EU Rights

🟦 The Rule of Law is not a given. It's a promise we must keep.    Across the EU, democracy faces pressure — from political interference, attacks on media, or unchecked corruption.    That’s why we publish the 2025 Rule of Law Report — to spotlight where progress is happening and where challenges persist.    This year’s report delivers:  📌 Country-specific recommendations to strengthen institutions  📌 An updated assessment of the follow-up to previous years’ recommendations  📌 Eurobarometer data showing what citizens and companies expect  📌 Insights on how rule of law supports the Single Market   📌 A closer look at reforms in selected candidate countries    When the rule of law weakens, so does trust. So does democracy. ℹ️ Read more → https://europa.eu/!dhMgXj   #RuleOfLaw 

Did you know? The EU Charter of Fundamental Rights protects your personal data! 🔐💻📊 ⚖️ Article 8(1): Everyone has the right to the protection of personal data concerning him or her. 🇪🇺 From apps to online forms — your data deserves respect and care. 👉 Stay tuned for more on your rights throughout the year!    #EuCharter25 #EuropeanUnion  

Empower your voice, protect your data 🛡️   The European Citizens’ Initiative (ECI) is a right that every EU citizen has to have a say in EU policies. You can sign, support and start an initiative.   Did you know that you can sign an ECI online? Our latest update to the online collection system makes signing easier, more secure, and easily accessible via your smartphone.   These improvements protect your privacy and offer a modern, user-friendly way to shape the EU!   ✍️Explore initiatives open for your support today: https://europa.eu/!BD6xqM   #EUTakeTheInitiative 

We’re making innovation easier and safer.    The EU has adopted a new adequacy decision allowing personal data to flow safely to the European Patent Organisation.    That means:  ✔️ Strong data protection  ✔️ Faster patent procedures  ✔️ Less red tape for inventors    This is the first-ever EU adequacy decision for an international organisation — and a big step forward for innovation and trust.    🔗 Joint statement by Michael McGrath and António Campinos, President of the European Patent Office → https://europa.eu/!fGyB37   #UnionOfEquality #DemocracyInAction #EUDemocracy European Patent Office

We’ve published draft guidance to support the implementation of the Political Advertising Regulation.     This Regulation fully applies from 10 October 2025, setting EU-wide rules on transparency, accountability & targeting of political ads.    ✍️ Share your feedback until 4 August 2025.    🔗https://lnkd.in/dafPr9Ei #EURights

🟩 How do businesses in the EU perceive corruption? According to the latest Flash Eurobarometer:  🔴 63% say corruption is widespread in their country  🟢 32% say it is rare  ⚪ 4% are unsure This perception impacts trust, investment, and the Single Market. While the figure is stable compared to last year, there’s still work to do to close loopholes and strengthen integrity. 📊 The EU is stepping up efforts to prevent and fight corruption — for a fairer, more transparent Europe. ℹ️ Flash Eurobarometer 557 → https://europa.eu/!v3cfNK #RuleOfLaw #EUBusiness #SingleMarket

🎥 Applying for EU funding on equality, rights, or civic projects? This short video walks you through the process — step by step — via the Citizens, Equality, Rights and Values programme. 🧩 Key takeaways: ✅ Apply online via the Funding & Tenders Portal ✅ Make sure all consortium partners are registered ✅ Use the FAQs and guidance to avoid common mistakes Take the first step toward your application. ℹ️ Find out more: https://europa.eu/!VpHcJK #CERV #UnionOfEquality

Quick fixes can’t solve poor web design. So how do we make websites truly accessible? By building accessibility in from the very start. Join #AccessibleEU’s online training on Designing Accessible Technologies and learn how to create websites, products, and services that work for everyone. 🗓️ Open from 7 July to 9 November → https://lnkd.in/dme2kZbs #Accessibility #ICT

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Did you know that you can help shape our new initiative to make it easier to set up and operate businesses in the EU? This is your chance to share your views! The 28th regime follows the Competitiveness Compass, Single Market and Start-up and scale-up Strategies, aiming to: 🔹 Cut red tape 🔹 Support start-ups & scale-ups 🔹 Enhance EU competitiveness It will offer a digital-by-default legal framework to help businesses set up and grow in the EU. 👉 Have your say by 30 September 2025: https://europa.eu/!9NQ8Qb