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business18 days ago•2 min saved

Fuel crunch won't shield airlines from EU passenger-compensation rules

EU Transport Commissioner says jet-fuel shortages do not qualify as extraordinary circumstances under EU passenger rights rules, so airlines must reimburse passengers for trips cancelled this summer; while some carriers have hedged fuel to limit disruption, others like Lufthansa and Aer Lingus have canceled flights; the UK remains under EU rules post-Brexit; amid the fuel crisis, AirAsia announced a $19 billion deal to buy 150 Airbus A220 jets, with potential expansion to 300, boosting Belfast wing production jobs.

via The Guardian|

#airlines #business #eu-law

europe28 days ago•3 min saved

EU Parliament urges EU-wide, consent-based definition of rape

The European Parliament approved a resolution calling for an EU-wide definition of rape based on the absence of freely given, informed consent, stating that silence or lack of resistance cannot be taken as consent and that past relationships or marriage do not imply consent. The European Commission is urged to draft legislation, which would then need approval from member states. The move aligns with the Istanbul Convention and follows a split among member states, with 17 already using consent-based definitions and others still relying on force-based criteria. The vote was 447 in favour, 160 against, and 43 abstentions, and the EU Agency for Fundamental Rights notes about 5% of EU women have experienced rape since age 15.

via Euronews.com|

#consent #eu-law #europe

world1 month ago•13 min saved

EU Court Finds Hungary's LGBTQ Legislation Violates EU Law, Forcing Reforms

An EU court ruled that parts of Hungary's anti-LGBTQ+ laws breach EU law and orders Hungary to align with EU nondiscrimination protections, as Pride events highlight the ongoing rights dispute and government responses.

via AP News|

#eu-law #europe #hungary

politics1 month ago•4 min saved

EU Court Orders Hungary to Repeal LGBTQ+ Media Restrictions

The Court of Justice of the European Union ruled that Hungary’s 2021 law restricting or banning the promotion of homosexuality and gender transition in media accessible to children breaches EU law and must be repealed, backing the European Commission’s infringement case and signaling potential penalties if Hungary does not comply.

via politico.eu|

#eu-law #european-court-of-justice #hungary

world5 months ago•4 min saved

Europe considers seizing Russia’s frozen assets to fund Ukraine reparations

The European Central Bank has refused to provide emergency liquidity for Ukraine's reparations loan using seized Russian assets, citing legal and independence concerns, complicating the European Commission's plan to support Ukraine financially through this unprecedented scheme.

via Euronews.com|

#ecb #eu-law #reparations-loan

politics8 months ago•1 min saved

Slovakia amends constitution to recognize only two genders and limit LGBTQ rights

Slovakia's parliament amended its constitution to recognize only two genders, restrict adoption to married heterosexual couples, and ban surrogacy, while asserting national law's precedence over EU law in cultural and ethical matters, sparking criticism from human rights organizations and raising concerns about the country's democratic and human rights trajectory.

via politico.eu|

#constitution #eu-law #gender

world8 months ago•2 min saved

Slovakia amends constitution to recognize only two sexes, raising human rights concerns

The Slovak parliament approved a constitutional amendment under Prime Minister Robert Fico that limits the rights of same-sex couples, emphasizes traditional gender roles, and asserts national law over EU law, sparking criticism and protests.

via France 24|

#constitutional-amendment #eu-law #fico

piracy9 months ago•3 min saved

Apple Removes iTorrent from EU AltStore Amid Revocation Issues

Apple revoked the EU distribution rights for the iTorrent BitTorrent client, which was available through third-party app stores due to EU law requiring more app installation freedom. The revocation came without clear explanation from Apple, raising concerns about transparency and compliance with the EU’s Digital Markets Act.

via torrentfreak.com|

#apple #digital-markets-act #eu-law

technology10 months ago•2 min saved

Stop Killing Games Petition Surpasses 1 Million Signatures Amid Concerns of Fake Votes

Over 1.1 million people have signed the 'Stop Killing Games' petition, advocating for game publishers to implement end-of-life plans that allow games to remain playable after support ends, potentially influencing new EU legislation and gaining support in the UK for future debates.

via Pure Xbox|

#consumer-rights #eu-law #gaming

world11 months ago•3 min saved

Pornhub Returns to France Amid Temporary Reprieve

Pornhub has temporarily regained access in France after the suspension of the country's new age verification law, which requires third-party verification of users' ages. The law's legality is under review by the French courts due to questions about compliance with EU regulations, specifically the country-of-origin principle. The platform and French officials are discussing alternative solutions like device-level filters to protect minors while respecting privacy concerns.

via Mashable|

#age-verification-law #eu-law #france

travel11 months ago•5 min saved

EU Battles Over Airline Baggage Fees and Policies

A passenger's experience with baggage size disputes on EasyJet highlights the need for clearer, standardized luggage rules across EU airlines, prompting EU proposals for uniform underseat baggage dimensions and discussions on airline charging practices, amid ongoing consumer and regulatory debates.

via BBC|

#baggage-rules #budget-airlines #eu-law

business1 year ago•2 min saved

EU warns Shein over misleading discounts and consumer law breaches

The EU has accused Chinese fast-fashion retailer Shein of breaching consumer protection laws through misleading discounts, deceptive labels, and pressure tactics, giving the company one month to respond or face fines, amid ongoing scrutiny of its business practices and supply chain conditions.

via BBC|

#business #consumer-rights #eu-law

politics1 year ago•2 min saved

Netherlands Follows Germany with Enhanced Border Controls

The Netherlands plans to implement additional land border checks starting December 9 to address irregular migration, following Germany's similar move in September. This decision by the Dutch government, led by the hard-right party PVV, aligns with EU regulations allowing temporary border controls in response to serious threats. The measure, which has no extra funding for enforcement, aims to minimize traffic disruption and reflects rising anti-immigration sentiment in Europe.

via Euronews|

#border-controls #eu-law #germany

politics1 year ago•3 min saved

Italian Court Blocks Meloni's Albania Migrant Plan Again

An Italian court has rejected Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni's plan to detain asylum seekers in Albania, referring the initiative to the EU's top court. The ruling mandates that seven migrants brought to Albania must be taken to Italy, questioning the legality of designating certain countries as 'safe' for quick returns. This decision challenges Meloni's strategy to deter Mediterranean crossings and has implications for other European leaders considering similar approaches. Critics argue the plan is costly and politically motivated, while Meloni may use the court's rejection to rally her base.

via Financial Times|

#albania #eu-law #giorgia-meloni

technology2 years ago•7 min saved

"Ensuring Safe Interoperability: Meta's Plan for WhatsApp and Messenger Integration with Third-Party Services in Europe"

In compliance with the new EU law, the Digital Markets Act (DMA), WhatsApp and Messenger are making changes to enable interoperability with third-party messaging services while maintaining end-to-end encryption and privacy guarantees. The law requires designated messaging services to allow third-party interoperability, enabling users to send and receive messages with opted-in users of either Messenger or WhatsApp. The implementation of interoperability focuses on preserving privacy and security, utilizing the Signal Protocol for encryption, and building on Meta's existing client/server architecture. Meta emphasizes the importance of transparently informing users about the differences in security and privacy when communicating with third-party providers.

via Facebook Engineering|

#digital-markets-act #end-to-end-encryption #eu-law