Tag #Eu Regulations

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Airline Hand Luggage Fees: A Clash of Convenience and Cost

Airlines are cracking down on hand luggage size, leading to unexpected charges at the gate; the EU has standardized cabin bag sizes, but the UK hasn't; this highlights the trade-off between low fares and free baggage.

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Portugal at Risk of EU Sanctions for Failing to Meet Recycling Targets

Portugal risks failing to meet European Union recycling targets for 2025 due to slow progress in recycling despite a record investment of €95 million, particularly concerning glass (-1%) and liquid food cardboard (-9%), with potential EU sanctions looming.

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Responsible Consumption and Production
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Meta Bans EU Political Ads, Forcing Campaign Strategy Changes

Meta will ban political ads on Facebook and Instagram in the EU from October 1st due to new EU regulations deemed "unworkable" by the company, forcing a strategic shift for political campaigns in the run-up to the Dutch elections in late October.

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EU to Lift 100ml Liquid Restriction on Hand Luggage

The European Union is preparing to lift its 100ml liquid restriction on hand luggage following the successful testing of new explosive detection systems at several EU airports; the change is expected in the coming days.

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Sustainable Cities and Communities
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France Proposes Eliminating Two National Holidays to Tackle Budget Deficit

French Prime Minister François Bayrou proposed eliminating Easter Monday and May 8 as national holidays to generate €44 billion for the 2026 budget, aiming to reduce France's deficit; however, this sparked immediate protests from the opposition and unions.

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liberation.fr
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French Fast Food Chains Face Criticism for Opaque Ingredient Labeling

UFC-Que Choisir criticizes French fast-food chains (McDonald's, Burger King, KFC, Quick) for lacking transparency on additives, citing examples like McDonald's basic hamburger listing 44 ingredients in Switzerland versus 6 in France and Burger King's Chicken Nuggets listing 31 ingredients in Switzer...

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Greek Banks Explore Shared ATM Network to Offset Fee Elimination

Facing financial losses from a new law eliminating interbank ATM fees in Greece, starting August 11th, banks are considering a shared ATM network model, similar to Portugal's Multibanco, to reduce operational costs and improve geographical coverage.

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EU Political Ad Ban Impacts Dutch Elections

The ban on political ads on Meta platforms in the EU starting October impacts the upcoming Dutch elections on October 29th. While major parties show little concern, some smaller parties relying on social media for campaigning may face challenges.

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Italy Eases Airport Security, Introduces Carry-On Liquid Rule Changes

Italian airports are implementing new rules: liquids over 100ml are now allowed in carry-on bags at select airports with updated scanners; ID checks at the gate are eliminated; and larger pets may be allowed in the cabin (airline-dependent).

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Controversial French Law Reintroduces Pesticide, Igniting Agricultural Debate

France's Duplomb law, aiming to alleviate agricultural distress, sparked controversy by reintroducing the pesticide acetamiprid, leading to a petition with over 1.8 million signatures, highlighting the disparity between French and European agricultural regulations and impacting sectors like fruits, ...

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EU Cigarette Tax Hike to Increase Prices in Germany, Fuel Black Market

The European Commission's proposal to significantly increase cigarette taxes in Germany is projected to raise cigarette pack prices to over €12 and rolling tobacco to over €18, potentially fueling the black market and impacting public health, while generating additional revenue for the EU.

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Good Health and Well-being
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Swiss Transit Fee Proposal to Ease Traffic Congestion

Five Swiss political parties propose a transit fee for drivers crossing Switzerland without stopping, using border license plate scans to determine fees based on traffic congestion, to alleviate traffic burden on Uri canton near the St. Gotthard Tunnel.

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