European Parliament

Plenary votes in Strasbourg, committee decisions in Brussels, and the press releases that follow. Every item is written in our own words and links straight to the Parliament’s own statement, so the original wording is one click away. See also European Commission.

Metsola condemns violence against women online

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President Metsola opened the 5–8 October plenary condemning violence against women online and offline, saying Parliament will use every measure available to oppose such abuse.

EP Today briefing for 5 October 2026 published

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The European Parliament published the EP Today briefing for 5 October 2026, providing a routine daily overview of the day's agenda, meetings and plenary business for stakeholders.

Last-minute press briefing on plenary session

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The European Parliament will hold a last-minute press briefing at 16:30 today as a short preparatory media update ahead of the 5–8 October plenary session for journalists.

Daphne Caruana Galizia Prize shortlist announced

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The European Parliament announced the jury has shortlisted ten investigations for the sixth Daphne Caruana Galizia Prize for Journalism, highlighting support for investigative reporting.

Press briefing on plenary session agenda

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Spokespersons and political group representatives will hold a press briefing in the Anna Politkovskaya room to outline the agenda and preview debates and votes for next week’s plenary.