Recital C
C. whereas most European citizens, especially young people aged from 10 to 20, use a mobile phone, an object serving a practical purpose and as a fashion accessory, but there are continuing uncertainties about the possible health risks, particularly to young people whose brains are still developing
Amendment 16 #
2008/2211(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 1
Paragraph 1
1. Renews its call to the Council in its above-mentioned resolution of 4 September 2008 to update its Recommendation 1999/519/EC by laying down stricter exposure limits for all devices emitting electromagnetic waves in the frequency range between 0.1 MHz and 300 GHz, taking into account the best available techniques on the market (BAT);, including reducing electromagnetic field exposure through the burial of high density wires conducting electricity underground and finding optimal locations for masts,
Amendment 19 #
2008/2211(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 2
Paragraph 2
2. Maintains that as well as, or as an alternative to, amending European standards along the above lines, the Commission, working in coordination with experts from Member States and the industries concerned (electricity companies, telephone operators and manufacturers of electrical appliances including mobile phones), should draw up a guide to available technology options serving to reduce exposure to electromagnetic waves;
Amendment 20 #
2008/2211(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 3
Paragraph 3
3. Notes that industry stakeholders can already influence certain factors, for example the distance between a given site and the transmitters, the height of the site in relation to the height of the base station, or the direction of a transmitting antenna in relation to living environments, and, indeed, should obviously do so in order to reassure, and afford better protection to, the people living close to such facilities; calls for optimal placement of masts and transmitters and further calls for the sharing of masts and transmitters placed in this way by providers so as to reduce the proliferation of poorly positioned masts and transmitters.
Amendment 29 #
2008/2211(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 5
Paragraph 5
5. Considers that, given the increasing numbers of legal actions and, for that matter, measures by public authorities having the effect of a moratorium, it is in the general interest to encourage solutions based on negotiations involving industry stakeholders, public authorities, and residents’ associations to determine the criteria for setting up new GSM antennas or high-voltage power lines, and to ensure at least that schools, crèches, rest homes, domestic homes and health care institutions are kept clear, within a reasonable distance, of facilities of this type;
Amendment 37 #
2008/2211(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 9
Paragraph 9
9. Draws attention in this context to the appeal for caution from the coordinator of the Interphone study, Elisabeth Cardis, who, in the light of existing knowledge, recommends, as far as children are concerned, that mobile and cordless phones should not be used beyond reasonable limits and that corded landlines should be preferred;
Amendment 38 #
2008/2211(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 11
Paragraph 11
11. Also suggests to the Commission, to make for efficiency in policy and budget terms, that the Community funding earmarked for studies on electromagnetic fields be switched to finance a wide- ranging awareness campaign to familiarise young Europeans with good mobile phone techniques, such as the use of hands-free kits, keeping calls short, not carrying phones on their person, switching off phones when not in use (such as when in classes) and using phones in areas that have good reception;
Amendment 88 #
2008/2208(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 8 b (new)
Paragraph 8 b (new)
8b. Recommends the establishment of a feedback portal where nanomaterial researchers from industry, academia and citizen users can share experiences, report and share findings and find out the latest information, and which will regularly review these contributions.
Amendment 9 #
2008/2171(INI)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 3
Paragraph 3
3. Is concerned at the lack of basic human rights such as freedom of expression and religious belief; calls on China to respect minority rights, e.g. those of Tibetans and Uighurs; calls on China to respect women´s and children's rights by ending forced abortion, forced sterilisation and infanticide; calls on China to abolish the death penalty and the offence of "threatening public security"; asks China to allow unrestricted internet access; while noting some progress, believes that, overall, the cause of human rights in China is not advancing;
Amendment 20 #
2008/2115(INI)
Draft opinion
Recital F
Recital F
F. whereas more attention should be paid in the EU's health strategy to long-term care, the care of persons suffering from chronic diseases, and the provision of home- based health care for the elderly and for people with physical or mental disabilities, and services for those who care for them and whereas, in this context, synergies between health services and social services should be sought,
Amendment 25 #
2008/2115(INI)
Draft opinion
Recital H
Recital H
H. whereas in many Member States the increasing demand for services in the health-care sector is creating an urgent need to take active steps to recruit and retain health-care professionals, and to provide services to support relatives and friends who provide unpaid care for dependants,
Amendment 42 #
2008/2115(INI)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 3 a (new)
Paragraph 3 a (new)
3a. Invites the Commission and the Member States, in the framework of the strategy, to provide a system of health and social services available for health-care professionals and informal carers, as support for them will lead to the provision of a higher quality of care;
Amendment 47 #
2008/2115(INI)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 4
Paragraph 4
4. Invites the Commission and the Member States further to explore, in the framework of the EU's health strategy, the synergies between scientific and technological research, particularly as regards new kinds of research in medical areas that are currently underfunded, on the one hand, and the development of new medical sectors and therapies on the other, as they can have a very positive impact on the health status of EU citizens, lowering costs and increasing the efficiency of the system, and increasing employment at EU level.
Amendment 68 #
2008/2074(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 9
Paragraph 9
9. Encourages the EU to supportfund technology and innovation and support research aimed at improving efficiency in the use of water;
Amendment 92 #
2008/2074(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 13
Paragraph 13
13. Stresses that a lot of progress towards more efficient use of water can be achieved in the agricultural sector; hopes that the Common Agricultural Policy health check will take this problem into consideration and will propose concrete actions promoting a more sustainable use of water through incentives to mobilise the best available technologies; suggests that any concrete actions promoting a more sustainable use of water should also seek to provide support for the farming and fishing industry, given the importance of their work to the EU;
Amendment 113 #
2008/2074(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 17
Paragraph 17
17. Calls on the Commission to consider financing in 2009 a pilot project intended to cover research, surveying and monitoring for the development of prevention activities to halt desertification in Europe thus preventing erosion, agriculture and biodiversity losses, increasing soil fertility and the soil's capacity to retain water as well as its abilities in carbon capture; reiterates the importance of establishing reliable and transparent data so that policy can be truly effective;
Amendment 3 #
2008/2063(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Citation 11 a (new)
Citation 11 a (new)
Amendment 4 #
2008/2063(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph -1 (new)
Paragraph -1 (new)
-1. Believes any motion on Parliament’s new role and responsibilities in implementing the Treaty of Lisbon to be premature, pending the approval thereof by the people of Ireland and by the peoples of the other constituent nations of the European Union;
Amendment 1 #
2008/2034(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Citation 9
Citation 9
– having regard to the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child 1989, and its Optional Protocol on the sale of children, child prostitution and child pornography,
Amendment 4 #
2008/2034(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Citation 26 a (new)
Citation 26 a (new)
– having regard to the findings and recommendations contained in the landmark UN Secretary-General’s Study on Violence against Children in 2006, according to which economic inequalities and social exclusion are among the risk factors for child maltreatment,
Amendment 19 #
2008/2034(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Recital E a (new)
Recital E a (new)
Ea. whereas there is a complex relationship between poverty, parenting and children’s well-being in diverse social circumstances, including the protection of children from all types of abuse,
Amendment 78 #
2008/2034(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 8 a (new)
Paragraph 8 a (new)
8a. Recognises the unequal income distribution among self-employed people and that one quarter of self-employed people live below the poverty line and, therefore, that more institutionalised support needs to be given to entrepreneurs to avoid the poverty trap;
Amendment 80 #
2008/2034(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 9
Paragraph 9
9. Highlights the importance of an holistic approach on child well-being based on a child rights centred perspective framed by the UNCRC supporting adequate incomes for families, adequate housing for children and families, accessibility of high quality health and social services and education; recognises, however, that children’s fundamental needs should take priority over Member States’ financial considerations;
Amendment 87 #
2008/2034(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 10 – point b
Paragraph 10 – point b
(b) ensuring that children grow up in families with sufficient resources to meet all aspects of their emotional, social, physical, educational and cognitive needs;
Amendment 88 #
2008/2034(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 10 – point b a (new)
Paragraph 10 – point b a (new)
(ba) recognising the vital role of the family in ensuring health and safety as well as the well-being of the child;
Amendment 95 #
2008/2034(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 11
Paragraph 11
11. Calls on the Commission to consider child poverty and social exclusion in a broader context of EU policy making including issues such as immigration, discrimination, protection of children from all forms of maltreatment and abuse, child and adult carers, gender equality, family support, active inclusion, early- years care and education, life-long learning and the reconciliation of work and non- work life;
Amendment 113 #
2008/2034(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 12
Paragraph 12
12. Urges the Member States to reduce child poverty by 50 % by 2012 as a first commitment towards the eradication of child poverty in the EU and allocate sufficient resources in order to achieve this goal;
Amendment 121 #
2008/2034(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 12 a (new)
Paragraph 12 a (new)
12a. Calls on Member States to ensure that all children and families, including those experiencing poverty and social exclusion, have access to high quality social care services which have a clear understanding of the impact of poverty on families, including the increased risks of, and impact of, child abuse and maltreatment;
Amendment 122 #
2008/2034(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 12 b (new)
Paragraph 12 b (new)
12b. Calls on Member States to ensure that child helplines are sufficiently resourced to be able to respond to every child who needs help and advice;
Amendment 132 #
2008/2034(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 14 – point i
Paragraph 14 – point i
(i) supporting personal development, family stability, social integration and inclusion before employment;
Amendment 138 #
2008/2034(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 14 – point iii
Paragraph 14 – point iii
(iii) assisting job retention by supportive measures (e.g. on-the-job training and lifelong learning opportunities) and also work arrangements that help marginalised people enter the workplace and reconcile employment with their efforts to deal with social disadvantage (e.g. lack of housing, care responsibilities or health problems);
Amendment 146 #
2008/2034(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 15
Paragraph 15
15. Considers that ‘make-work-pay’ policies should address the problem of the low-pay trap and the low-pay/no-pay cycle at the lower end of the labour market whereby individuals move between insecure, low-paid, low-quality, low- productivity jobs and unemployment and/or inactivity; stresses that higher levels and duration ofthe need for flexibility in unemployment and social benefits should be addressed as a matter of priority;);
Amendment 162 #
2008/2034(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 18
Paragraph 18
18. Welcomes the Commission’s view that statutory and complementary social security schemes, health services and social services of general interest must play a preventive and socially cohesive role, facilitate social inclusion and safeguard fundamental rights; points out the need to ensure the development of high quality, accessible and affordable long term care for those in need and support for those who provide the care;
Amendment 174 #
2008/2034(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 21
Paragraph 21
21. Highlights the importance of promoting integrated services that respond to the multidimensionality of poverty and social exclusion, e.g. the link between poverty and homelessness, violence, health and mental health, education levels, social and community integration, lack of access to information technologies and infrastructure and the widening of the ‘digital divide’;
Amendment 210 #
2008/2034(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 24 a (new)
Paragraph 24 a (new)
24a. Calls on the Commission to support a meaningful and safe participation of children in all matters affecting them, ensuring that all children have an equal opportunity to be involved;
Amendment 2 #
2008/2026(BUD)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 7 a (new)
Paragraph 7 a (new)
Amendment 10 #
2008/2026(BUD)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 17 a (new)
Paragraph 17 a (new)
17a. Proposes a pilot project aimed at training those who work with children with disabilities, in order to promote a better awareness of disability issues and to combat discrimination; furthermore, suggests that future projects retrain those individuals currently working in large scale institutions so as to equip them for work in new community-based services.
Amendment 144 #
2008/0216(CNS)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 27 – paragraph 1
Article 27 – paragraph 1
Amendment 145 #
2008/0216(CNS)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 27 – paragraph 2
Article 27 – paragraph 2
Amendment 171 #
2008/0216(CNS)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 47
Article 47
Amendment 56 #
2008/0193(COD)
Proposal for a directive – amending act
Article 1 – point 3 − point d a
Article 1 – point 3 − point d a
Directive 92/85/EEC
Article 11 – point 5 a (new)
Article 11 – point 5 a (new)
(da) The following point is added: "(5a) Member States shall take the measures to ensure that employers provide sufficient breaks and appropriate accommodations for workers that have returned from maternity leave and wish to continue breastfeeding."
Amendment 60 #
2008/0142(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Recital 3
Recital 3
(3) This Directive respects the fundamental rights and observes the general principles of law as recognised in particular by the Charter of Fundamental Rights of the European Union. The right of access to healthcare and the right to benefit from medical treatment under conditions established by national law and practices are recognised by Article 35 of the Charter of Fundamental Rights of the European Union. Specifically, this Directive has to be implemented and applied with due respect for the rights to private and family life, protection of personal data, equality before the law and the principle of non- discrimination, the fundamental ethical choices of Member States and the right to an effective remedy and to a fair trial, in accordance with the general principles of law, as enshrined in Articles 7, 8, 20, 21, 47 of the Charter.
Amendment 65 #
2008/0142(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Recital 5 a (new)
Recital 5 a (new)
(5a) This Directive respects and does not prejudice the freedom of each Member State to decide what type of healthcare it considers appropriate. No provision of this Directive should be interpreted in such a way as to undermine the fundamental ethical choices of Member States, in particular as regards the protection of the right to life of every human being.
Amendment 84 #
2008/0142(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Recital 10
Recital 10
(10) For the purpose of this Directive, the concept of "cross-border healthcare" covers the following modes of supply of healthcare: - Use of healthcare abroad (i.e.: a patient moving to a healthcare provider in another Member State for treatment); this is what is referred to as 'patient mobility'; - Cross-border provision of healthcare (i.e.: delivery of service from the territory of one Member State into the territory of another); such as telemedicine services, remote diagnosis and prescription, laboratory services; - Permanent presence of a healthcare provider (i.e.: establishment of a healthcare provider in another Member State); and, - Temporary presence of persons (i.e.: mobility of health professionals, for example moving temporarily to the Member State of the patient to provide services). - Medical Emergency Services, which are handling the calls to the European emergency number 112 and treat victims of accidents and mass emergencies, especially in border areas.
Amendment 87 #
2008/0142(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Recital 11
Recital 11
(11) As recognised by the Member States in the Council Conclusions on Common values and principles in European Union Health Systems there is a set of operating principles that are shared by health systems throughout the Community. These operating principles include quality, safety, care that is based on evidence and ethics, patient involvement, redress, the fundamental right to privacy with respect to the processing of personal data, and confidentiality. Patients, professionals and authorities responsible for health systems must be able to rely on these shared principles being respected and structures provided for their implementation throughout the Community. It is therefore appropriate to require that it is the authorities of the Member State on whose territory the healthcare is provided, who are responsible for ensuring compliance with those operating principles. This is necessary to ensure the confidence of patients in cross-border healthcare, which is itself necessary for achieving patients' mobility and free movement of provision of healthcare in the internal market as well as a high level of health protection. In view of these common values it is nevertheless accepted that Member States take different decisions on ethical grounds as regards the availability of certain treatments and the concrete access conditions. This Directive is without prejudice to ethical diversity. It does not impose on Member States to make treatments and services accessible their territory or to reimburse costs for those treatments (received in another Member State) which are not allowed under national laws, regulations and codes of conduct of the medical professions.
Amendment 96 #
2008/0142(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Recital 12
Recital 12
(12) Given that it is impossible to know in advance whether a given healthcare provider will supply healthcare to a patient coming from another Member State or a patient from their own Member State, it is necessary that the requirements to ensure that healthcare is provided according to common principles and clear quality and safety standards are applicable to all type of healthcare in order to ensure the freedom to provide and obtain cross border healthcare which is the aim of the directive. Member States' authorities have to respect the shared overarching values of universality, access to good quality care, equity and solidarity, which have been already widely recognised by the Community institutions and by all the Member States as constituting a set of values that are shared by health systems across Europe. Members States also have to ensure that these values are respected with regard to patients and citizens from other Member States, and that all patients are treated equitably on the basis of their healthcare need rather than their Member State of social security affiliation. In doing so, Member States must respect the principles of freedom of movement within the internal market, non-discrimination inter alia with regard to nationality (or in the case of legal persons, with regard to the Member State in which they are established), necessity and proportionality of any restrictions on free movement. However, nothing in this Directive requires healthcare providers to accept for planned treatment or to prioritise patients from other Member States to the detriment of other patients with similar health needs, such as through increasing waiting time for treatment. Nevertheless special provision should be made for victims of accidents and mass emergencies requiring emergency medical treatment.
Amendment 216 #
2008/0142(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 2 - subparagraph 1 a (new)
Article 2 - subparagraph 1 a (new)
This Directive is without prejudice to the right of Member States to set medical- ethical criteria to healthcare which is provided within or from their territory.
Amendment 254 #
2008/0142(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 4 - point (a)
Article 4 - point (a)
(a) "healthcare" means a health service provided by or under the supervision of a health professional in exercise of his profession, and regardless of the ways in which it is organised, delivered and financed at national level or whether it is public or privateor whether it is administered under normal conditions or in emergencies;
Amendment 265 #
2008/0142(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 4 - point (d)
Article 4 - point (d)
(d) "health professional" means a doctor of medicine or a nurse responsible for general care or a dental practitioner or a midwife or a pharmacist within the meaning of Directive 2005/36/EC or paramedic personnel or another professional exercising activities in the healthcare sector which are restricted to a regulated profession as defined in Article 3(1)(a) of Directive 2005/36/EC;
Amendment 324 #
2008/0142(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 5 – paragraph 1 – point a
Article 5 – paragraph 1 – point a
(a) mechanisms, which deliver high- quality systematic education and training for healthcare professionals, are in place forto ensuringe that healthcare providers are able to meet such standards, taking into account international medical science and generally recognised good medical practices;
Amendment 326 #
2008/0142(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 5 – paragraph 1 – point a
Article 5 – paragraph 1 – point a
(a) mechanisms are in place for ensuring that healthcare providers and medical emergency services are able to meet such standards, taking into account international medical science and generally recognised good medical practices;
Amendment 373 #
2008/0142(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 5 – paragraph 3
Article 5 – paragraph 3
3. In so far as it is necessary to facilitate the provision of cross-border healthcare and cross-border emergency medical services and taking as a basis a high level of protection of health, the Commission, in cooperation with the Member States, shall develop guidelines to facilitate the implementation of paragraph 1.
Amendment 385 #
2008/0142(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 6 – paragraph 1
Article 6 – paragraph 1
1. Subject to the provisions of this Directive, in particular Articles 7, 8 and 9, the Member State of affiliation shall ensure that insured persons travelling to another Member State with the purpose of receiving healthcare there or seeking to receive healthcare provided in another Member State, will not be prevented from receiving healthcare provided in another Member State where the treatment in question is among the benefits provided for by the legislation, including administrative regulations, guidelines and codes of conduct of the medical professions, of the Member State of affiliation to which the insured person is entitled. The Member State of affiliation shall reimburse the costs to the insured person, which would have been paid for by its statutory social security system had the same or similar healthcare been provided in its territory. Healthcare can only be considered as being similar if it does not contravene the laws, regulations and codes of conduct of the medical professions of the Member State of affiliation. In any event, it is for the Member State of affiliation to determine the healthcare that is paid for regardless of where it is provided.
Amendment 413 #
2008/0142(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 6 – paragraph 3
Article 6 – paragraph 3
3. The Member State of affiliation may impose on a patient seeking healthcare provided in another Member State, the same conditions, criteria of eligibility and regulatory and administrative formalities including codes of conduct of the medical professions for receiving healthcare and reimbursement of healthcare costs as it would impose if the same or similar healthcare was provided in its territory, in so far as they are neitherot discriminatory nor an obstacle to freedom of movement of persons.
Amendment 429 #
2008/0142(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 6 – paragraph 5 a (new)
Article 6 – paragraph 5 a (new)
5a. Special provisions should be made for the provision of high-quality emergency medical care to EU citizens, victims of accidents and mass emergencies in another Member State.
Amendment 439 #
2008/0142(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 7 – paragraph 1 a (new)
Article 7 – paragraph 1 a (new)
Non-hospital care should include alternative treatments when authorised in the Member State of affiliation.
Amendment 655 #
2008/0142(COD)
Article 15 - paragraph 2 - point f a (new)
(fa) to provide plans and procedures for the upgrading of specialised healthcare resources in case of major accidents or mass emergencies, especially in border areas.
Amendment 29 #
2008/0140(CNS)
Proposal for a directive
Recital 9 a (new)
Recital 9 a (new)
(9a) Effective non-discriminatory access can be provided by a variety of means, including through 'design for all' and through facilitating the use of assistive devices by persons with disabilities, including aids to mobility and access, such as recognised guide dogs and other assistance dogs.
Amendment 85 #
2008/0140(CNS)
Proposal for a directive
Article 4 - paragraph 1 - point a
Article 4 - paragraph 1 - point a
(a) The measures necessary to enable persons with disabilities to have effective non-discriminatory access to social protection, social advantages, health care, education and access to and supply of goods and services which are available to the public, including housing and transport, shall be provided by anticipation, including through appropriate modifications or adjustments. Such measures should not impose a disproportionate burden, nor require fundamental alteration of the social protection, social advantages, health care, education, or, telecommunication and electronic communications, information including information provided in accessible formats, financial services, culture and leisure, buildings open to the public, transport modes and other public spaces and facilities, shall be provided by anticipation, including through appropriate modifications or adjustments. Where discrimination arises from practice, policy or procedure, measures need to be taken so that it no longer has that effect. Such measures should not impose a disproportionate burden, nor require fundamental alterations to the nature of the goods, services, trade, profession or business in question. An alteration is fundamental if it alters the goods andor services in question or require the provision of alternatives theretoor the nature of the trade, profession or business to the extent that the provider of the goods or services is effectively providing a completely different kind of goods or services.
Amendment 90 #
2008/0140(CNS)
Proposal for a directive
Article 4 - paragraph 1 - point b a(new)
Article 4 - paragraph 1 - point b a(new)
(ba) For the purposes of paragraph 1, effective non-discriminatory access involves the identification and elimination of obstacles and barriers, whether attitudinal or environmental, and the prevention of new obstacles and barriers that hamper the access of persons with disabilities to goods, services and facilities available to the general public, irrespective of the nature of the obstacle, barrier or disability. Subject to the provisions of this Directive, and regardless of the measures chosen to remove the obstacles or barriers, effective non-discriminatory access for persons with disabilities must be provided under the same terms and conditions as for persons without disabilities wherever possible, and the use of assistive devices by persons with disabilities facilitated, including aids to mobility and access, such as recognised guide dogs and other assistance dogs wherever necessary. Where effective non-discriminatory access cannot be provided under the same terms and conditions, and subject to the provisions of this Directive, a meaningful alternative to ensure access must be provided.
Amendment 93 #
2008/0140(CNS)
Proposal for a directive
Article 4 - paragraph 3
Article 4 - paragraph 3
3. This Directive shall be without prejudice to the provisions of Community law or national rules covering the accessibility of particular goods or services. However, wherever possible, Member States shall take measures to encourage providers of services and goods, in particular manufactured goods, to design accessible solutions, for instance through public procurement practices. Accessible products and services are those designed so that they can be used by all users.
Amendment 97 #
2008/0140(CNS)
Proposal for a directive
Article 9 a (new)
Article 9 a (new)
Article 9a Assessment of alleged discrimination 1. Where an individual alleges that he or she has been the victim of multiple discrimination on the grounds of two or more of the characteristics referred to in Article 13 of the EC Treaty, the judicial or administrative authority shall compare the individual alleging discrimination with an individual who possesses none of the characteristics covered by Article 13 of the EC Treaty which the complainant alleges motivated the discrimination. This provision applies to instances of alleged direct and indirect discrimination. 2. Harassment and an instruction to discriminate which is motivated by two or more of the characteristics covered by Article 13 of the EC Treaty shall be regarded as discrimination and fall under the scope of this Directive.
Amendment 8 #
2008/0138(CNS)
Proposal for a regulation – amending act
Recital 4
Recital 4
(4) It is, therefore, appropriate to extend for one more year the deadline for the derogation set out inrepeal Article 2(5) of Regulation (EC) No 639/2004.
Amendment 14 #
2008/0138(CNS)
Proposal for a regulation – amending act
Article 1
Article 1
Regulation (EC) No 639/2004)
Article 2 − point 5
Article 2 − point 5
Amendment 155 #
2008/0028(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 23
Recital 23
Amendment 182 #
2008/0028(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 37
Recital 37
(37) To appeal to the average consumer and to serve the informative purpose for which it is introduced, and given the current level of knowledge on the subject of nutrition, the information provided should be simple and easily understood. Research has indicatedshown that consumers find thewant information on four key nutrients in the principal field of view or ‘front of pack’ isas they find this information useful when making purchasing decisions. Therefore, to ensure that consumers can readily see the essential nutrition information when purchasing foods such information should be in the principal field of viewhis limited amount of nutrition information should be mandatory on the front of the pack and should be accompanied by a more complete mandatory nutrition declaration on the back of the labelpack.
Amendment 191 #
2008/0028(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 39
Recital 39
(39) The nutrition declaration in the principal field of view of the amounts of nutritional elements and comparative indicators in an easily recognisable form to enable an assessment of the nutritional properties of a food should be considered in its entirety as part of the nutrition declaration and not be treated as a group of individual claims.
Amendment 269 #
2008/0028(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 8 – paragraph 4 a (new)
Article 8 – paragraph 4 a (new)
4a. Food business operators responsible for retail or distribution activities which do not affect food information shall not modify the food information on the package or on the label attached thereto.
Amendment 274 #
2008/0028(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 8 – paragraph 5
Article 8 – paragraph 5
5. Food business operators within the business under their control shall ensure that information relating to non-prepacked food shall be transmitted to the operator receiving the food in order to enable, where appropriate, the provision of the mandatory food information specified in Article 9(1) points (a) to (cd), (f) and (fi) to the final consumer.
Amendment 292 #
2008/0028(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 9 – paragraph 1 – point i
Article 9 – paragraph 1 – point i
(i) the country of origin or place of provenance where failure to indicate this might mislead the consumer to a material degree as to the true country of origin or place of provenance of the food, in particular if the information accompanying the food or the label as a whole would otherwise imply that the food has a different country of origin or place of provenance; in such cases the indication shall be in accordance with the rules laid down in Article 35(3) and (4) and those established in accordance with Article 35(5)the country of origin or place of provenance of foods consisting of a single ingredient and of the significant ingredient and the characterising ingredient(s) in multi-ingredient food products;
Amendment 308 #
2008/0028(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 9 – paragraph 3
Article 9 – paragraph 3
Amendment 325 #
2008/0028(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 13 – paragraph 3
Article 13 – paragraph 3
Amendment 370 #
2008/0028(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 15 – point (b)
Article 15 – point (b)
Amendment 382 #
2008/0028(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 17 – paragraph 1
Article 17 – paragraph 1
1. In the case of glass bottles intended for reuse which are indelibly marked and which therefore bear no label, ring or collar only the particulars listed in Article 9(1) (a), (b), (c), (ed), (f), (g) and (l) shall be mandatory.
Amendment 440 #
2008/0028(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 29 – paragraph 1
Article 29 – paragraph 1
1. (a) The nutrition declaration shall include the followingin the principle field of vision (hereinafter referred to as ‘mandatoryfront of pack nutrition declarinformation’): (a) energy value; (b) shall include: the amounts of fat, saturates, carbohydrates with specific reference to sugars, and salt. sugars and salt 1. (b) In addition to the nutrients listed as ‘front of pack nutrition information’, the mandatory nutrition declaration on the back of the package (hereinafter referred to as ‘back of pack nutrition declaration’) shall include the amounts of the following: (a) energy value; (b) protein; (c) carbohydrates (e) fibre; (h) trans fats. This paragraph shall not apply to wine as defined in Council Regulation (EC) No 1493/1999, beer, and spirits as defined in Article 2(1) of Regulation (EC) No. […] of […] of the European Parliament and the Council on the definitions, description, presentation, labelling and the protection of geographical indications of spirit drinks and repealing Council Regulation (EEC) No 1576/89. The Commission shall produce a report [five years of the entry into force of this Regulation] concerning the application of this paragraph on these products and may accompany this report by specific measures determining the rules for a mandatory nutrition declaration for these products. Those measures designed to amend non-essential elements of this Regulation, by supplementing it shall be adopted in accordance with the regulatory procedure with scrutiny referred to in Article 49(3).
Amendment 477 #
2008/0028(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 29 – paragraph 2
Article 29 – paragraph 2
2. The nutrition declaration may also include the amounts of one or more of the following: (a) trans fats; (b) mono-unsaturates; (c(b) polyunsaturates; (dc) polyols; (ed) starch; (f) fibre; (g) protein; (he) any of the minerals or vitamins listed in point 1 of Part A of Annex XI, and present in significant amounts as defined in point 2 of Part A of Annex XI.
Amendment 488 #
2008/0028(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 30 – paragraph 2
Article 30 – paragraph 2
2. Conversion factors ofor the vitamins and minerals mentioned in point 1 of Part A of Annex XI, in order to calculate more precisely their content in foods, mayshall be set and included in Annex XII by the Commission. Those measures, designated to amend non-essential elements of this Regulation by supplementing it shall be adopted, in accordance with the regulatory procedure with scrutiny referred to in Article 49(3).
Amendment 497 #
2008/0028(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 31 – paragraph 2
Article 31 – paragraph 2
2. The amount of energy and nutrients referred to in paragraph 1 shall be expressed per 100 g or per 100 ml or,and per portion. If appropriate the amount per portion shall be expressed subject to Article 32(2) and (3), per portion.
Amendment 523 #
2008/0028(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 31 – paragraph 4
Article 31 – paragraph 4
4. The declaration of polyols and/or starch and the declaration of type of fatty acids, other than the mandatory declaration of saturates and trans fats referred to in Article 29(1)(b), shall be presented in accordance with Annex XIII Part B.
Amendment 529 #
2008/0028(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 32
Article 32
1. In addition to the nutrition declaration per 100g or per 100ml referred to in Article 31(2), the information mayshall be expressed per portion as quantified on the label, provided thatwith the number of portions contained in the package is stndicated. 23. The nutrition declaration may be expressedion on a per portion basis alone if the food is prepacked as an individual portion. 3. The expression on a per portion basis aloneferred to in paragraph 1 for foods presented in packages containing multiple portions of the food, that have not been prepacked as individual portions, shall be established by the Commission. Those measures designed to amend non-essential elements of this Regulation by supplementing it shall be adopted, in accordance with the regulatory procedure with scrutiny referred to in Article 49(3).
Amendment 544 #
2008/0028(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 34 – paragraphs 1-3
Article 34 – paragraphs 1-3
1. The particulars referred to Article 31(2) related to the mandatory nutrition declaration29 (1)(a) shall be included in the principal field of vision. They shall be presented, where appropriate, together in a clear format in the following order: energysugars, fat, saturates, carbohydrates with specific reference to sugars, and salt. 2. The nutrition declaration in relation to the nutrients referred to in Article 29(1)(b) and 29(2) shall appear together in on, on the back of the placek and, as appropriate, in the order of presentation provided in Part C of Annex XIII. When tThis nutrition declaration does not appear in the principal field of vision, it shall be presented in tabular form, with the numbers aligned if space permits. Where space does not permit, the declaration shall appear in linear form. 3. If the mandatory nutrition declaration appears together with the declaration on nutrients referred to in Article 29(2), the order of presentation of the energy and nutrients included in the declaration shall be, as appropriate, in the order provided in Part C of Annex XIII.
Amendment 587 #
2008/0028(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Chapter V - Title
Chapter V - Title
Chapter V Chapter V Voluntary Food Information Origin Food Labelling
Amendment 599 #
2008/0028(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 35 - paragraph 2
Article 35 - paragraph 2
2. Without prejudice to labelling in accordance with specific Community legislation and in addition to the requirements of Article 9(1)(i), paragraphs 3 and 4 shall apply where information on the country of origin or the place of provenance of a food is voluntarily indicated to inform consumers that a food originates or comes from the European Community or a given country orf place.
Amendment 600 #
2008/0028(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 35 – paragraphs 1-4
Article 35 – paragraphs 1-4
1. Where food information covered by this Regulation is provided on a voluntary basis, such information shall comply with the relevant specific requirements laid down in this Regulation. 2. Without prejudice to labelling in accordance with specific Community legislation, paragraphs 3 and 4 shall apply where indication of the country of origin or the place of provenance of a food is voluntarily indicatedmandatory to inform consumers that a food originates or comes from the European Community (member state) or a given country or place. 3. Where the country of origin or the place of provenance of the food is not the same as the one of its primary ingredient(s), the country of origin or place of provenance of those ingredient(s) shall also be given. 4. ForA primary ingredient shall be an ingredient which constitutes 50% or more of the food. 4. For poultry and meat, other than beef and veal, the indication on the country of origin or place of provenance mayshall be given as a singlthe place only where animals have been born, reared and slaugh/or fatterned, in the same country or place. In other cases information on.e. not the place of breeding, slaughter, processing or packing. Alternatively, each of the different places of birth, rearing and slaughter, breeding, slaughter, processing and packing shall be given.
Amendment 622 #
2008/0028(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 39 – paragraph 1
Article 39 – paragraph 1
Member States may adopt measures derogating from Article 9(1) and Article 10(2) in the case of milk and milk products, fermented milk and cream, to which no ingredient other than lactic product and micro-organism cultures essential to manufacture, have been added, presented in grlass bottles intended for reuse.
Amendment 346 #
2008/0013(COD)
Proposal for a directive – amending act
Article 1 - Point 7
Article 1 - Point 7
Directive 2003/87/EC
Article 10 - paragraph 3 a (new)
Article 10 - paragraph 3 a (new)
Amendment 503 #
2008/0013(COD)
Proposal for a directive – amending act
Article 1 – point 8
Article 1 – point 8
Directive 2003/87/EC
Article 10a – paragraph 6a (new)
Article 10a – paragraph 6a (new)
Amendment 15 #
2008/0000(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Recital D
Recital D
D. whereas population ageing is changing disease patterns, thus increasing the need for formal and informal health and care provision and putting pressure on the sustainability of health systems,
Amendment 66 #
2008/0000(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 7
Paragraph 7
7. Believes that disease prevention efforts should be stepped up significantly and agrees that spending on health is not only a cost, but also an investment; believes that access to high quality and affordable treatment and care should be available to all those who need it;
Amendment 80 #
2008/0000(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 8 a (new)
Paragraph 8 a (new)
8a. Also acknowledges the vital role of carers in health and healthcare provision and therefore requests that attention be given to policies which support carers and protect their health alongside the health of those who they care for;
Amendment 92 #
2008/0000(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 11 a (new)
Paragraph 11 a (new)
11a. Furthermore, requests that priority be given to ensuring that persons with disabilities are given equal access to health care and that funding is granted to reflect this focus;
Amendment 98 #
2008/0000(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 12
Paragraph 12
12. Believes that action to promote healthy lifestyles in families, schools, workplaces and places of leisure is essential to successful disease prevention, recognising that the family is of vital importance in establishing a 'healthy lifestyle' model which is often replicated in later life;
Amendment 109 #
2008/0000(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 15
Paragraph 15
15. Calls on the Commission to support the development of e-health and asks it to consider funding emerging health concerns, such as mental health, male health, auto-immunity and infertility;
Amendment 114 #
2008/0000(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 16
Paragraph 16
16. Welcomes the Commission’s proposal to set up an EC-level structured cooperation mechanism and to establish closer cooperation with stakeholders, with the participation of civil society; stresses the need to include employers’ and employees’ organisations as well as representative health and care advocacy organisations in partnership;
Amendment 73 #
2007/2290(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 11
Paragraph 11
11. Draws attention to the existing discrimination against vulnerable groups in the labour market, notably immigrants, low-skilled workers, single parents, women having children and people taking a leave from work to care for an elderly, ill or disabled family member, which leads to lower employment rates and lower wages and therefore fewer opportunities for these groups to built up adequate pensions; insists on the need to provide equal opportunities for all;
Amendment 85 #
2007/2290(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 13
Paragraph 13
13. Calls upon the Member States to take serious account of the need to redesign traditional pension systems which are based on systematic risk assessments and the assumption of a typical, standard life course, given that the assumes standard life course is changing rapidly and so-called patchwork biographies will become more and more common, leading to the new social risk of increasing unpredictability for many individuals and for vulnerable groups in particular, especially immigrants, low-skilled workers, and single parents, women having children, and people taking a leave from work to care for an elderly, ill or disabled family member;
Amendment 92 #
2007/2290(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 14
Paragraph 14
14. Observes that it is predominantly women who take care of children as well as an elderly, ill or disabled member of the family, voluntarily or involuntarily under the pressure of cultural attitudes and social norms or of the poor quality or lack of childcare facilities and other care facilities stresses the need to compensate women and carers and to provide them with real choices as regards having children and taking care of an elderly, ill or disabled family member, without fearing possible financial disadvantages or suffering detriment to their career progression; welcomes action by Member States to compensation this;
Amendment 10 #
2007/2285(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Recital A
Recital A
A. whereas overweight and obesity are becoming a growing epidemic and are a major contributors to the leading causes of mortality and morbidity in Europe,
Amendment 20 #
2007/2285(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Recital D
Recital D
D. whereas European citizens and increasingly so children are living in an ‘obesogenic’ environment in which the intake of energy-dense products and sedentary lifestyles have raised the risk of obesity, taking into account the currently prominent presence of food-related illnesses, be they physical or psychological, especially affecting the younger part of the population,
Amendment 38 #
2007/2285(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Recital G a (new)
Recital G a (new)
Amendment 40 #
2007/2285(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Recital H
Recital H
H. considering the social dimension of the problem and in particular that the highest incidence rates of overweight and obesity are registered in lower socio-economic groups, since economically disadvantaged people cannot afford fresh food products and consequently consume more "junk" foods which contain monosodium glutamate (MSG); noting with concern that obesity might deepen these health and socio-economic inequalities,
Amendment 54 #
2007/2285(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Recital J a (new)
Recital J a (new)
Ja. considering the importance of reinstating the family dinner which would ensure that the food consumed is healthier since it is home made and the members of the family are taking their time in consuming as well as savouring the food which is more likely to lead to satisfaction, thus preventing over- consumption,
Amendment 71 #
2007/2285(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 1
Paragraph 1
1. Welcomes the White Paper on nNutrition as a starting point to stem the rise in obesity and thus the number of diet- related chronic diseases, such as cardiovascular diseases, including heart disease and stroke, cancer and diabetes, in Europe;
Amendment 137 #
2007/2285(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 10
Paragraph 10
10. Invites the Commission and all actors to set as a priority the fight against obesity from the early stages of life, bearing in mind that eating habits established in childhood often endure after many years;
Amendment 144 #
2007/2285(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 11
Paragraph 11
11. Calls for information campaigns to raise awareness among pregnant women about the importance of a balanced diet and about the importance of exclusive breastfeeding for a minimum of six months, bearing in mind that infant formulas usually have one or more forms of "hidden" MSGs; recalls that babies breastfed for nine months show an overall reduction of risk of becoming overweight of 31%;
Amendment 167 #
2007/2285(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 14
Paragraph 14
14. Further, asks Member States, local entities and school authorities to monitor and to improve the quality and nutritional standards of school meals and to review portion sizes; asks for a total ban on the sale of foods and beverages high in fat, salt or sugar in schools; advocates instead making fresh fruit and vegetables available in vending machines; invites the Member States to ensure that more hoursat least three hours per week of school timetables are devoted to physical activities and to provide plans for the construction of new public sports facilities, taking into account the importance of preventing the increasing number of privatisations of sports facilities;
Amendment 199 #
2007/2285(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 16
Paragraph 16
16. Welcomes the reform of the COM allowing the production of more fruit and vegetables to be served in schools, provided that the quality and chemical safety of these products is controlled; calls for more support for organic production, taking into account the importance of carefully monitoring the presence of MSGs and including them in the labelling of food;
Amendment 223 #
2007/2285(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 19
Paragraph 19
19. Calls for an EU-wide ban on trans-fatty acids and urges EU Member States to follow good practices in controlling the content of substances in food (e.g. salt content); the goal should be to reformulate foods and innovate products; nevertheless points out that special exemptions should be provided for PDO (pProtected dDesignation of oOrigin) and PGI (pProtected gGeographical iIndication) and traditional products in order to preserve original recipes;
Amendment 254 #
2007/2285(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 22
Paragraph 22
22. Asks the Commission to accelerate the revision of Council Directive 90/496/ EEC of 24 September 1990 on nutrition labelling for foodstuffs1, taking care that labelling is meaningful and easily understandable to the consumer; furthermore, the prominent role of allergy and addiction influencing the individual’s food consumption and thus the importance of an individualisation of diet should be emphasised;
Amendment 292 #
2007/2285(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 26
Paragraph 26
26. Calls for the institution of an ad hoc observatory on advertising in the media directed at children, taking into account that this should be a neutral body which is not tied to the advertising sector;
Amendment 305 #
2007/2285(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 27
Paragraph 27
27. Acknowledges that general practithealth professionerals should be made aware of their essential role in the early identification of people at risk of overweight and cardiovascular diseases and the fact that they should be the main actors within a collaborative care in the fight against the obesity epidemic and non-communicable diseases; considers moreover that the EU should invest in education providing scientifically-sound information on behavioural support and training for dieticians and nutritionists, and provide increased financial support to enable health professionals to dedicate more time to prevention;
Amendment 317 #
2007/2285(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 28
Paragraph 28
28. Is convinced of the need for full recognition of the qualification of medical professionals as ‘"clinical dieticians’" as well as ‘"nutritionists’"; urges Member States to promote their presence at school and in all work places of these kinds of doctors, thus making them easily accessible to the public;
Amendment 325 #
2007/2285(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 29
Paragraph 29
29. Calls on the Commission to promote best medical practices, for example through the EU Health Forum, as well as information campaigns on obesity- related risks and abdominal obesity in particular; urges the Commission to provide information about the dangers of home diets, especially if they involve the use of anti-obesity drugs taken without medical prescription or authorisation;
Amendment 332 #
2007/2285(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 29 a (new)
Paragraph 29 a (new)
29b. Calls on the European Parliament and the Commission to fund basic research investigating the links between obesity and chronic diseases such as cancer and also studies comparing and evaluating different interventions; epidemiological research needs to be undertaken in order to identify the factors which are most associated with the increases in obesity prevalence, and, together with intervention studies and psychological research, those factors that might give leverage for change should be identified;
Amendment 92 #
2007/2124(REG)
Parliament's Rules of Procedure
Rule 30 a (new)
Rule 30 a (new)
Rule 30a Intergroups Individual members may form Intergroups, which can play an important informal role in promoting exchanges of views on specific issues across different political groups, drawing on Members of different parliamentary committees, and promoting contact between Members and civil society. Intergroups may not engage in any activities which might result in confusion with the official activities of Parliament or of its bodies. Provided that the conditions laid down in the Rules governing the establishment of Intergroups, as adopted by the Bureau, are respected, the political groups shall facilitate the activities of the Intergroups by providing them with logistical support.
Amendment 52 #
2007/0300(CNS)
Proposal for a decision
Annex – paragraph following Guideline 17 – indent 1
Annex – paragraph following Guideline 17 – indent 1
- attract and retain more people in employment, by facilitating reconciliation of work and family life, increase labour supply and modernise social protection systems,
Amendment 60 #
2007/0300(CNS)
Proposal for a decision
Annex - paragraph following Guideline 17 - indent 3 a (new)
Annex - paragraph following Guideline 17 - indent 3 a (new)
- facilitate quality employment for those who re-enter the workforce.
Amendment 61 #
2007/0300(CNS)
Proposal for a decision
Annex - paragraph following Guideline 17 - indent 3 b (new)
Annex - paragraph following Guideline 17 - indent 3 b (new)
- ensure flexible working conditions for those workers who combine the responsibilities of paid employment with unpaid care for relatives.
Amendment 69 #
2007/0300(CNS)
Proposal for a decision
Annex – Section 1 – paragraph 2
Annex – Section 1 – paragraph 2
The right conditions must be put in place to facilitate progress in employment, whether it is first time entry, a move back to employment after a break or the wish to prolong working lives. The quality of jobs, including pay and benefits, working conditions access to lifelong learning and career prospects, are crucial for a flexicurity approach, as are support and incentives stemming from social protection systems. To enhance a life cycle approach to work and to promote reconciliation between work and family life policies towards childcare and eldercare provisions are necessary. In addition, against the backdrop of an ageing population, the increasing need for long-term care and the declining family care potential (due to the increasing number of women entering the labour market), the foundation of care provision should be safeguarded. Unpaid care provided by relatives, friends and neighbours accounts for the majority of care provided. This should be safeguarded by putting in place provisions enabling carers to combine work and family life.
Amendment 74 #
2007/0300(CNS)
Proposal for a decision
Annex – Section 1 – Guideline 18 – indent 1 a (new)
Annex – Section 1 – Guideline 18 – indent 1 a (new)
- ensure that people combining work and care are not penalised later in life as regards pensions and social security benefits,
Amendment 84 #
2007/0300(CNS)
Proposal for a decision
Annex − Section 1 –Guideline 18 − indent 5
Annex − Section 1 –Guideline 18 − indent 5
- modern social protection systems, including pensions and healthcare, ensuring their social adequacy, financial sustainability and responsiveness to changing needs, including the increasing need for long-term care, which, in the vast majority of cases, is provided by relatives, neighbours and friends, so as to support participation and better retention in employment and longer working lives.
Amendment 98 #
2007/0300(CNS)
Proposal for a decision
Annex – Section 1 – Guideline 20 – indent 4 a (new)
Annex – Section 1 – Guideline 20 – indent 4 a (new)
- prevention of the brain drain from peripheral regions or Member States through regional economic, social and structural investment;
Amendment 142 #
2007/0300(CNS)
Proposal for a decision
Annex – Section 2 – Guideline 21 – indent 5 a (new)
Annex – Section 2 – Guideline 21 – indent 5 a (new)
- including adequate provisions for family structures.
Amendment 400 #
2007/0286(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Annex I – point 5.3. – point e
Annex I – point 5.3. – point e
Amendment 67 #
2007/0278(COD)
Proposal for a decision
Recital 11
Recital 11
(11) In their National Action Plans for Social Inclusion, several countries highlight the high poverty and/or exclusion risk faced by some particular groups, including children, lone parents, the elderly, migrants and ethnic minorities, disabled people and their carers, the homeless, prisoners, women and children who are victims of violence, and severe substance abusers.
Amendment 80 #
2007/0278(COD)
Proposal for a decision
Article 2 – paragraph 1 – point a
Article 2 – paragraph 1 – point a
(a) Recognition — Recognising the right of people in a situation of poverty and social exclusion to live in dignity and to play a full part in society. The European Year shall help in acknowledging the situation of people experiencing poverty and promoting their effective access to social, economic and cultural rights as well as to resources and serviadequate services and financial resources and shall help in combating stereotypes and stigmatisation;
Amendment 107 #
2007/0278(COD)
Proposal for a decision
Annex – part I – paragraph 1
Annex – part I – paragraph 1
Organisation of meetings and events at Community level, intended to raise the awareness about issues related to the European Year and about poverty and social exclusion and to provide for a forum of exchange of ideas. They will gather relevant stakeholders and will be planned together with people experiencing poverty and civil society organisations representing them, to provide a good opportunity to address policy gaps and every day problems, which include social upgrading and family support.
Amendment 116 #
2007/0278(COD)
• child poverty andincluding the intergenerational transmission of poverty as well as the poverty experienced by children in institutions;
Amendment 118 #
2007/0278(COD)
• an inclusive labour market, with flexible and secure jobs;
Amendment 126 #
2007/0278(COD)
• addressing the needs of disabled people and those who care for them without compensation as well as of other vulnerable groups.
Amendment 221 #
2006/0136(COD)
Recital 28 a (new)
(28a) Imported food should be subject to the same standards with regard to plant protection and should not be treated with substances that have not been approved in accordance with the provisions of this Regulation.
Amendment 285 #
2006/0136(COD)
Article 54– paragraph 3 a (new)
3a. Research and development should take into account the needs and experiences of agricultural stakeholders such as farmers as they have a significant contribution to make regarding maximising crop outputs and day-to-day implementation of plant protection practices.
Amendment 20 #
2006/0132(COD)
Recital 9 a (new)
(9a) Imported food should be subject to the same standards with regard to plant protection and should not be treated with substances that have not been approved in accordance with the provisions of this Directive.