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Jean-Luc Mélenchon | MEP | GUE/NGL | en | fr | 2010-07-06T00:00:00 | 2010 | Explanations of voteVideo of the speechesPV | The current crisis is due not to statistical inaccuracies, but to the dogmatism being shown by the governing liberal elites. This report advocates absolute respect for the Stability and Growth Pact. It urges the introduction of unannounced controls on the budgets of the Member States. It builds up suspicion into a pol... | null |
Nuno Melo | MEP | PPE | en | pt | 2010-07-06T00:00:00 | 2010 | Explanations of voteVideo of the speechesPV | The quality and viability of statistical data on the economic performance of EU countries are of crucial importance for ascertaining the real condition of economies in Member States. The Greek statistical data, which, according to the news, were biased and did not reflect the reality of the economy, were an important ... | null |
Andreas Mölzer | MEP | NI | en | de | 2010-07-06T00:00:00 | 2010 | Explanations of voteVideo of the speechesPV | The amendment of the regulation as regards the quality of statistical data in the context of the excessive deficit procedure represents a particularly important and urgent measure in view of the present problems in most of the national budgets of the Member States. The Stability and Growth Pact, which is now to be rev... | null |
Rareş-Lucian Niculescu | MEP | PPE | en | ro | 2010-07-06T00:00:00 | 2010 | Explanations of voteVideo of the speechesPV | The quality of statistical data is particularly important at the moment, given the need for a rapid response to any potential economic warning sign. If the previous data is known, there is no need for additional arguments. Moreover, statistical data is a useful tool in every sector where the European Union has powers ... | null |
Maria do Céu Patrão Neves | MEP | PPE | en | pt | 2010-07-06T00:00:00 | 2010 | Explanations of voteVideo of the speechesPV | The European Commission’s proposal was very positive and it was improved by the respective changes introduced by Parliament, namely: - that the Commission (Eurostat) receive an appropriate competence framework, adequate staffing and as much independence as possible; - harmonisation of statistical data collection; - st... | null |
Zigmantas Balčytis | MEP | S&D | en | lt | 2010-07-06T00:00:00 | 2010 | Explanations of voteVideo of the speechesPV | I supported this report. The European Union Strategy for the Baltic Sea region is the first and, until now, the only attempt to create a complex common development strategy. Today it is clear that the actions carried out by individual Member States are not effective enough and fragmented, and therefore it is necessary... | null |
Alain Cadec | MEP | PPE | en | fr | 2010-07-06T00:00:00 | 2010 | Explanations of voteVideo of the speechesPV | I welcome the report on the European Union Strategy for the Baltic Sea region. The macro-regional concept provides concrete answers to a large number of challenges we are currently facing which go beyond national borders. The Baltic Sea strategy is the first attempt to make use of macro-regions. It will allow territor... | null |
Maria Da Graça Carvalho | MEP | PPE | en | pt | 2010-07-06T00:00:00 | 2010 | Explanations of voteVideo of the speechesPV | The European strategy for the Baltic region is the first attempt at creating a common development strategy for a macro-region. The purpose of the strategy is to solve common problems and to concentrate action on achieving shared objectives. There are two major areas of interest for this region: the environment and sci... | null |
Leonidas Donskis | MEP | ALDE | en | lt | 2010-07-06T00:00:00 | 2010 | Explanations of voteVideo of the speechesPV | As a Lithuanian and a Member of the Group of the Alliance of Liberals and Democrats for Europe, I will always support a strategy that will help the Baltic Sea region become the best example of the practice of sustainable development and regional cooperation. The resolution on the European Union Strategy for the Baltic... | null |
Diogo Feio | MEP | PPE | en | pt | 2010-07-06T00:00:00 | 2010 | Explanations of voteVideo of the speechesPV | As I noted earlier with regard to its environmental problems, the European Union should make the Baltic Sea one of its priorities due to the particularly serious circumstances which affect it. As this is now one of the main routes of communication and exchange between Member States, it reminds us of the role that the ... | null |
Bruno Gollnisch | MEP | NI | en | fr | 2010-07-06T00:00:00 | 2010 | Explanations of voteVideo of the speechesPV | Encouraging the cooperation of the Baltic states in order to protect the area and to respond to common challenges relating to economic, social, energy and transport matters, and so on; and, indeed, why not? It seems to me, however, that this cooperation could very easily take place without the interference of the Euro... | null |
Barbara Matera | MEP | PPE | en | it | 2010-07-06T00:00:00 | 2010 | Explanations of voteVideo of the speechesPV | I voted for the European Union Strategy for the Baltic Sea region and the role of the macro-regions in the future cohesion policy. I agree with Mr Olejniczak that the strategy for the Baltic Sea region must act as a gateway, a pilot project, for future macro-regional strategies. In the evolution of the European Union,... | null |
Jean-Luc Mélenchon | MEP | GUE/NGL | en | fr | 2010-07-06T00:00:00 | 2010 | Explanations of voteVideo of the speechesPV | The only merit of this report is that it demands the elimination of pollution in the Baltic Sea. This elimination is necessary for the preservation of our ecosystem. It must be carried out as quickly as possible. However, this text is characterised by the same dogmatism as most of the reports that we are voting on. Wh... | null |
Nuno Melo | MEP | PPE | en | pt | 2010-07-06T00:00:00 | 2010 | Explanations of voteVideo of the speechesPV | The Baltic Sea is one of the most polluted seas in the world, which means that the concept of macro-regions, where the focus is on common, shared objectives or development problems due to their geographical characteristics and conditions, and the attempt to create a common, integrated development strategy for this mac... | null |
Rolandas Paksas | MEP | ID | en | lt | 2010-07-06T00:00:00 | 2010 | Explanations of voteVideo of the speechesPV | I voted for the report on the European Union strategy for the Baltic Sea region and the role of macro-regions in the future cohesion policy, above all, because the strategy’s implementation process must proceed more rapidly, in particular when implementing energy policy, one of the priority areas of this strategy. Thi... | null |
Justas Vincas Paleckis | MEP | S&D | en | lt | 2010-07-06T00:00:00 | 2010 | Explanations of voteVideo of the speechesPV | In the EU, it is important to have a macro-regional vision of the Baltic Sea region. Cooperation on the environment, energy and other areas with non-EU Member States such as Russia and Belarus is also beneficial. Undoubtedly, I also voted for the report because it correctly indicates that EU Member States should becom... | null |
Raül Romeva i Rueda | MEP | Greens/EFA | en | en | 2010-07-06T00:00:00 | 2010 | Explanations of voteVideo of the speechesPV | The strategy for the Baltic Sea region is the first attempt to create a common development strategy for a macro-region. It is a functional area focusing on common development goals and problems, with certain common features and geographical determinants. As Greens, we believe it is important that Green/EFA amendments w... | null |
Nuno Teixeira | MEP | PPE | en | pt | 2010-07-06T00:00:00 | 2010 | Explanations of voteVideo of the speechesPV | This report advocates the importance of developing strategies for macro-regions in the European Union. These are seen as a set of territories grouped around common objectives and challenges. The report is devoted to the EU strategy for the Baltic Sea region in the form of a pilot initiative. I support this motion, as ... | null |
Viktor Uspaskich | MEP | ALDE | en | en | 2010-07-06T00:00:00 | 2010 | Explanations of voteVideo of the speechesPV | The EU strategy holds enormous potential for us and our neighbours within several policy areas. Successful implementation of the strategy could enhance the region’s prosperity and accessibility, and ensure security in the region and protect the environment. Optimal results can only be achieved with the pooling of resou... | null |
Artur Zasada | MEP | PPE | en | pl | 2010-07-06T00:00:00 | 2010 | Explanations of voteVideo of the speechesPV | I congratulate the rapporteur on a very well drafted report. Of course, I endorsed the report on the European Union strategy for the Baltic Sea region and the role of macro-regions in future cohesion policy. The document refers to several crucial issues: the environment, energy and external affairs. In my opinion, one... | null |
Joachim Zeller | MEP | PPE | en | de | 2010-07-06T00:00:00 | 2010 | Explanations of voteVideo of the speechesPV | I am pleased that the report on the strategy for the Baltic Sea region has received such broad support in Parliament, and, as shadow rapporteur for my group, I would like to thank the rapporteur for his constructive cooperation. The report reflects the various challenges that the States bordering the Baltic Sea are fa... | null |
Luís Paulo Alves | MEP | S&D | en | pt | 2010-07-06T00:00:00 | 2010 | Explanations of voteVideo of the speechesPV | I voted in favour of the present report as I believe the contribution that EU regional policy can make to the plan to revive the European economy to be essential. Regional policy should be viewed as a long-term EU development policy which champions renewed competitiveness and employment in the Member States. The fight... | null |
Alfredo Antoniozzi | MEP | PPE | en | it | 2010-07-06T00:00:00 | 2010 | Explanations of voteVideo of the speechesPV | I voted in favour of this report because I recognise how crucially important regional policy is in helping us face the consequences of the lengthy economic and financial crisis we are experiencing. Unfortunately, the so-called Objective 2 regions of Europe have paid a very high price in unemployment and social exclusi... | null |
Sophie Auconie | MEP | PPE | en | fr | 2010-07-06T00:00:00 | 2010 | Explanations of voteVideo of the speechesPV | We need to know that the European Union’s regional policy is the main European factor in reviving the economy; as the report emphasises, it is the most important source of EU investment in the real economy. It is important, however, that the economic revival in our regions does not just take place now, but also over t... | null |
Zigmantas Balčytis | MEP | S&D | en | lt | 2010-07-06T00:00:00 | 2010 | Explanations of voteVideo of the speechesPV | I supported this report. A properly coordinated EU regional policy may strengthen competitiveness and employment in the EU’s regions. In the context of the global financial and economic crisis and the current economic slowdown, EU regional policy is a key delivery instrument, making a decisive contribution to the Euro... | null |
Mara Bizzotto | MEP | ID | en | it | 2010-07-06T00:00:00 | 2010 | Explanations of voteVideo of the speechesPV | The European Union has always paid scant attention to the world of SMEs, committing itself more to words than to deeds in policies focused on competitiveness and innovation. Above all, this Europe is far removed from local institutions and from those administrative bodies that are furthest from the centre but closest ... | null |
Sebastian Valentin Bodu | MEP | PPE | en | ro | 2010-07-06T00:00:00 | 2010 | Explanations of voteVideo of the speechesPV | The European Union and its Member States are facing a major financial, economic and social crisis. They must make considerable efforts to secure as many jobs as possible and achieve the highest possible employment rate in Europe. In order to beat this crisis, the EU must step up its efforts and invest in skills, vocat... | null |
Alain Cadec | MEP | PPE | en | fr | 2010-07-06T00:00:00 | 2010 | Explanations of voteVideo of the speechesPV | The cohesion policy constitutes an important source of financing for the European regions, and in this sense it plays a decisive role in the fight against the economic and financial crisis. I join the rapporteur in emphasising the particular importance of Objective 2. While the Structural Funds must definitely contrib... | null |
Maria Da Graça Carvalho | MEP | PPE | en | pt | 2010-07-06T00:00:00 | 2010 | Explanations of voteVideo of the speechesPV | This report focuses on the contribution of EU regional policy to resolving the economic crisis. The structural funds are essential for investment in areas that contribute to improving productivity, and to economic growth. The role of the structural funds is all the more significant at a time of budgetary restrictions,... | null |
Mário David | MEP | PPE | en | pt | 2010-07-06T00:00:00 | 2010 | Explanations of voteVideo of the speechesPV | Having noted that the recently adopted EU 2020 strategy is structured around economic, social and territorial cohesion, a dynamic cohesion policy, and that the structural funds are indispensable tools for achieving the objective of sustainable and inclusive growth in the Member States, particularly in the regions, I v... | null |
Diogo Feio | MEP | PPE | en | pt | 2010-07-06T00:00:00 | 2010 | Explanations of voteVideo of the speechesPV | Given the importance of the principle of solidarity, I believe that it is crucial for the Community funds for cohesion policy to be implemented effectively. As I have had the opportunity to say on other occasions, the efficient allocation of EU cohesion funds is vital in reducing the imbalances in various regions of t... | null |
José Manuel Fernandes | MEP | PPE | en | pt | 2010-07-06T00:00:00 | 2010 | Explanations of voteVideo of the speechesPV | Regional cohesion is a fundamental objective of the European Union, and it has particular importance in this period of severe and prolonged economic crisis, with a strong impact on the level of unemployment, especially in poorer regions. With the 2006 reform, Objective 2 related to the strengthening of regional compet... | null |
João Ferreira | MEP | GUE/NGL | en | pt | 2010-07-06T00:00:00 | 2010 | Explanations of voteVideo of the speechesPV | The report under discussion is not another attempt to absolve of any blame those who are really responsible for the economic and social crisis that we are currently experiencing, nor is it another attempt to solely accredit workers and the public for allegedly overcoming this crisis. The document warmly supports the k... | null |
Juozas Imbrasas | MEP | ID | en | lt | 2010-07-06T00:00:00 | 2010 | Explanations of voteVideo of the speechesPV | Mr President, today we are discussing the economic and financial crisis, but can we really learn from the lessons of this crisis? Inadequate regulation in the United States of America, when banks gave loans to insolvent clients who were unable to repay these, inevitably led to the toxic loan crisis and we will continu... | null |
Iosif Matula | MEP | PPE | en | ro | 2010-07-06T00:00:00 | 2010 | Explanations of voteVideo of the speechesPV | I voted for this report as I consider regional competitiveness and employment to be a key element of cohesion policy, given the current financial crisis which has slowed down the process of economic growth. It is important now for us to take into account the EU 2020 strategy priorities in order to identify and impleme... | null |
Nuno Melo | MEP | PPE | en | pt | 2010-07-06T00:00:00 | 2010 | Explanations of voteVideo of the speechesPV | The positive response to combating the financial and economic crisis has demonstrated the importance of EU regional policy. In spite of this, the specific case of Objective 2 covers more than 300 million people in poorer regions who are also suffering the consequences of this severe crisis. This, then, is the time to ... | null |
Robert Rochefort | MEP | ALDE | en | fr | 2010-07-06T00:00:00 | 2010 | Explanations of voteVideo of the speechesPV | I voted in favour of Mrs Kratsa-Tsagaropoulou’s report relating to the contribution of EU regional policy towards fighting the financial and economic crisis. EU regional policy, the main Community source of investment in the real economy, can make a decisive contribution to the European Economic Recovery Plan. No less... | null |
Raül Romeva i Rueda | MEP | Greens/EFA | en | en | 2010-07-06T00:00:00 | 2010 | Explanations of voteVideo of the speechesPV | In the context of the global financial and economic crisis, EU regional policy makes a contribution to the Economic Recovery Plan by speeding up implementation of programmes under the cohesion policy. The policy of ‘pre-financing’ for programmes under the 2007-2013 cohesion policy resulted in immediate liquidity of EUR... | null |
Catherine Stihler | MEP | S&D | en | en | 2010-07-06T00:00:00 | 2010 | Explanations of voteVideo of the speechesPV | It is so important that we use collective action across the EU to combat the global economic crisis which we are facing. I fully welcome this report. | null |
Eva-Britt Svensson | MEP | GUE/NGL | en | sv | 2010-07-06T00:00:00 | 2010 | Explanations of voteVideo of the speechesPV | I abstained from voting on the report. There are certain views that I wholeheartedly share, for example, the passage regarding increasing the participation of women in the labour market. However, I have my doubts about the fixation on competitiveness that pervades the document. The own-initiative report calls for an i... | null |
Nuno Teixeira | MEP | PPE | en | pt | 2010-07-06T00:00:00 | 2010 | Explanations of voteVideo of the speechesPV | This report by the Committee on Regional Development takes a realistic and very current approach to the situation that the Member States and their regions are experiencing, given the context of the economic and financial crisis ravaging Europe. Since I am from Madeira, an outermost region classified as a region target... | null |
Viktor Uspaskich | MEP | ALDE | en | en | 2010-07-06T00:00:00 | 2010 | Explanations of voteVideo of the speechesPV | Due to the lack of a single, effective mechanism for economic coordination and balanced growth within the European Union, cohesion policy is playing a leading role in helping us get back on our feet. In particular, Objective 2 of the Structural Funds has been – and remains – one of the most important pillars of cohesio... | null |
Derek Vaughan | MEP | S&D | en | en | 2010-07-06T00:00:00 | 2010 | Explanations of voteVideo of the speechesPV | I supported this resolution as EU regional funds are vital in helping those areas worst affected by the current economic crisis. Flexible access to these funds is necessary if regions are to benefit from investment in infrastructure and support for small businesses. I agree fully with the importance of improving aid to... | null |
Alfredo Antoniozzi | MEP | PPE | en | it | 2010-07-06T00:00:00 | 2010 | Explanations of voteVideo of the speechesPV | I voted in favour of this report because I believe that the assessments and the recommendations made by the European Parliament in this document, which should aim to bring the bus transport sector up to the quality levels of the air and rail transport sectors, must be strongly supported. Unfortunately the Council has ... | null |
Sophie Auconie | MEP | PPE | en | fr | 2010-07-06T00:00:00 | 2010 | Explanations of voteVideo of the speechesPV | This report aims to improve the rights of bus and coach passengers, an ambition which I welcomed by voting in favour. I also took a position in favour of greater convenience in these modes of transport for disabled people and people with reduced mobility, as well as more guarantees for all passengers in case of accide... | null |
Liam Aylward | MEP | ALDE | en | ga | 2010-07-06T00:00:00 | 2010 | Explanations of voteVideo of the speechesPV | I welcome what the proposal says about establishing rules for transporting passengers on buses and coaches to eliminate discrimination on the basis of disability. I welcome what it says concerning proportionate compensation and the provision of appropriate assistance to passengers in case of cancellation or delay. It ... | null |
Zigmantas Balčytis | MEP | S&D | en | lt | 2010-07-06T00:00:00 | 2010 | Explanations of voteVideo of the speechesPV | I support this regulation concerning passenger rights in bus and coach transport. The aim of this regulation is to establish the rights of passengers when travelling by bus and coach in order to improve the attractiveness of passenger transport by road and to achieve a level playing field between carriers from differe... | null |
Jan Březina | MEP | PPE | en | cs | 2010-07-06T00:00:00 | 2010 | Explanations of voteVideo of the speechesPV | Bus and coach transport is the only form of transport where there is still no pan-European measure on passenger rights. The persistence of varying levels of passenger protection depending on the form of transport being used is unacceptable. I therefore voted in favour of the report on passenger rights in bus and coach... | null |
Carlos Coelho | MEP | PPE | en | pt | 2010-07-06T00:00:00 | 2010 | Explanations of voteVideo of the speechesPV | This regulation is aimed at establishing a common framework of rights for bus passengers, guaranteeing them a level of protection comparable to that already established for other means of transport, such as trains and aeroplanes. At the level of passenger carrying road transport, it is important to arrive at comparabl... | null |
Edite Estrela | MEP | S&D | en | pt | 2010-07-06T00:00:00 | 2010 | Explanations of voteVideo of the speechesPV | I voted in favour of the report on the rights of passengers in bus and coach transport, as it means strengthening the rights of members of the public who use these means of transport, including compensating passengers for delays, cancellation or accidents, and assisting people with disabilities. | null |
Diogo Feio | MEP | PPE | en | pt | 2010-07-06T00:00:00 | 2010 | Explanations of voteVideo of the speechesPV | Irrespective of the means of transport they use, passengers have the right to a good quality and safe service. For this reason, I think this proposal to introduce harmonised rules on passenger rights in bus and coach transport throughout the EU is a positive step. Furthermore, I believe that passenger rights should es... | null |
José Manuel Fernandes | MEP | PPE | en | pt | 2010-07-06T00:00:00 | 2010 | Explanations of voteVideo of the speechesPV | The European Union should be strategically guided by and prioritise the creation of conditions to promote and strengthen the use of public transport. This is an issue that is crucial to the success of a Europe committed to combating climate change and urban pollution, promoting the use of renewable energy and reducing... | null |
João Ferreira | MEP | GUE/NGL | en | pt | 2010-07-06T00:00:00 | 2010 | Explanations of voteVideo of the speechesPV | The changes proposed to the second reading generally guarantee an improvement in passenger rights for collective road transport, which we support. We note that the approved changes also improve on the previous version, by guaranteeing, in particular: – That passengers should be able to benefit from rules on accountabi... | null |
Bruno Gollnisch | MEP | NI | en | fr | 2010-07-06T00:00:00 | 2010 | Explanations of voteVideo of the speechesPV | For some months, the Commission has been focusing its attention on the rights of consumers, and particularly those of passengers travelling on all modes of transport. It cannot, however, treat the bus or coach transport sector, which essentially consists of small and medium-sized enterprises, in the same way as it tre... | null |
Nathalie Griesbeck | MEP | ALDE | en | fr | 2010-07-06T00:00:00 | 2010 | Explanations of voteVideo of the speechesPV | Bus and coach passengers must enjoy rights similar to those already granted by European legislation to air and sea passengers. Bus passengers cannot and must not be the only ones not to be protected by a Union regulation. This is the key message that I want to send by voting for this report, and I strongly regret that... | null |
Giovanni La Via | MEP | PPE | en | it | 2010-07-06T00:00:00 | 2010 | Explanations of voteVideo of the speechesPV | I voted in favour of Mr Cancian’s report on behalf of all passengers, who must receive the recognition they deserve in the event of personal injury or damage to luggage, or cancellations of and delays in the services operated by carriers. In this way, carriers should be liable for loss of or damage to passengers’ lugg... | null |
David Martin | MEP | S&D | en | en | 2010-07-06T00:00:00 | 2010 | Explanations of voteVideo of the speechesPV | Greater rights for bus and coach passengers are strongly required, and this second reading of the draft regulation reinstates some greatly needed provisions for the liability of carriers, for the rights of passengers in instances of delay or cancellation and, in particular, for the rights of disabled persons and person... | null |
Nuno Melo | MEP | PPE | en | pt | 2010-07-06T00:00:00 | 2010 | Explanations of voteVideo of the speechesPV | The scant regulation of the rights of passengers on bus and coach transport has led to the need for this legislative resolution to be adopted, as the rights of passengers should always be safeguarded, regardless of the type of transport that they are using. It is also very important to adapt transport infrastructure, ... | null |
Wojciech Michał Olejniczak | MEP | S&D | en | pl | 2010-07-06T00:00:00 | 2010 | Explanations of voteVideo of the speechesPV | One of the roles of the EU institutions is to side with the citizens in conflicts with the business world – a world which makes every effort to maximise profit. These efforts often strike at the rights of disabled persons, who often encounter situations of discrimination when they try to be mobile and when they want t... | null |
Alfredo Pallone | MEP | PPE | en | it | 2010-07-06T00:00:00 | 2010 | Explanations of voteVideo of the speechesPV | I voted in favour and I congratulate Mr Cancian on his report, which I feel is thorough. I also applaud the attention paid to the needs of disabled passengers and passengers with reduced mobility, for whom public transport represents a fundamental means by which to integrate into society, and to the needs of small and... | null |
Frédérique Ries | MEP | ALDE | en | fr | 2010-07-06T00:00:00 | 2010 | Explanations of voteVideo of the speechesPV | This is a regulation which affects the everyday life of European citizens, but which is late in being adopted, as the European Parliament considered the Council’s position to lack ambition and to be unacceptable. Just like those travelling on other modes of transport, bus and coach passengers have essential rights whi... | null |
Robert Rochefort | MEP | ALDE | en | fr | 2010-07-06T00:00:00 | 2010 | Explanations of voteVideo of the speechesPV | I voted in favour of the Cancian report concerning the rights of passengers in bus and coach transport. This regulation is essential in terms of protecting the rights of travellers, in that it establishes European rules concerning the information which is to be given to passengers before and during their journey, assi... | null |
Raül Romeva i Rueda | MEP | Greens/EFA | en | en | 2010-07-06T00:00:00 | 2010 | Explanations of voteVideo of the speechesPV | The Cancian recommendation on ‘passengers’ rights for buses/coaches’ was adopted, including the paragraphs relating to aspects as important as liability rules with accidents (2), liability with loss/damage of luggage (3), liability in the event of death or personal injury (4), and more precise formulations for care of ... | null |
Oreste Rossi | MEP | ID | en | it | 2010-07-06T00:00:00 | 2010 | Explanations of voteVideo of the speechesPV | Whilst the Council’s proposal excludes regular urban, suburban and regional transport services as well as cross-border services, giving Member States the chance to avoid applying the legislation to national services for 15 years, the report substantially restores the important measures of the initial report. These inc... | null |
Vilja Savisaar | MEP | ALDE | en | et | 2010-07-06T00:00:00 | 2010 | Explanations of voteVideo of the speechesPV | Today’s vote on the report concerning the rights of bus passengers brings in changes which, from one point of view, are expensive, but which are nevertheless necessary to guarantee all Europeans equal opportunities in using such services. I believe we should fully support the principle that in future, buses purchased ... | null |
Nuno Teixeira | MEP | PPE | en | pt | 2010-07-06T00:00:00 | 2010 | Explanations of voteVideo of the speechesPV | Today, we voted upon two reports that are extremely important to the daily life of passengers, and which aim to ensure that users of the respective services have a range of rights as comparable as possible to those already in place for other means of transport. The position outlined by the Council regarding the propos... | null |
John Attard-Montalto | MEP | S&D | en | en | 2010-07-06T00:00:00 | 2010 | Explanations of voteVideo of the speechesPV | The concerns with the report voted are the following: – the widening of the scope of the regulation to also cover small boats would impose additional burdens on small boat operators and, in many cases, it would not be possible for them to comply with the requirements of the regulation; – in several of the amendments, r... | null |
Sophie Auconie | MEP | PPE | en | fr | 2010-07-06T00:00:00 | 2010 | Explanations of voteVideo of the speechesPV | I voted in favour of this draft regulation concerning the rights of passengers travelling by sea or inland waterway, because it seems to me to be vital to increase the rights of my fellow Europeans. In particular, the rights of disabled people and people with reduced mobility are to be strengthened thanks to this repo... | null |
Carlos Coelho | MEP | PPE | en | pt | 2010-07-06T00:00:00 | 2010 | Explanations of voteVideo of the speechesPV | The full liberalisation of the maritime passenger transport market can only be achieved when the consumers (not just the companies) can derive the maximum benefits. It is crucial that consumers are given effective rights to ensure that liberalisation allows for real choice. We should not forget that 22 of the 27 EU Me... | null |
Diogo Feio | MEP | PPE | en | pt | 2010-07-06T00:00:00 | 2010 | Explanations of voteVideo of the speechesPV | Following the success of Community initiatives in the regulation of passengers’ rights on air and rail transport, we now have a proposal for regulation of passengers’ rights on maritime transport and inland waterways. These, as I said about the recommendation that we have just voted upon, state that, irrespective of t... | null |
José Manuel Fernandes | MEP | PPE | en | pt | 2010-07-06T00:00:00 | 2010 | Explanations of voteVideo of the speechesPV | I support this report as it advocates equal treatment and criteria for users of different types of public transport, whether by air, sea or land, in order to ensure that the rights of members of the public are protected in extraordinary and exceptional situations that may occur in using sea transport. The responsibili... | null |
Sylvie Guillaume | MEP | S&D | en | fr | 2010-07-06T00:00:00 | 2010 | Explanations of voteVideo of the speechesPV | I voted for the Ayala Sender report concerning the rights of passengers travelling by sea or inland waterway, because I consider it important that these passengers should enjoy the same rights and guarantees as air passengers. Whether in case of delay, breakdown, loss of luggage or, more seriously, in case of accident... | null |
Ian Hudghton | MEP | Greens/EFA | en | en | 2010-07-06T00:00:00 | 2010 | Explanations of voteVideo of the speechesPV | The new rights afforded to passengers on boats and ships are to be welcomed. Many areas of Scotland are dependent on passenger ferries for their survival and it is correct that people living in these communities are given strong consumer protection. The EU-wide nature of this legislation will also afford protection to ... | null |
Juozas Imbrasas | MEP | ID | en | lt | 2010-07-06T00:00:00 | 2010 | Explanations of voteVideo of the speechesPV | I agree with this proposal concerning the passenger rights when travelling by sea and inland waterway which, alongside one on the rights of bus and coach passengers, is part of a package put forward by the European Commission in December 2008. These proposals seek to build on the rights gained by air and rail travelle... | null |
Nuno Melo | MEP | PPE | en | pt | 2010-07-06T00:00:00 | 2010 | Explanations of voteVideo of the speechesPV | The European Union should concern itself with the rights of passengers travelling by sea and inland waterways, so that they have a high level of protection comparable to that already in place on other means of transport. Passengers with reduced mobility due to illness, age or any other factor should also benefit from ... | null |
Andreas Mölzer | MEP | NI | en | de | 2010-07-06T00:00:00 | 2010 | Explanations of voteVideo of the speechesPV | Passengers on ships, no matter whether travelling on inland waterways or by sea, should be granted the same rights as those travelling by air and rail. These passengers should also have the opportunity to submit compensation claims. In this case, too, it is primarily about accommodating people with particular needs. I... | null |
Raül Romeva i Rueda | MEP | Greens/EFA | en | en | 2010-07-06T00:00:00 | 2010 | Explanations of voteVideo of the speechesPV | With the adoption of the Ayala recommendation on the rights of passengers when travelling by sea and inland waterway, the agreement with the Transport Council was entirely adopted, so the regulation is finalised at second reading. However, I have to show my concern regarding the fact that one of the amendments included... | null |
Oreste Rossi | MEP | ID | en | it | 2010-07-06T00:00:00 | 2010 | Explanations of voteVideo of the speechesPV | Despite the fact that the report pays particular attention to the rights of passengers with reduced mobility and the legislation in favour of passengers is strengthened, we are voting against the proposal as we believe that there are numerical limits which prevent the legislation from being applicable in full. | null |
Laurence J.A.J. Stassen | MEP | NI | en | nl | 2010-07-06T00:00:00 | 2010 | Explanations of voteVideo of the speechesPV | The Dutch Party for Freedom (PVV) feels very strongly about the rights of passengers, particularly disabled passengers, and so we wish to afford the rights of these passengers the best possible protection. However, we do not consider European legislation to be the right instrument for protecting passenger rights. The ... | null |
Nuno Teixeira | MEP | PPE | en | pt | 2010-07-06T00:00:00 | 2010 | Explanations of voteVideo of the speechesPV | The objective of this report is to give maritime transport passengers a framework of legal protection that is similar to the one that already exists for rail and air transport, with particular emphasis on passengers with disabilities and restricted mobility. I am pleased to note again that there is a reference to natu... | null |
Derek Vaughan | MEP | S&D | en | en | 2010-07-06T00:00:00 | 2010 | Explanations of voteVideo of the speechesPV | I fully support the decision to give ferry and boat passengers compensation when facing delays or cancellations. As is the case with the airline industry, passengers deserve to be protected against disruption. Access to services should be a priority, and I am pleased to see that the rights of disabled passengers are be... | null |
Maria Da Graça Carvalho | MEP | PPE | en | pt | 2010-07-06T00:00:00 | 2010 | Explanations of voteVideo of the speechesPV | Consumer rights must be protected. This legislation is heading in the right direction, giving more rights to passengers travelling by boat or coach. Passengers on maritime transport will have rights similar to those stipulated in European legislation for aeroplane and train passengers. For example, passengers will be ... | null |
Carlo Fidanza | MEP | PPE | en | it | 2010-07-06T00:00:00 | 2010 | Explanations of voteVideo of the speechesPV | We could have celebrated today had we jointly approved the two regulations concerning the rights of passengers when travelling by sea and inland waterway and in bus and coach transport; instead, we have missed an opportunity. I welcome the adoption of the regulation concerning travel by sea and inland waterway. In par... | null |
Sophie Auconie | MEP | PPE | en | fr | 2010-07-06T00:00:00 | 2010 | Explanations of voteVideo of the speechesPV | This report aims to accelerate the deployment and interoperability of intelligent transport systems in road transport at European Union level. I am always concerned about improving territorial cohesion within the Union, and I believe that this directive will be a step forward in this direction. I therefore supported i... | null |
Zigmantas Balčytis | MEP | S&D | en | lt | 2010-07-06T00:00:00 | 2010 | Explanations of voteVideo of the speechesPV | I supported this regulation on the deployment of Intelligent Transport Systems in the field of road transport and for interfaces with other modes of transport. In order to solve increasing road infrastructure problems, there are proposals to deploy advanced information and communication technologies. However, first of... | null |
Carlos Coelho | MEP | PPE | en | pt | 2010-07-06T00:00:00 | 2010 | Explanations of voteVideo of the speechesPV | The effectiveness of using information and communications technology in the sphere of road transport is indisputable. However, it has been verified that Intelligent Transport Systems (ITS) are being used in a fragmented and inefficient manner. It is urgent to set out a legislative framework that harmonises the systems... | null |
Edite Estrela | MEP | S&D | en | pt | 2010-07-06T00:00:00 | 2010 | Explanations of voteVideo of the speechesPV | I voted in favour of the report on Intelligent Transport Systems in the sphere of road transport and interfaces with other forms of transport, given that these will allow better safety and organisation of European transport systems, making them more efficient from an economic and environmental viewpoint. | null |
Diogo Feio | MEP | PPE | en | pt | 2010-07-06T00:00:00 | 2010 | Explanations of voteVideo of the speechesPV | The present proposal is for the creation of a legal framework for the implementation of Intelligent Transport Systems (ITS) in Europe in the sphere of road transport and interfaces with other modes (global positioning system, automatic alarm system and traffic control instruments). This directive is intended to ensure... | null |
José Manuel Fernandes | MEP | PPE | en | pt | 2010-07-06T00:00:00 | 2010 | Explanations of voteVideo of the speechesPV | Establishing a framework for the implementation of a system that promotes the coordinated interconnection and sharing of information between the different intelligent land transport systems will be key to ensuring greater efficiency in land mobility within the European Union. Bringing together and harmonising the full... | null |
Nathalie Griesbeck | MEP | ALDE | en | fr | 2010-07-06T00:00:00 | 2010 | Explanations of voteVideo of the speechesPV | I voted enthusiastically for this report, because it promotes the development of so-called intelligent transport systems; that is, the use of new technologies in the field of transport. These systems will enable better monitoring and management of road traffic, as well as greater safety and security for users of road ... | null |
Juozas Imbrasas | MEP | ID | en | lt | 2010-07-06T00:00:00 | 2010 | Explanations of voteVideo of the speechesPV | I voted for this document, because it would accelerate the implementation of intelligent transport system solutions. In the last few years, these solutions were implemented slower than those of other modes of transport with fragmented deployment which leads to a patchwork of national, regional and local solutions. The... | null |
Nuno Melo | MEP | PPE | en | pt | 2010-07-06T00:00:00 | 2010 | Explanations of voteVideo of the speechesPV | The deployment of intelligent transport systems for road transport and its interfaces with other types of transport are essential in ensuring the operability of systems, guaranteeing seamless access to all forms of transport and the creation of mechanisms for cooperation between all stakeholders in the implementation ... | null |
Andreas Mölzer | MEP | NI | en | de | 2010-07-06T00:00:00 | 2010 | Explanations of voteVideo of the speechesPV | If intelligent traffic systems are actually implemented, they must be interoperable. This is where the confusion with the mobile phone chargers was a lesson to us: common standards need to be established beforehand. Some thought was also given to mutual recognition and data protection, hence why I am giving my approva... | null |
Raül Romeva i Rueda | MEP | Greens/EFA | en | en | 2010-07-06T00:00:00 | 2010 | Explanations of voteVideo of the speechesPV | The Greens/EFA have supported the Jensen recommendation on ‘Intelligent Transport Systems’. The agreement with the Council was adopted and the directive has been finalised at second reading. | null |
Oreste Rossi | MEP | ID | en | it | 2010-07-06T00:00:00 | 2010 | Explanations of voteVideo of the speechesPV | We voted in favour of this report as it provides a framework for enacting intelligent transport systems in the Member States with the aim of creating a coordinated and integrated system. Particular attention must be paid to the issue of privacy, listing key principles that shall have to be used for future actions. | null |
Vilja Savisaar | MEP | ALDE | en | et | 2010-07-06T00:00:00 | 2010 | Explanations of voteVideo of the speechesPV | I welcome the fact that in today’s vote, we approved the use of intelligent transport systems in road transport and their interfaces with other modes of transport. In the Committee on Transport and Tourism, I have repeatedly drawn attention to the usefulness and necessity of intelligent transport systems and also, of ... | null |
Diogo Feio | MEP | PPE | en | pt | 2010-07-06T00:00:00 | 2010 | Explanations of voteVideo of the speechesPV | All measures aimed at simplifying procedures and exempting transport within the EU from unnecessary formalities are welcome and deserving of my support. We cannot forget that more bureaucracy means greater costs for companies and, often, loss of efficiency, which cannot be allowed in the times of crisis through which ... | null |
José Manuel Fernandes | MEP | PPE | en | pt | 2010-07-06T00:00:00 | 2010 | Explanations of voteVideo of the speechesPV | In this time of severe economic crisis and sluggishness in the various sectors, compounded by difficulties in the public finances of the Member States, I believe that simplifying legislation and regulations should be a priority, so as to make operating conditions for businesses and institutions more efficient. Shippin... | null |
Nathalie Griesbeck | MEP | ALDE | en | fr | 2010-07-06T00:00:00 | 2010 | Explanations of voteVideo of the speechesPV | I voted with conviction to adopt the legislative resolution, because it makes provision for the simplification of administrative formalities applicable to ships entering or exiting the ports of Member States. I am pleased that it was adopted with a resounding majority. Now, ships will no longer be subject to complex a... | null |
Juozas Imbrasas | MEP | ID | en | lt | 2010-07-06T00:00:00 | 2010 | Explanations of voteVideo of the speechesPV | I supported this report because maritime transport is subject to complex administrative procedures, even in the case of ships moving between two EU ports which do not call at a port in a third country. As a result, there are additional administrative burdens, and thus additional costs, related to the transporting of g... | null |
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