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MEPs call on EU Court to assess the compatibility of mass transfer of passenger data with fundamental rights

Posted on November 25, 2014 by Press releases from ALDE

MEPs today approved a proposal by the Liberal and Democrat Group (ALDE) to ask the European Court of Justice (ECJ) on the legality of mass data transfers to third countries before voting on the new EU-Canada agreement on the exchange of p…

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ECJ ruling is a blow to those seeking to curtail EU free movement

Posted on November 11, 2014 by Press releases from ALDE

In a landmark case today, the European Court of Justice has ruled that economically inactive EU nationals who go to another EU country solely in order to obtain social assistance can be excluded from certain social benefits.

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Roadmap to Transparency for a truly democratic Europe

Posted on September 24, 2014 by Press releases from ALDE

Roadmap to Transparency for a truly democratic Europe
At today’s launch of the Roadmap to Transparency, Dutch liberal MEP Sophie in ‘t Veld calls for more transparency with regard to EU law making and better public access to documents. Her action plan contains practical and concrete recommendations for a more transparent Europe. “The days of diplomats negotiating in back rooms are over, “she says.

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Liberals criticize Europol’s refusal to disclose information under pressure from USA

Posted on September 4, 2014 by Press releases from ALDE

Liberals criticize Europol’s refusal to disclose information under pressure from USA
In response to pressure from the USA, Europol refused the European Ombudsman to disclose a report requested by Dutch liberal Sophie in ‘t Veld, ALDE vice-president (Netherlands, D66).
This became evident today following reporting of the European Ombudsman, see: (http://www.ombudsman.europa.eu/cases/decision.faces/en/54678/html.bookmark).

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Dutch liberal Sophie in ‘t Veld wins transparency lawsuit against the Council of Ministers

Posted on July 3, 2014 by Press releases from ALDE

Sophie in ‘t veld, vice-chair of the liberal group in the European Parliament (ALDE) has won her legal case against the Council of Ministers over lack of transparency.

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Google case: ALDE welcomes ECJ’s landmark ruling on data protection and privacy

Posted on May 13, 2014 by Press releases from ALDE

Google case: ALDE welcomes ECJ’s landmark ruling on data protection and privacy
ALDE welcomes today’s European Union Court of Justice ruling which holds internet search engine operators responsible for the processing of personal data from any webpages and obliges them to respond to ordinary people’s legitimate requests to erase or modify search results affecting their right to privacy.

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Data protection package strengthens citizens’ rights

Posted on March 12, 2014 by Press releases from ALDE

The European Parliament today agreed its common position on proposals for a new EU Data Protection Regulation and a Directive on data processing in law enforcement. This update comes with the need to face the rapid technological changes …

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NSA scandal: EP proposes clear plan against mass surveillance of EU citizens

Posted on March 12, 2014 by Press releases from ALDE

“I am very proud that this Parliament is the only Parliament, and the only institution in Europe that has raised this issue and I regret that no Parliament, nor EU Member State has seriously addressed this unprecedented massive violation…

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ALDE calls for an end to secrecy of public documents

Posted on March 11, 2014 by Press releases from ALDE

ALDE calls for an end to secrecy of public documents
“This is the moment to make EU institutions more transparent, to give citizens more trust. Trust of citizens hinges on openness and accountability of the politicians who represent them. Europe is becoming a political union, discretion and confidentiality must make room for transparency and open government” says ALDE MEP and rapporteur Sophie in’t Veld (D66, Netherlands).

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European Arrest Warrant reform will strengthen human rights and improve efficiency

Posted on February 27, 2014 by Press releases from ALDE

The European Parliament today overwhelmingly backed a report by ALDE MEP Sarah Ludford (Lib Dem, UK) calling for major reforms to the European Arrest Warrant, including a human rights safeguard clause to help avoid miscarriages of justice…

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