Social protection on Europe - national perogative or an EU concern?

Article Abstract:

Spending on social welfare in the European Union has risen dramatically over the past twenty years and has outstripped that of other major industrial nations. The rising budgets have strained government economies at a time when they are trying to control spending in order to meet the agreed rules for monetary union. The European Commission acknowledges that member nations must continue to fund their social welfare schemes but suggests that they discuss their problems with each other to see how reforms could best be carried out.

Economic aspects, Social policy

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1995: a banner year for European M&A

Article Abstract:

Cross-border merger and acquisition (M&A) activity in the European Union hit record levels in 1995 and totalled over $88 billion, a rise of 87% from 1994. Deals worth over $1 billion accounted for more than half the total at $46 billion. Buyers from the U.S. were most active in the field, followed by British, French and German companies. Most active sectors were banking, pharmaceuticals, utilities and telecommunications. Further details of M&A activity in the European Union during 1995 are included.

Acquisitions and mergers, Statistics

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Commentary: energy and the single market

Article Abstract:

One of the biggest gaps in the European Union's (EU) single market is in the area of energy, with its special problems making it a sensitive issue within member nations. However, the pressures to liberalise the EU's energy industry are increasing, although the establishment of a unified energy policy will be a gradual process, with most countries likely to continue to have some dominant suppliers. A single market for energy will increase competition, but will also have environmental implications.

Regulation and Administration of Communications, Electric, Gas, and Other Utilities, Energy Regulation, Energy policy, Environmental aspects, Power resources, Energy law

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