Jürgen Noack @juergennoack.bsky.social · 29/04/2026Running a small NGO or association in Brussels? I have two days a week available for EU affairs communications, public affairs, events, and association management. 20+ years in the field. Clients include IFAW, SEAP, and Transparency International. Happy to talk. More at: www.pluxconsulting.eu 010
Jürgen Noack @juergennoack.bsky.social · 21/04/2026I have developed three half-day #training sessions for #communications professionals in #EUaffairs: ▪️ Social Media ▪️ Media Relations and Press Releases, and ▪️ Crisis Communication. Practical, interactive, built for the Brussels bubble. Learn more at: pluxconsulting.eu/training 010
Jürgen Noack @juergennoack.bsky.social · 02/04/2026Attention number crunchers! Did you know that the #EUTransparencyRegister now counts over 17,000 entries? 30% companies, 27% NGOs, and 17% trade associations. Belgium leads with 3,881 organisations, followed by Germany and France. More details here: transparency-register.europa.eu/find-out-mor... 010
Jürgen Noack @juergennoack.bsky.social · 26/03/2026I consider myself lucky to have had the opportunity to work in an office at the #RésidencePalace for several years. Here is an interesting article from The Brussels Times on the history and secrets of this remarkable building complex: www.brusselstimes.com/2021048/a-ci...brusselstimes.comA city within a city: The secret life of Brussels' Résidence PalaceThe iconic Résidence Palace marks its centenary this year – a Jazz Age experiment in luxury living that helped reshape Brussels long before the EU arrived. 120
Jürgen Noack @juergennoack.bsky.social · 17/03/2026This is one of the annual flagship events in Brussels that you shouldn’t miss if you’re interested in economic policy. #EUBEF26 011
Jürgen Noack @juergennoack.bsky.social · 17/03/2026🌷Spring has finally arrived in Belgium, and cherry blossoms, tulip displays, and garden festivals are popping up across the country. If you’re looking for a bit of seasonal inspiration, there are plenty of floral events to explore this year. Find out more here: www.thebulletin.be/spring-bloom...thebulletin.beSpring blooms: Visit a flower festival or plant fair in BelgiumFrom dreamlike cherry blossom and the blaze of colourful tulips to plant fairs for green-fingered gardeners, Belgium boasts seasonal festivals and fairs all around the country.Many of these horticultu... 010
Reposted by Jürgen NoackPLUX Consulting @pluxconsulting.eu · 16/03/2026The European Parliament's March plenary session last week covered a range of issues: housing affordability, labour shortages, AI copyright, EU enlargement, and priorities for the 2027 budget. Find out more in this recap from the EP Think Tank: www.europarl.europa.eu/thinktank/en... 001
Jürgen Noack @juergennoack.bsky.social · 05/03/2026Folks in the Brussels bubble, prepare yourselves: another strike affecting public transport is scheduled for next week, starting on Sunday evening. More details here: www.brusselstimes.com/belgium/2004...brusselstimes.comEverything we know about the strikes hitting Belgium next weekA three-day train strike and a national demonstration are set to disrupt several services across Belgium next week. 010
Reposted by Jürgen NoackPLUX Consulting @pluxconsulting.eu · 06/02/2026Next week in the European Parliament, debates will take place on cyberbullying and child protection, the EU’s first anti-poverty strategy, labour exploitation, trade and agriculture files, and the proposed 2040 climate target. Read more in this EP Think Tank post: epthinktank.eu/2026/02/06/e...epthinktank.euEuropean Parliament Plenary Session February 2026Members gather for the February plenary session with an agenda that includes a debate on the 2025 annual report on the European Central Bank and a statement to mark World Cancer Day, as well as debate... 001
Reposted by Jürgen NoackSociety of European Affairs Professionals @seap-eu.bsky.social · 07/01/2026🗓️ Event alert: 27 January 2026 SEAP, together with the European Centre for Public Affairs, is organising an in-person workshop on working effectively with consultants in European public affairs. Register here: www.eventbrite.be/e/seap-ecpa-... #PublicAffairs #Consultancy #Transparencyeventbrite.beSEAP - ECPA Workshop: Working effectively with consultantsSEAP and ECPA are delighted to invite you to their joint workshop. 011
Jürgen Noack @juergennoack.bsky.social · 18/12/2025An eventful year is coming to a close, marking the third year for PLUX Consulting. I want to take this opportunity to thank all my clients, partners and friends for their trust and cooperation. Wishing you relaxing holidays and a healthy, happy and successful New Year! 021
Reposted by Jürgen NoackSociety of European Affairs Professionals @seap-eu.bsky.social · 27/11/2025SEAP welcomes the EU Ombudswoman's findings on the need for transparency and proper scrutiny in urgent EU law-making. As SEAP President Emma Brown notes: “The EU can move fast and still respect its own standards.” Read the full statement here: seap.be/statement-on... 011
Reposted by Jürgen NoackPLUX Consulting @pluxconsulting.eu · 01/07/2025🇪🇺🇩🇰 Today, Denmark takes over the Presidency of the Council of the EU. Its programme focuses on security, support for Ukraine, competitiveness, and the green transition. Find out more here: danish-presidency.consilium.europa.eu/en/programme... 062
Reposted by Jürgen NoackPLUX Consulting @pluxconsulting.eu · 20/05/2025The EU Commission has launched a consultation on the Consumer Agenda 2025–2030 and an Action Plan for Consumers in the Single Market. Stakeholders can share their views until 11 August 2025. Find out more here: ec.europa.eu/info/law/bet... #Consultation #ConsumerPolicy #SingleMarket 011
Jürgen Noack @juergennoack.bsky.social · 13/05/2025This promises to be very insightful and inspiring. Looking forward! 010
Reposted by Jürgen NoackSociety of European Affairs Professionals @seap-eu.bsky.social · 30/04/2025📣 New rules at the European Parliament: as of 1 May, lobbyists must activate their access badge daily using terminals at the entrance — even if your badge is marked “active” online. More bureaucracy, more waiting — what is the added value? #EUpublicaffairs #lobbying #transparency 032
Jürgen Noack @juergennoack.bsky.social · 18/04/2025Have a nice working day, my Belgian colleagues and friends, and enjoy the slightly shorter long #Easter weekend! www.brusselstimes.com/belgium/1538...brusselstimes.comWhy Good Friday is not a public holiday in BelgiumGood Friday is an official public holiday in many countries, but for most people in Belgium it is just a regular working day. 020
Jürgen Noack @juergennoack.bsky.social · 16/04/2025A useful briefing from the EP think tank, especially for EU professionals who are at the beginning of their career. 🤔 022
Jürgen Noack @juergennoack.bsky.social · 12/04/2025If you haven’t seen it yet, don’t miss this beautiful natural spectacle. The #Hallerbos is just outside of Brussels. A perfect trip for a sunny weekend. www.brusselstimes.com/belgium/1529...brusselstimes.comHallerbos hyacinths begin to bloom on outskirts of BrusselsThe regular shuttle bus service to the forest relaunches on Saturday. However, visitors might need to wait a few more days to see the blue carpet in full bloom. 000
Jürgen Noack @juergennoack.bsky.social · 10/04/2025Hm, somehow, yesterday's appearance by the party leaders of the future German #coalition government reminds me of the concerts by electronic music pioneers #Kraftwerk. #Germany #Deutschland #SchwarzRot #Koalition #Regierung #Merz #Söder #Klingbeil #Esken 010
Reposted by Jürgen NoackSociety of European Affairs Professionals @seap-eu.bsky.social · 13/03/2025Two weeks to go. Join us on 27 March and register now! 022
Jürgen Noack @juergennoack.bsky.social · 10/03/2025Take part in this #event on 25 March and find out what you always wanted to know about #lobbying. #BeersPoliticsEU 011
Reposted by Jürgen NoackSociety of European Affairs Professionals @seap-eu.bsky.social · 05/03/2025Our survey on the new EU transparency regulations is still ongoing. Please let us know your experiences! 002
Jürgen Noack @juergennoack.bsky.social · 24/02/2025🇩🇪 🗳️ The eagerly awaited results of the early parliamentary #elections in #Germany are now known. Read here how commentators in the European press assess the election results: www.eurotopics.net/en/334578/ge... - via eurotopics.neteurotopics.netGermany has voted: what next for Europe?After Sunday's elections to the German Bundestag, the leader of the CDU, Friedrich Merz, is widely expected to initiate coalition talks with the SPD. 010
Reposted by Jürgen NoackSociety of European Affairs Professionals @seap-eu.bsky.social · 21/02/2025❓Are you affected by the new EU #transparency rules? Have you ever had a concern about the publication of minutes of meetings with Commission officials? If yes, please take part in our #survey! Click here: 👉 forms.gle/7qGBDnRWegFt... 021
Reposted by Jürgen NoackPLUX Consulting @pluxconsulting.eu · 12/02/2025🇪🇺 The European Commission's long-awaited #workprogramme for 2025 is finally here. What are the key priorities and what are the differences compared to previous years? Find out more here: 👇 commission.europa.eu/strategy-and...commission.europa.euCommission work programme 2025On 11 February 2025, the European Commission adopted the 2025 Commission work programme and its annexes 011
Jürgen Noack @juergennoack.bsky.social · 10/02/2025🤣 It's always nice to start a new week with a good laugh. This one made my day! Thanks, @nicholasvinocur.bsky.social and @politico.eu Playbook. #Denmarkification #Trump #Greenland 280
Jürgen Noack @juergennoack.bsky.social · 30/01/2025Well, in that case, happy #NationalCroissantDay! 🥐 010
Jürgen Noack @juergennoack.bsky.social · 29/01/2025📅 Event alert: How is #AI changing the world of work in Europe? On 11/02/2025 @eurofound.bsky.social will organise a webinar where experts will dive into how AI is changing our jobs, driving innovation, and creating new challenges. You can register here: app.livestorm.co/p/427296cc-9...app.livestorm.co#EurofoundLive: How is AI changing the world of work in Europe? | EurofoundThis year, Eurofound and European Centre for the Development of Vocational Training (CEDEFOP) both mark their fiftieth anniversary. The longevity of the agencies, and the impact of their work, is a... 020
Jürgen Noack @juergennoack.bsky.social · 22/01/2025📺 You can follow the presentation of the priorities of the Polish EU Council Presidency by Donald Tusk today at 10.30 am. Livestream available here: 👉 www.europarl.europa.eu/plenary/en/h...europarl.europa.euHome | Plenary | European ParliamentMain page of the European Parliament’s plenary website. Live streaming, updated speaker list, plenary news, priority information and priority documents. 000
Jürgen Noack @juergennoack.bsky.social · 16/01/2025The requirement for #transparency applies not only to lobbyists but also to political decision-makers. It's time for the European Commission to act. 000
Jürgen Noack @juergennoack.bsky.social · 09/01/2025Are you back from the Christmas break and ready to return to work? Here are the ten topics you should keep an eye on in 2025. 👇 000
Jürgen Noack @juergennoack.bsky.social · 17/12/2024Happy holidays and see you again in the new year! 000
Jürgen Noack @juergennoack.bsky.social · 10/12/2024🚄 #Eurostar is the worst #railway company in #Europe. A study published by the think tank Transport and Environment (T&E) assessed 27 companies in Europe and concluded that Eurostar offers the worst quality of service on the continent. Read more here: www.brusselstimes.com/belgium/1346...brusselstimes.comEurostar ranked worst railway operator in EuropeEurostar scored poorly on pricing, reliability and its non-existent bike policy. 132
Jürgen Noack @juergennoack.bsky.social · 05/12/2024🥳 Happy 2nd birthday @pluxconsulting.bsky.social! 🎉 Do you need #strategy advice or support with your #publicaffairs or #communication initiatives? Are you seeking someone who can lead your association with competence and commitment? Then please reach out to me! Visit my website: pluxconsulting.eu 011
Jürgen Noack @juergennoack.bsky.social · 04/12/2024🌍 Brussels truly is a cosmopolitan city. Last year, over 56k people moved here from abroad, with international residents now making up 37.2% of the population. 🇫🇷 French, 🇷🇴 Romanians, 🇮🇹 Italians, 🇲🇦 Moroccans, and 🇪🇸 Spaniards top the list. Read more here: www.brusselstimes.com/brussels-2/1...brusselstimes.comBrussels' international population now at almost 40%The foreign population in Brussels totalled 464,629 at the start 2024 – 37.2% of the city's population. Find out the most common nationalities. 030
Jürgen Noack @juergennoack.bsky.social · 03/12/2024Hi @elemntor.bsky.social team, is there any chance that you will add a #Bluesky icon to your icon catalogue? That would be great! 010
Jürgen Noack @juergennoack.bsky.social · 02/12/2024Hey, comms and policy people in the Brussels bubble! I have compiled a #StarterPack with Brussels-based #journalists covering the #EuropeanUnion and #NATO. I hope you will find it useful. go.bsky.app/Sfg5MNj 0127
Jürgen Noack @juergennoack.bsky.social · 02/12/2024A very useful compilation for all those who want to make the most of #Bluesky. 020
Jürgen Noack @juergennoack.bsky.social · 28/11/2024🦋 Have you ever wondered what the differences and similarities are between #Bluesky, #X and #Threads? Look no further! Check out my latest article on LinkedIn: 👇 www.linkedin.com/pulse/bluesk...linkedin.comBluesky, X and Threads: main characteristicsAre you new to Bluesky or are you planning to open a Bluesky account? You may be wondering what the differences and similarities are between the three main microblogging platforms X, Threads and Bluex... 011
Jürgen Noack @juergennoack.bsky.social · 27/11/2024📢 Habemus European Commission VDL 2.0! www.politico.eu/article/euro...politico.euParliament approves von der Leyen’s right-leaning Commission for Dec. 1 startNew European commissioners get modest green light from lawmakers in Strasbourg. 010
Reposted by Jürgen NoackPLUX Consulting @pluxconsulting.eu · 22/11/2024❓Did you know the #EuropeanUnion is a global #trade leader with 44 deals with 76 countries, facilitating trade valued at €5 trillion in 2023? 🌍 Explore more facts and figures in @ec.europa.eu DG Trade's most recent publication: 👉 op.europa.eu/fr/publicati... 021
Jürgen Noack @juergennoack.bsky.social · 21/11/2024🌱 Looking for EU environmental NGOs on Bluesky? Check out this #StarterPack compiled by @eeb.org: bsky.app/starter-pack... 081
Jürgen Noack @juergennoack.bsky.social · 20/11/2024This is very useful for anyone who is interested in EU tech policy. 000
Jürgen Noack @juergennoack.bsky.social · 20/11/2024🇪🇺 This is really a good starting point for folks in the EU bubble. Please follow and share! 030
Reposted by Jürgen NoackPLUX Consulting @pluxconsulting.eu · 18/11/2024New EU Commission & OECD report reveals: ✅ Life expectancy in Europe rebounds to 81.5 years, but big gaps remain. ❌ 1.2M healthcare workers needed as retirements loom. ❗ Action needed: invest, improve working conditions & boost training! Read full report here: health.ec.europa.eu/state-health... 021
Reposted by Jürgen NoackPLUX Consulting @pluxconsulting.eu · 10/10/2024🤩 We are delighted to share this positive news about our name giver "Place Lux". 👇 www.brusselstimes.com/brussels/126... #consultancy #publicaffairs #communications #Brusselsbrusselstimes.com'Place Lux' terraces get makeover ahead of complete redevelopmentThe "incoherent" terraces have now been redesigned as they violated urban planning regulations – the first step in a thorough redevelopment of the square. 021
Jürgen Noack @juergennoack.bsky.social · 09/10/2024Bluesky now has over 10 million users, and I was #1,478,210! 020
Jürgen Noack @juergennoack.bsky.social · 02/09/2024Now that #Belgium has finally submitted its proposal, here is the full list of candidates for the members of the European Commission 2024-2029: www.politico.eu/article/ursu... - via @politico.eu #vdLcommissionpolitico.euThe full lineup for the new EU CommissionSee every country’s nominee for VDL’s next top team. 000