European Parliament President Roberta Metsola opened the plenary session for 5–8 October with a clear statement condemning violence against women, both online and offline.
What Parliament is doing
In her opening remarks, President Metsola declared that “violence against women, online or offline, is intolerable and deplorable,” and said the Parliament “stands against it with every measure available.” The remarks were delivered at the start of the plenary scheduled for 5–8 October.
Why it matters
The statement frames the upcoming plenary as a moment when the Parliament is positioning itself on the issue of violence against women and recognising the importance of addressing both physical and digital forms of abuse. By emphasising that the institution will deploy “every measure available,” Metsola signalled a comprehensive approach in rhetoric, encompassing actions within the Parliament’s remit.
What happens next
The plenary session runs from 5 to 8 October. The opening statement sets the tone for the week, although the President’s remarks did not specify particular legislative proposals, amendments or procedural steps to be taken during the session. Further details about specific debates, votes or initiatives related to violence against women during the plenary were not included in the opening statement.
Source: European Parliament press release
