Next week in the European Parliament, debates will take place on cyberbullying and child protection, the EU’s first anti-poverty strategy, labour exploitation, trade and agriculture files, and the proposed 2040 climate target. Read more in this EP Think Tank post: epthinktank.eu/2026/02/06/e...

🗓️ Event alert: 27 January 2026 SEAP, together with the European Centre for Public Affairs, is organising an in-person workshop on working effectively with consultants in European public affairs. Register here: www.eventbrite.be/e/seap-ecpa-... #PublicAffairs #Consultancy #Transparency

An eventful year is coming to a close, marking the third year for PLUX Consulting. I want to take this opportunity to thank all my clients, partners and friends for their trust and cooperation. Wishing you relaxing holidays and a healthy, happy and successful New Year!

SEAP welcomes the EU Ombudswoman's findings on the need for transparency and proper scrutiny in urgent EU law-making. As SEAP President Emma Brown notes: “The EU can move fast and still respect its own standards.” Read the full statement here: seap.be/statement-on...

🇪🇺🇩🇰 Today, Denmark takes over the Presidency of the Council of the EU. Its programme focuses on security, support for Ukraine, competitiveness, and the green transition. Find out more here: danish-presidency.consilium.europa.eu/en/programme...

The EU Commission has launched a consultation on the Consumer Agenda 2025–2030 and an Action Plan for Consumers in the Single Market. Stakeholders can share their views until 11 August 2025. Find out more here: ec.europa.eu/info/law/bet... #Consultation #ConsumerPolicy #SingleMarket

This promises to be very insightful and inspiring. Looking forward!

📣 New rules at the European Parliament: as of 1 May, lobbyists must activate their access badge daily using terminals at the entrance — even if your badge is marked “active” online. More bureaucracy, more waiting — what is the added value? #EUpublicaffairs #lobbying #transparency

Have a nice working day, my Belgian colleagues and friends, and enjoy the slightly shorter long #Easter weekend! www.brusselstimes.com/belgium/1538...

A useful briefing from the EP think tank, especially for EU professionals who are at the beginning of their career. 🤔

If you haven’t seen it yet, don’t miss this beautiful natural spectacle. The #Hallerbos is just outside of Brussels. A perfect trip for a sunny weekend. www.brusselstimes.com/belgium/1529...

Hm, somehow, yesterday's appearance by the party leaders of the future German #coalition government reminds me of the concerts by electronic music pioneers #Kraftwerk. #Germany #Deutschland #SchwarzRot #Koalition #Regierung #Merz #Söder #Klingbeil #Esken

Two weeks to go. Join us on 27 March and register now!

Take part in this #event on 25 March and find out what you always wanted to know about #lobbying. #BeersPoliticsEU

Our survey on the new EU transparency regulations is still ongoing. Please let us know your experiences!

🇩🇪 🗳️ The eagerly awaited results of the early parliamentary #elections in #Germany are now known. Read here how commentators in the European press assess the election results: www.eurotopics.net/en/334578/ge... - via eurotopics.net

❓Are you affected by the new EU #transparency rules? Have you ever had a concern about the publication of minutes of meetings with Commission officials? If yes, please take part in our #survey! Click here: 👉 forms.gle/7qGBDnRWegFt...

🇪🇺 The European Commission's long-awaited #workprogramme for 2025 is finally here. What are the key priorities and what are the differences compared to previous years? Find out more here: 👇 commission.europa.eu/strategy-and...

🤣 It's always nice to start a new week with a good laugh. This one made my day! Thanks, @nicholasvinocur.bsky.social and @politico.eu Playbook. #Denmarkification #Trump #Greenland

Well, in that case, happy #NationalCroissantDay! 🥐

📅 Event alert: How is #AI changing the world of work in Europe? On 11/02/2025 @eurofound.bsky.social will organise a webinar where experts will dive into how AI is changing our jobs, driving innovation, and creating new challenges. You can register here: app.livestorm.co/p/427296cc-9...

📺 You can follow the presentation of the priorities of the Polish EU Council Presidency by Donald Tusk today at 10.30 am. Livestream available here: 👉 www.europarl.europa.eu/plenary/en/h...

The requirement for #transparency applies not only to lobbyists but also to political decision-makers. It's time for the European Commission to act.

Are you back from the Christmas break and ready to return to work? Here are the ten topics you should keep an eye on in 2025. 👇

Happy holidays and see you again in the new year!

🚄 #Eurostar is the worst #railway company in #Europe. A study published by the think tank Transport and Environment (T&E) assessed 27 companies in Europe and concluded that Eurostar offers the worst quality of service on the continent. Read more here: www.brusselstimes.com/belgium/1346...

🥳 Happy 2nd birthday @pluxconsulting.bsky.social! 🎉 Do you need #strategy advice or support with your #publicaffairs or #communication initiatives? Are you seeking someone who can lead your association with competence and commitment? Then please reach out to me! Visit my website: pluxconsulting.eu

Oh nooooo! 😫

🌍 Brussels truly is a cosmopolitan city. Last year, over 56k people moved here from abroad, with international residents now making up 37.2% of the population. 🇫🇷 French, 🇷🇴 Romanians, 🇮🇹 Italians, 🇲🇦 Moroccans, and 🇪🇸 Spaniards top the list. Read more here: www.brusselstimes.com/brussels-2/1...

Hi @elemntor.bsky.social team, is there any chance that you will add a #Bluesky icon to your icon catalogue? That would be great!

Hey, comms and policy people in the Brussels bubble! I have compiled a #StarterPack with Brussels-based #journalists covering the #EuropeanUnion and #NATO. I hope you will find it useful. go.bsky.app/Sfg5MNj

A very useful compilation for all those who want to make the most of #Bluesky.

🦋 Have you ever wondered what the differences and similarities are between #Bluesky, #X and #Threads? Look no further! Check out my latest article on LinkedIn: 👇 www.linkedin.com/pulse/bluesk...

📢 Habemus European Commission VDL 2.0! www.politico.eu/article/euro...

❓Did you know the #EuropeanUnion is a global #trade leader with 44 deals with 76 countries, facilitating trade valued at €5 trillion in 2023? 🌍 Explore more facts and figures in @ec.europa.eu DG Trade's most recent publication: 👉 op.europa.eu/fr/publicati...

🌱 Looking for EU environmental NGOs on Bluesky? Check out this #StarterPack compiled by @eeb.org: bsky.app/starter-pack...

This is very useful for anyone who is interested in EU tech policy.

🇪🇺 This is really a good starting point for folks in the EU bubble. Please follow and share!

New EU Commission & OECD report reveals: ✅ Life expectancy in Europe rebounds to 81.5 years, but big gaps remain. ❌ 1.2M healthcare workers needed as retirements loom. ❗ Action needed: invest, improve working conditions & boost training! Read full report here: health.ec.europa.eu/state-health...

🤩 We are delighted to share this positive news about our name giver "Place Lux". 👇 www.brusselstimes.com/brussels/126... #consultancy #publicaffairs #communications #Brussels

Bluesky now has over 10 million users, and I was #1,478,210!

Now that #Belgium has finally submitted its proposal, here is the full list of candidates for the members of the European Commission 2024-2029: www.politico.eu/article/ursu... - via @politico.eu #vdLcommission

🇧🇪 How "Belgian" are you? Find out in this Brussels Times quiz! 👇 Happy belated National Holiday! 🎉 www.brusselstimes.com/belgium/1143...

🗳 Yesterday, Ursula von der Leyen was re-elected as President of the EU Commission with a comfortable majority. 🇪🇺 Is this a success or a disappointment? Commentators in the media have divided opinions. 📰 Read more here: www.eurotopics.net/en/323315/vo... via eurotopics.net

📊 New Eurobarometer #survey: Over 60% of Europeans see benefits from international #trade, up since 2019! 🌍 Europeans support the EU's role in global trade (74%) and agree on the need for trade rules (82%). Read more here: 👉 ec.europa.eu/commission/p...

I dare say that #Belgium 🇧🇪, the birthplace of #Frenchfries, is the only country on this planet where there are containers for used frying oil - labelled in Dutch and French, of course - on the streets alongside bottle banks. Have a nice day! 😀

🗳️ In just 2 months, EU citizens will elect a new European Parliament. 🇪🇺 Opinion sections in the European press already highlight these upcoming elections' significance. Read more here: 👇 www.eurotopics.net/en/318037/eu... #EUelections2024 #EUelections #democracy

Eight years already. Let's #remember and not forget the victims! #BrusselsAttacks #Maelbeek #BrusselsAirport

📰 In a landmark vote yesterday, the European Parliament passed the #artificialintelligence act. The #media react with mixed views. For some commentators, the law has been too watered down. Others see it as a pioneering success. Read more here: 👇 www.eurotopics.net/en/316832/eu... #AIAct

📰 Great news about PLUX in today's @politico.eu Playbook. I look forward to seeing PLUX in its original beauty again soon! 🌳