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European Parliament @europarl.europa.eu · 18h
Did you know that 1 in 5 Europeans are at risk of poverty or social exclusion? Today, on the International Day for the Eradication of Poverty, we're highlighting the EU Anti-Poverty Strategy, which aims to tackle poverty through better access to housing, jobs and support for children.
Infographic showing the percentage of people at risk of poverty or social exclusion in each EU country. Bulgaria has the highest rate at 29%, followed by Greece (28%), Romania (27%), Lithuania and Spain (26%), Latvia (25%), Italy (23%) and Estonia (22%). Germany, France and Croatia are at 21%, equal to the EU average, followed by Hungary (20%). Austria, Ireland, Malta, Portugal and Sweden are at 19%; Luxembourg and Denmark at 18%; Belgium, Cyprus, Finland and Slovakia at 17%; the Netherlands and Slovenia at 16%; and Poland at 15%. Czechia has the lowest rate at 12%. Source: Eurostat, 2025. The European Parliament logo is in the bottom right corner.
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European Parliament @europarl.europa.eu · 16/10/2026
Here are the correct answers! Ġbejna tan-nagħaġ cheese, Malta Canarian bananas, Spain Aceto balsamic vinegar from Modena, Italy Comté cheese, France Polka sweets, Sweden
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European Parliament @europarl.europa.eu · 16/10/2026
See PDO, PGI, GI at the supermarket? They're Europe's culinary DNA, centuries of tradition, one irreplaceable taste. 🌾 They support small farmers, guarantee quality & stop counterfeits worldwide. What's your favourite PGI product? #WorldFoodDay
Interactive quiz titled "Can you match each food to its country?" showing five European foods with corresponding country flags: A) round cheese opposite Italy's flag, B) bananas opposite Sweden's flag, C) a bottle of dark vinegar opposite France's flag, D) a rectangular cheese opposite Spain's flag, and E) red-and-white-striped sweets with Malta's flag. European Parliament logo is at bottom right corner.
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EP Press Service @press.europarl.europa.eu · 15/10/2026
Metsola: We cannot agree on Europe's ambitions & cut the means to achieve them At the European Council, @president.europarl.europa.eu called for a long-term EU budget that matches Europe's ambitions, faster progress on competitiveness, & continued momentum for enlargement More ⤵️
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Metsola: We cannot agree on Europe's ambitions and cut the means to achieve them | News | European Parliament
At the European Council, President Metsola called for a long-term EU budget that matches Europe's ambitions, faster progress on competitiveness, and continued momentum for enlargement.
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European Parliament @europarl.europa.eu · 15/10/2026
80,000 people die every year from workplace exposure to dangerous substances. The EU is strengthening protections for workers, updating occupational safety standards in line with the latest scientific evidence. Read more: link.europa.eu/wcQ99d
European Parliament infographic on a black background stating: 'Around 80,000 people die in the EU every year from being exposed to dangerous substances at work.' The figure 80,000 is highlighted in a yellow box. The European Parliament logo appears in the bottom right corner
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Roberta Metsola @president.europarl.europa.eu · 15/10/2026
An important #EUCO ahead of us today. On behalf of @europarl.europa.eu, our message is clear: Europe must step up on three fronts. Security. Competitiveness. Investment in people’s priorities.
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European Parliament @europarl.europa.eu · 14/10/2026
🎉 Today marks 15 years since the Parlamentarium, Europe’s largest parliamentary visitor centre, opened in Brussels. Since then, similar centres, known as the Europa Experience, have been set up in 17 European cities. 📍 Find your nearest Europa Experience centre here: link.europa.eu/t6MqDf
Map of the EU showing 16 Europa Experience centres in Athens, Berlin, Budapest, Copenhagen, Dublin, Helsinki Ljubljana, Luxembourg, Paris, Prague, Rome, Stockholm, Tallinn, The Hague, Vienna, Warsaw and Zagreb, as well as Parlamentarium locations in Brussels and Strasbourg, the House of European History in Brussels and the Jean Monnet House in Bazoches-sur-Guyonne, France.
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Roberta Metsola @president.europarl.europa.eu · 14/10/2026
Europe needs an ambitious budget that invests in people and in our continent’s future without burdening the next generation with today’s debt. Good discussions with @eucopresident.consilium.europa.eu António Costa and @europarl.europa.eu group leaders and negotiating team ahead of tomorrow’s #EUCO.
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European Parliament @europarl.europa.eu · 13/10/2026
Read more here: link.europa.eu/fd4fJx
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European Parliament @europarl.europa.eu · 13/10/2026
Parliament condemns attempts to ban opposition parties in Georgia. MEPs say banning political parties is not compatible with democracy and makes progress towards EU membership impossible. Parliament remains committed to supporting the Georgian people’s EU aspirations.
A group of protesters in Georgia march at night, holding Georgian and European Union flags. Text reads: “Parliament condemns attempts to silence and ban the political opposition in Georgia.” The European Parliament logo appears in the bottom-right corner.
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European Parliament @europarl.europa.eu · 12/10/2026
Defence, cost of living, competitiveness: to protect people's priorities, the European Parliament ensures that the EU's long-term budget is invested where it matters to make every euro count for Europeans. Learn more about the EU’s long-term budget ➡️ link.europa.eu/F6BR34
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European Parliament @europarl.europa.eu · 10/10/2026
Lead MEPs on the next EU long-term budget react to the Irish presidency’s proposal: "Cuts that weaken Europe will not get our consent. We are ready to negotiate, but a deal must be built on ambition, not on the logic of net balances." learn more ➡️ link.europa.eu/4tpyRk
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Lead MEPs on EU’s long-term budget react to Irish presidency’s negotiating box | News | European Parliament
Statement by leading MEPs on the long-term budget and own resources, in response to the negotiating box presented on Saturday by the Irish Presidency.
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Delphine Colard @spokesperson.europarl.europa.eu · 09/10/2026
"The European Union must now demonstrate unwavering solidarity with the ICC" — joint statement by EP chairs David McAllister, Mounir Satouri, Bernd Lange, Ilhan Kyuchyuk and Brando Benifei following today’s sanctions announcement by the United States. 🔗 link.europa.eu/HycQrb
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European Parliament @europarl.europa.eu · 10/10/2026
Want to know how Parliament wants to help keep your mental health at 10/10? link.europa.eu/PFkBC9
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European Parliament @europarl.europa.eu · 10/10/2026
Violence, harassment and discrimination at work must be addressed. Parliament is calling on the Commission to better protect people from work-related stress, mental and physical disorders. On World Mental Health Day, find out how common work-related stress are in your country.
Visual with the title: How does work affect mental health in the EU? The bar chart showing percentage of workers who experienced work-related stress, depression, or anxiety in the previous 12 months across all EU member states. Ranked from highest to lowest: Greece 49%, Finland 45%, Cyprus 41%, Poland 41%, Spain 40%, Estonia 35%, Portugal 34%, Belgium 32%, Croatia 32%, Latvia 32%, Hungary 32%, Netherlands 30%, Sweden 30%, EU average 29%, Italy 29%, Luxembourg 29%, Slovakia 28%, Ireland 27%, Lithuania 27%, France 25%, Austria 25%, Czechia 24%, Romania 24%, Malta 23%, Bulgaria 21%, Slovenia 21%, Germany 20%, and Denmark 19%. Source: EU-OSHA, OSH Pulse 2025 (telephone survey of employed workers, March–April 2025). The European Parliament logo is in the bottom right corner.
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European Parliament @europarl.europa.eu · 09/10/2026
🗳️ Parliament: The elections in Russia violated fundamental international electoral standards, lacked democratic legitimacy, took place amid media censorship and bans on opposition and dissent, and were a complete sham. Read more: link.europa.eu/twDwmq
Graphic with a solid black background. Large bold text in white and yellow reads: "The elections in Russia were not democratic, not free, and not fair _" — with "elections" and "not democratic," highlighted in yellow, and the remaining text in white. A yellow underscore follows the final word. Below, smaller white italic text reads: "*Elections refers to the Russian State Duma, 18–20 September 2026." The European Parliament logo appears in the bottom right corner.
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European Parliament @europarl.europa.eu · 08/10/2026
Members of Parliament urged greater vigilance against Islamist entryism, including funding controls, scrutiny of networks, and stronger cross-border cooperation. Read more: link.europa.eu/3BMv9J
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European Parliament @europarl.europa.eu · 08/10/2026
Parliament has set its priorities for the EU’s first anti-corruption strategy. MEPs want to address the evolving corruption risks linked to organised crime and new technologies. Learn more: link.europa.eu/ykkBVC
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European Parliament @europarl.europa.eu · 08/10/2026
Parliament called for action to address human rights violations and protect fundamental freedoms in Iran, Georgia and Azerbaijan. Learn more: link.europa.eu/fd4fJx
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European Parliament @europarl.europa.eu · 08/10/2026
Parliament said the Russian State Duma elections were held in a climate of fear, against the backdrop of Moscow’s continued illegal war against Ukraine, and denounced the long-standing and intentional destruction of any remnants of democracy in Russia. Learn more: link.europa.eu/twDwmq
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European Parliament @europarl.europa.eu · 07/10/2026
Read more: link.europa.eu/kbRdkC
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European Parliament @europarl.europa.eu · 07/10/2026
Russia's war of aggression against Ukraine has shown that Europe’s defence sector needs to innovate faster. Parliament has approved the creation of the Programme for Agile and Rapid Defence Innovation, to speed up defence innovation at lower cost. Ukraine will be fully associated with the programme.
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Graphic with a dark background featuring a soldier in camouflage helmet and jacket, photographed from behind. White bold text at the top reads: "Programme for Agile and Rapid Defence Innovation." Large text in the centre reads: "€115 million to finance defence projects" with "€115 million" highlighted in yellow. The European Parliament logo appears in the bottom right corner. Photo credit: seasign / Adobe Stock.⚠ This text was generated by AI and may contain errors.
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Graphic with a dark, blurred background showing a military-style drone in flight above an open field. White bold text reads: "The programme:" followed by four bullet points, each preceded by a yellow underscore: "Grant approvals in just four months", "€1M to €5M per project", "Tech that goes quickly from lab to actual use", and "Focus on cost-efficient solutions." The European Parliament logo appears in the bottom right corner. Photo credit: seasign / Adobe Stock.
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Roberta Metsola @president.europarl.europa.eu · 07/10/2026
20 years since Anna Politkovskaya was murdered. A fearless journalist who refused to look away, even when facing threats and attempts on her life. She refused to be silenced, continuing to speak out against corruption and abuse.
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European Parliament @europarl.europa.eu · 07/10/2026
It is also implementing new rules to prevent unintentional plastic pellet (small plastic beads used to make products) losses. The takeaway: the EU is systematically phasing out harmful substances and practices - step by step, based on science.
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European Parliament @europarl.europa.eu · 07/10/2026
After that, the European Commission and EU countries will decide on the proposed restrictions. Microplastics: The EU has already restricted intentionally added microplastics in products, with different phase-in periods depending on how they are used.
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European Parliament @europarl.europa.eu · 07/10/2026
This is an ongoing, evidence-based process, not an all-encompassing ban. PFAS: Several PFAS substances are already restricted under EU chemicals law. A much broader restriction is being assessed under REACH, with the scientific evaluation expected to wrap up by the end of 2026.
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European Parliament @europarl.europa.eu · 07/10/2026
The EU is taking progressive action on pesticides, PFAS ('forever chemicals') and microplastics - but through targeted restrictions rather than blanket bans. Pesticides: The EU continuously reviews active substances and restricts or withdraws approval when they do not meet safety standards.
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Roberta Metsola @president.europarl.europa.eu · 07/10/2026
Today the world marks three years since that black October 7th 2023. Since that fateful morning when Hamas terrorists massacred 1195 people in Israel. Since 251 people, including young children and the elderly, were dragged from their homes and taken hostage.
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European Parliament @europarl.europa.eu · 07/10/2026
Members of Parliament demanded a stronger and principled EU-China policy that combines dialogue with more protection of European interests to address global challenges, and promote peace and security, climate and human rights. Learn more ⬇️ link.europa.eu/Gjq9Qc
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European Parliament @europarl.europa.eu · 07/10/2026
Parliament and representatives of Commission and Council debated the latest developments in the negotiations on the EU’s next multiannual financial framework (MFF). Learn more ⬇️ link.europa.eu/YJvYKx
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European Parliament @europarl.europa.eu · 06/10/2026
🇵🇹 Today the Prime Minister of Portugal shared his vision for the future of the EU. In his speech to the European Parliament, he outlined Portugal's priorities for a stronger, more resilient Europe. Read more: link.europa.eu/rrpDjd
Photo of Luís Montenegro, Prime Minister of Portugal, speaking at a podium in the European Parliament plenary chamber. Quote overlay reads: "We celebrate 40 years of Portugal being a member of the European project. Our accession was both our destiny and our calling, and it continues to be." The European Parliament logo appears in the bottom left corner.
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European Parliament @europarl.europa.eu · 06/10/2026
Updated measures could prevent around 1,700 lung cancer cases and 19,000 other illnesses over the next 40 years. Learn more ↓ link.europa.eu/wcQ99d
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European Parliament @europarl.europa.eu · 06/10/2026
Parliament agreed on recommendations for new EU rules to prevent, eliminate or reduce work-related psychosocial risks that can lead to work-related stress, burnout, and mental and physical disorders. Learn more ↓ link.europa.eu/PFkBC9
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European Parliament @europarl.europa.eu · 06/10/2026
An ambitious EU long-term budget, a successful energy transition, and EU competitiveness were at the centre of the 'This is Europe' debate between 🇪🇺 Parliament and 🇵🇹 Portugal's Prime Minister Luís Montenegro. Learn more ↓ link.europa.eu/4cG9ff
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European Parliament @europarl.europa.eu · 06/10/2026
Parliament approved the creation of a programme for agile and rapid defence innovation that aims to respond to the new security environment shaped by Russia's war of aggression against Ukraine. Learn more ↓ link.europa.eu/kbRdkC
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European Parliament @europarl.europa.eu · 05/10/2026
The European Parliament has a busy week ahead 🇪🇺 Learn more about the 5-8 October plenary session: link.europa.eu/nm94kH
A graphic titled "The European Parliament's agenda" for "5 - 8 october 2026", set against a blue background featuring the European Parliament building in Strasbourg and the EU logo at the bottom right. The graphic lists three main agenda items with checkmark icons: 1. Housing and cost-of-living crisis: Parliament will discuss how to make housing affordable and the cost-of-living crisis. 2. Defence innovation: The EU needs fast, modern and low-cost defence. Members are set to approve it. 3. Russian elections: MEPs are expected to denounce Russia's recent elections as clearly undemocratic and assess the situation in Ukraine.
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European Parliament @europarl.europa.eu · 04/10/2026
Parliament has just given Europe better possibilities to defend itself.   This means faster defence investment and an improved response to security challenges.    Learn more ➡️ link.europa.eu/TBy4cQ
“European defence is getting stronger" reads the text on this photograph taken in a factory, where an engine is being lifted into a military defence vehicle. A man stands next to the vehicle, monitoring the process.
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European Parliament @europarl.europa.eu · 03/10/2026
One gate. Two very different moments in history.   Once a symbol of division, the Brandenburg Gate now stands for a united Germany. On 3 October, German Unity Day marks the reunification of East and West Germany in 1990.   Learn more here ➡️ link.europa.eu/6HxwcP
Black-and-white photograph of Berlin’s Brandenburg Gate in West Berlin, showing the wall, the gate and surrounding area empty of people. 
 Colour photograph of Berlin’s Brandenburg Gate in the modern day with people gathered in front of it. The European Parliament logo appears in the top-right corner.
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European Parliament @europarl.europa.eu · 02/10/2026
More information about each finalist: link.europa.eu/6WqfGc
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2026 Daphne Caruana Galizia Prize for Journalism: ten finalists shortlisted | News | European Parliament
The jury of the Daphne Caruana Galizia Prize for Journalism has shortlisted ten investigations for the sixth edition of the award.
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European Parliament @europarl.europa.eu · 02/10/2026
The 10 finalists for the 2026 Daphne Caruana Galizia Prize for Journalism have been announced. The Prize demonstrates the European Parliament’s strong support for investigative journalism and the importance of a free press. The winner will be announced on 21 October.
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European Parliament @europarl.europa.eu · 02/10/2026
Know someone who would be a great fit for the European Parliament?    Applications for Schuman traineeships are now open until 31 October!   Find out everything you need to know here ⬇️ link.europa.eu/qR66nJ
Promotional graphic for the European Parliament traineeship programme. Applications open 1–31 October 2026. Traineeship period: 1 March – 31 July 2027. Requirements: nationals of EU, accession, or candidate countries; university degree or vocational training; knowledge of two EU official languages. Background shows the EU flag and the European Parliament building. European Parliament logo sits in the bottom right corner.
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European Parliament @europarl.europa.eu · 01/10/2026
On 30 September, the European Parliament’s building glowed pink to mark the beginning of Breast Cancer Awareness Month 2026.   The European Parliament remains committed to boosting breast cancer awareness and prevention across Europe and worldwide.

The 'Station Europe' building of the  European Parliament in Brussels illuminated in bright pink light at night. The European Parliament logo appears in the bottom-right corner.
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European Parliament @europarl.europa.eu · 30/09/2026
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Healthcare: the EU needs to tackle worker shortages to avoid a crisis | News | European Parliament
Parliament raises the need for the EU to address healthcare sector staff shortages and inadequate working conditions.
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European Parliament @europarl.europa.eu · 30/09/2026
We all need doctors, nurses and healthcare workers. But the healthcare sector faces serious staff shortages. By 2030 there's an expected shortage of one million workers, including nurses and doctors. Parliament adopted proposals to strengthen healthcare systems and improve working conditions.
Map of Europe titled “How many patients does one doctor have?” showing the number of inhabitants per practising physician in 2024. Countries and values shown are: Belgium (BE) 299; Bulgaria (BG) 214; Czechia (CZ) 233; Denmark (DK) 214; Germany (DE) 210; Estonia (EE) 279; Ireland (IE) 257; Greece (EL) 160; Spain (ES) 216; France (FR) 254; Croatia (HR) 244; Italy (IT) 174; Cyprus (CY) 182; Latvia (LV) 294; Lithuania (LT) 214; Luxembourg (LU) 245; Hungary (HU) 269; Malta (MT) 218; Netherlands (NL) 253; Austria (AT) 177; Poland (PL) 259; Portugal (PT) 232; Romania (RO) 262; Slovenia (SI) 280; Slovakia (SK) 253; Finland (FI) 276; and Sweden (SE) 215. Darker blue indicates more inhabitants per physician. Source: Eurostat. The European Parliament logo is in the bottom right corner.
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European Parliament @europarl.europa.eu · 29/09/2026
For David. For the Europe he believed in. The European Parliament's building in Brussels dedicated to David Sassoli will remind us of his example and of the values he held so dear. His vision of a Europe of hope, one that innovates, protects and leads the way, remains our compass.
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European Parliament @europarl.europa.eu · 29/09/2026
Thank you @wisevis.eu for alerting us to the wrong link. As we cannot edit the post, we add the correct link at least here: link.europa.eu/7FN3YH.
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European Parliament @europarl.europa.eu · 29/09/2026
Apologies and thanks for noticing. This is the link we had in mind: link.europa.eu/7FN3YH.
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European Parliament @europarl.europa.eu · 29/09/2026
 Today, MEPs from Parliament’s @cult.europarl.europa.eu committee voted for making the Erasmus+ programme more accessible and better funded.   They propose a €47.39 billion budget for 2028-2034, compared to the Commission’s proposed €40.8 billion.   Learn more: link.europa.eu/WyYm4H
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European Parliament @europarl.europa.eu · 29/09/2026
129kg. That's the EU average of food waste per person in 2024.   The better news?   In 2025, the EU adopted binding targets to reduce food waste by 2030. Parliament also pushed to make it easier to donate unsold food to those in need. Find out more: link.europa.eu/7FN3Y
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Bar chart titled "Food waste in the EU – Kilograms per person in 2024". Data is shown for all 27 EU member states, ranked from highest to lowest total food waste. Each bar shows two values: total waste (including households, farms, fisheries, food manufacturing, retail, and restaurants) and waste from households specifically. Cyprus has the highest total at 295 kg per person, followed by Denmark (261 kg), Greece (208 kg), Romania (188 kg, 2023 data), and Portugal (161 kg). The EU average is 129 kg. Spain has the lowest total at 54 kg, preceded by Lithuania (68 kg) and Slovakia (72 kg). Note: figures for the Netherlands, Finland, and Spain use a differing definition; some figures are estimated. Source: Eurostat [env_wasfw] (2024).
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European Parliament @europarl.europa.eu · 28/09/2026
Find the full programme and follow the event live ⬇️ link.europa.eu/Ww6Gmh
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