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WRITTEN QUESTION No. 1497/96 by Vassilis EPHREMIDIS to the Commission. Use of the fire brigade as a repressive force
Date: 1996-06-12
Institutions: EPHREMIDIS, European Parliament
Subjects: EU aid, Greece, competence of the Member States, cooperation policy, fire protection, police, public safety, public service employee, repression, use of aid













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WRITTEN QUESTION No. 1497/96 by Vassilis EPHREMIDIS to the Commission. Use of the fire brigade as a repressive force  


Official Journal C 345 , 15/11/1996 P. 0079 





WRITTEN QUESTION E-1497/96 by Vassilis Ephremidis (GUE/NGL) to the Commission (12 June 1996)Subject: Use of the fire brigade as a repressive forceThe Greek fire brigade is called upon to act as a repressive force under police command to break up public gatherings as reinforcements for the special police units assigned to these duties.Since the fire brigade's task is to protect the lives and property of the public from the threat of fire, disaster and accident and given that in Greece the ratio of fire-fighters to members of the public is currently more than 1:1 800, when the ratio in other European countries stands at 1:700, using them to put down demonstrations further undermines the effective performance of their duties.1. Does the Commission think that the practice of using the fire brigade to break up gatherings and demonstrations should be stopped because it contravenes the role and nature of the service, distorts its aims and duties and contradicts and impedes its task of serving society?2. Does it know which EU countries use their fire brigades for repressive purposes?3. Are Community funds designed to strengthen fire-fighting resources and operations used for repressive police work instead of the protection of the public's lives and property?Answer given by Mrs Gradin on behalf of the Commission (18 July 1996)1. The Commission is not competent to determine whether a Member State uses its fire-fighting services to maintain public order.2. The Commission does not have any information on this matter.3. In the past, the Commission has financed the equipping of fire-fighting services in Greece, but not the operation of these services. Such financing does not in any way strengthen the repressive role of the police but serves solely to provide better protection against fire.
WRITTEN QUESTION No. 1501/96 by Gerardo FERNÁNDEZ-ALBOR to the Commission. New positions adopted by the Member States with regard to limiting the use of driftnets
Date: 1996-06-12
Institutions: European Parliament, FERNANDEZ ALBOR
Subjects: Germany, common fisheries policy, environmental protection, fishing net, fishing regulations













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WRITTEN QUESTION No. 1501/96 by Gerardo FERNÁNDEZ-ALBOR to the Commission. New positions adopted by the Member States with regard to limiting the use of driftnets  


Official Journal C 356 , 25/11/1996 P. 0046 





WRITTEN QUESTION E-1501/96 by Gerardo Fernández-Albor (PPE) to the Commission (12 June 1996)Subject: New positions adopted by the Member States with regard to limiting the use of driftnetsThe controversial subject of the use of driftnets has undergone a significant change as result of Germany's now being in favour of restricting the use of this destructive kind of fishing gear.The Commission's intention to impose a total ban on these fishing nets from 1 January 1998 may therefore be adjusted in accordance with its proposal to change its position if a majority of the Member States so request.Does the Commission consider that it might go along with such a majority if it supported the twelve-mile solution, which would help to reconcile the positions of Ireland and the United Kingdom despite the intransigence of France and Italy on the subject?Answer given by Mrs Bonino on behalf of the Commission (18 July 1996)When the Council discussed the Commission's proposal on the use of driftnets on 12 April 1994, ((Doc. COM(94) 131 final. )) Germany expressed support for the measure. The Commission is not aware of any change in Germany's position.As the Commission has stated on several occasions, it has done its work in proposing a ban on driftnets in April 1994, and it is now up to the Council to reach agreement on the basis of the proposal.
WRITTEN QUESTION No. 1481/96 by Alexandros ALAVANOS to the Commission. Progress with sub-programme 3, Mainland Greece, Measure 2 of the 2nd CSF: 'Social facilities'
Date: 1996-06-12
Institutions: ALAVANOS, European Parliament
Subjects: Greece, health policy, health service, medical institution, regional aid













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WRITTEN QUESTION No. 1481/96 by Alexandros ALAVANOS to the Commission. Progress with sub-programme 3, Mainland Greece, Measure 2 of the 2nd CSF: 'Social facilities'  


Official Journal C 280 , 25/09/1996 P. 0126 





WRITTEN QUESTION E-1481/96 by Alexandros Alavanos (GUE/NGL) to the Commission (12 June 1996)Subject: Progress with sub-programme 3, Mainland Greece, Measure 2 of the 2nd CSF: 'Social facilities'Measure 5.2 of the regional operational programme for mainland Greece provides for funding of health and welfare facilities for the population of the region. The specific objective is to create a further 500 hospital beds by building a regional hospital in Lamia and medical facilities as part of the national health care network.The breakdown of funding was ECU 1 500 000 for 1994 and ECU 3 052 000 for 1995.1. What was the take-up rate for 1994 and 1995?2. Have there been any delays in taking up the funds and, if so, what were the main reasons for them?3. Can the Commission provide details of the progress made with this measure?Joint answer to Written Questions E-1479/96, E-1480/96, E-1481/96, E-1482/96, E-1483/96, E-1484/96, E-1485/96 and E-1486/96 given by Mrs Wulf-Mathies on behalf of the Commission (26 June 1996)The Commission is collecting the information it needs to answer the question. It will communicate its findings as soon as possible.
WRITTEN QUESTION No. 1548/96 by Arlene McCARTHY to the Commission. Privatized utilities
Date: 1996-06-12
Institutions: European Parliament, MCCARTHY
Subjects: European Regional Development Fund, Structural Funds, free service, merger, privatisation













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WRITTEN QUESTION No. 1548/96 by Arlene McCARTHY to the Commission. Privatized utilities  


Official Journal C 305 , 15/10/1996 P. 0108 





WRITTEN QUESTION P-1548/96 by Arlene McCarthy (PSE) to the Commission (12 June 1996)Subject: Privatized utilitiesCan the Commission give an update on the current state of the Commission's investigation into the payment of ERDF grants to privatized utilities. Since the Commission launched its investigation eighteen months ago, several mergers of privatized utilities are to take place, namely Severn Trent and South West Water, both of which have received substantial sums from the ERDF. The Tyne Port authority is to be sold off, again having benefited from over £6 million in EC grants. Can the Commissioner state whether a claw-back mechanism exists, should the grants not fall within the terms of the Structural Fund Regulations?Answer given by Mrs Wulf-Mathies on behalf of the Commission (17 July 1996)The Commission would refer the Honourable Member to the reply it gave to her oral question H-613/96 during question time at Parliament's July 1996 part-session ((Debates of the Parliament (July 1996). )).
WRITTEN QUESTION No. 1450/96 by Christine ODDY to the Commission. Women on the edge, women's jobs and insecurity in the 1990s
Date: 1996-06-12
Institutions: European Parliament, ODDY
Subjects: Structural Funds, adult education, equal treatment, female work, gender equality, job access, labour market, position of women, vocational training













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WRITTEN QUESTION No. 1450/96 by Christine ODDY to the Commission. Women on the edge, women's jobs and insecurity in the 1990s  


Official Journal C 322 , 28/10/1996 P. 0069 





WRITTEN QUESTION E-1450/96 by Christine Oddy (PSE) to the Commission (12 June 1996)Subject: Women on the edge, women's jobs and insecurity in the 1990sIs the Commission aware that the TUC published on 13 March 1996 a publication entitled 'Women on the edge - women's jobs and insecurity in the 1990s' in which the continued major disadvantages women face in the labour market were highlighted?What steps does the Commission intend to take to eradicate women's disadvantages in the job market?Answer given by Mr Flynn on behalf of the Commission (5 July 1996)Yes, the Commission has received the publication cited by the Honourable Member.Council Decision 95/593/EC on a medium-term Community action programme on equal opportunities for men and women (1996-2000) ((OJ L 335, 30.12.1995. )), states that one of the aims of the programme is to promote equal opportunities for men and women in a changing economy, especially in the fields of education, vocational training and the labour market.One of the main principles of the action programme is to incorporate equal opportunities for women and men into all Community policies and activities. The Commission's communication on this subject ((COM(96) 67 final. )) confirms the Commission's commitment to encouraging measures to promote women's employment and improving their position in the labour market. It also mentions the integration of equal opportunities policy into the structural funds, which, since the 1993 regulations ((OJ L 193, 31.7.1993. )), include equal opportunities among the objectives and lay down the respect of the principle of equal opportunities in the implementation of measures financed under the structural funds.The Commission also stresses the importance of incorporating equal opportunities policy into labour market policy aiming to fight unemployment. Equal opportunities in the field of employment is one of the guidelines agreed at the Essen, Cannes and Madrid European Councils.
WRITTEN QUESTION No. 1440/96 by Christine ODDY to the Commission. 'Stop violence against women'
Date: 1996-06-12
Institutions: European Parliament, ODDY
Subjects: European Union, developing countries, gender equality, position of women, sexual discrimination, violence, woman













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WRITTEN QUESTION No. 1440/96 by Christine ODDY to the Commission. 'Stop violence against women'  


Official Journal C 305 , 15/10/1996 P. 0099 





WRITTEN QUESTION E-1440/96 by Christine Oddy (PSE) to the Commission (12 June 1996)Subject: 'Stop violence against women'Is the Commission aware that in June 1995, 150 women from developing countries and Europe met in Madrid to develop strategies to stop violence against women?What steps will the Commission take to implement the declaration in the European Union?Can the Commission specify what sponsorship the campaign organized by Solidar 'stop violence against women' focusing on violence against women in the home, at work and in war has attracted?Answer given by Mr Flynn on behalf of the Commission (30 July 1996)The Commission is aware of the fact that in June 1995 150 women from European and developing countries took part in a conference on strategies to stop violence against women. The Commission gave its support to the event.The Madrid declaration on violence appeals to international organisations and governments to include in their policies measures to combat various forms of violence.The Commission is keen to ensure respect for all the human rights of women (see Beijing platform). In its fourth medium-term Community action programme on equal opportunities for men and women (1996*2000) ((OJ L 335, 30.12.1995. )), the Commission has undertaken to work towards a binding instrument on sexual harassment at work.The Commission also calls on the Member States to make provision for the regular exchange of information on action to promote the dignity of all women and men living in the Community, particularly in priority domains where the dignity of women and men can be adversely affected by abuses linked to illegal employment, cross-border traffic in human beings, or other forms of exploitation or abuse.In the resolution adopted on 5 October 1995 on the image of women and men portrayed in advertising in the media, the Council and the representatives of the governments of the Member States called on the Member States and competent bodies to 'support and/or promote fora for discussion, consultation, monitoring * where appropriate within a framework of voluntary self-regulation * and follow-up with regard to material which is discriminatory on grounds of sex and is conveyed by advertising and the media'.The information campaign to which the Commission is giving financial support (co-financing amounting to ECU 200 000) will help alert public opinion to the phenomenon of violence against women.
WRITTEN QUESTION No. 1442/96 by Christine ODDY to the Commission. Homeworkers and research
Date: 1996-06-12
Institutions: European Parliament, ODDY
Subjects: access to information, action programme, employment statistics, home working, labour law, professional qualifications, social security, trade union, vocational training













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WRITTEN QUESTION No. 1442/96 by Christine ODDY to the Commission. Homeworkers and research  


Official Journal C 345 , 15/11/1996 P. 0071 





WRITTEN QUESTION E-1442/96 by Christine Oddy (PSE) to the Commission (12 June 1996)Subject: Homeworkers and researchWill the Commission undertake to implement the recommendations in its publication 'Social Europe - homeworking in the European Union' Supplement 2/95 and ensure that Eurostat recognizes homeworking as a separate category of workers and records statistics accordingly, carry out detailed research on homeworkers on a sectoral basis into extent, nature, changing trends and conditions of homeworking, including the proportions of black and migrant women homeworkers and develop programmes of good practice?Joint answer to Written Questions E-1441/96, E-1442/96, E-1443/96 and E-1444/96 given by Mr Flynn on behalf of the Commission (31 July 1996)The Commission has fully recognised the need to strive at European level to improve the working conditions of homeworkers and to increase the range of their employment options by including homeworking in the priorities for social policy in the Commission's medium term social action programme (1995-1997) ((COM(95) 134 final. )).In the light of the recently adopted international convention and recommendation on homeworking, the Commission is currently reviewing its policy to take account of the International labour organisation (ILO) texts. The work of the United Nations institution will be an excellent starting point in this respect.
WRITTEN QUESTION No. 1484/96 by Alexandros ALAVANOS to the Commission. Progress with sub-programme 4, the PeIoponnese, Measure 2 of the 2nd CSF: 'Health and Welfare' (SUPPLEMENTARY ANSWER)
Date: 1996-06-12
Institutions: ALAVANOS, European Parliament
Subjects: Community support framework, Peloponnese, distribution of aid, health policy, health service, medical institution, operational programme, regional aid













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WRITTEN QUESTION No. 1484/96 by Alexandros ALAVANOS to the Commission. Progress with sub-programme 4, the PeIoponnese, Measure 2 of the 2nd CSF: 'Health and Welfare' (SUPPLEMENTARY ANSWER)  


Official Journal C 072 , 07/03/1997 P. 0009 





WRITTEN QUESTION E-1484/96 by Alexandros Alavanos (GUE/NGL) to the Commission (12 June 1996)Subject: Progress with sub-programme 4, the PeIoponnese, Measure 2 of the 2nd CSF: 'Health and Welfare'Measure 4.2 of the regional operational programme for the Peloponnese provides for funding of health care facilities for the local population and visitors to the region comprising the construction of a new hospital in Kalamata and expansion of the hospitals at Tripoli, Sparta and Corinth.The allocation of funding was ECU 3 547 000 for 1995.1. What was the take-up rate for 1995?2. Have there been any delays in taking up the funds and, if so, what were the main reasons for them?3. Can the Commission provide details of the progress made with this measure?Supplementary answer to Written Questions E-1479/96, E-1480/96, E-1481/96, E-1482/96, E-1484/96 and E-1485/96 given by Mme Wulf-Mathies on behalf of the Commission (8 November 1996)Further to its answer of 26 June 1996 ((OJ C 280, 25.9.1996, p. 126. )), the Commission can now provide the following details.Funding in 1994 and 1995 for the 'Health and Welfare' measure of the operational programmes (OP) referred to totalled ECU 72.1 million. The take-up over the same period was ECU 10.13 million. As the programmes started at the end of 1994, the funds were actually taken up in 1995.Most of the financing under this measure goes on projects to build large hospitals. These require major planning, study and preparatory work before construction or equipment purchases can go ahead, hence the take-up delay in 1995.Much of the preparatory work has been completed this year and work has started on building some hospitals. Consequently, an increase in the take-up of funding can now be expected. The Commission is closely monitoring this measure in both the regional and 'Health and Welfare' operational programmes.
WRITTEN QUESTION No. 1466/96 by Rolf LINKOHR to the Commission. Memorandum of Understanding between the G7 countries and Ukraine on Chernobyl
Date: 1996-06-12
Institutions: European Parliament, LINKOHR
Subjects: EU relations, agreement (EU), cessation of trading, nuclear power station, nuclear reactor, protocol to an agreement, ratification of an agreement













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WRITTEN QUESTION No. 1466/96 by Rolf LINKOHR to the Commission. Memorandum of Understanding between the G7 countries and Ukraine on Chernobyl  


Official Journal C 322 , 28/10/1996 P. 0071 





WRITTEN QUESTION E-1466/96 by Rolf Linkohr (PSE) to the Commission (12 June 1996)Subject: Memorandum of Understanding between the G7 countries and Ukraine on Chernobyl1. Can the Commission say whether the Memorandum of Understanding between Ukraine and the G7 countries on the shutdown of the Chernobyl reactors still has to be ratified by the Ukrainian Parliament?2. Is the Commission aware of a timetable for shutting down the Chernobyl reactors that are still on line?3. What costs will the EU incur under the Memorandum of Understanding between Ukraine and the G7 countries?Answer given by Mr Van den Broek on behalf of the Commission (3 July 1996)1. In the framework of the negotiations of the Memorandum of understanding (MoU), the Ukrainian authorities have not indicated that it would need to be ratified by the Ukrainian Parliament.2. The Ukrainian President has decided that unit 1 would be shut down in 1996 and that unit 3 would be shut down in 1999. This is in line with the provisions of the MoU and was confirmed by President Kuchma at the April 1996 Moscow nuclear Group of seven summit.3. The Commission is still actively involved in the preparation of the projects referred to in the MoU and final details of the technical scope and detailed cost estimates are still being elaborated. It is therefore not yet possible to give a response to the question of financial costs for the Group of seven and in particular for the Community as a result of the implementation of the MoU.
WRITTEN QUESTION No. 1484/96 by Alexandros ALAVANOS to the Commission. Progress with sub-programme 4, the PeIoponnese, Measure 2 of the 2nd CSF: 'Health and Welfare'
Date: 1996-06-12
Institutions: ALAVANOS, European Parliament
Subjects: Peloponnese, health policy, health service, medical institution, regional aid













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WRITTEN QUESTION No. 1484/96 by Alexandros ALAVANOS to the Commission. Progress with sub-programme 4, the PeIoponnese, Measure 2 of the 2nd CSF: 'Health and Welfare'  


Official Journal C 280 , 25/09/1996 P. 0126 





WRITTEN QUESTION E-1484/96 by Alexandros Alavanos (GUE/NGL) to the Commission (12 June 1996)Subject: Progress with sub-programme 4, the Peloponnese, Measure 2 of the 2nd CSF: 'Health and Welfare'Measure 4.2 of the regional operational programme for the Peloponnese provides for funding of health care facilities for the local population and visitors to the region comprising the construction of a new hospital in Kalamata and expansion of the hospitals at Tripoli, Sparta and Corinth.The allocation of funding was ECU 3 547 000 for 1995.1. What was the take-up rate for 1995?2. Have there been any delays in taking up the funds and, if so, what were the main reasons for them?3. Can the Commission provide details of the progress made with this measure?Joint answer to Written Questions E-1479/96, E-1480/96, E-1481/96, E-1482/96, E-1483/96, E-1484/96, E-1485/96 and E-1486/96 given by Mrs Wulf-Mathies on behalf of the Commission (26 June 1996)The Commission is collecting the information it needs to answer the question. It will communicate its findings as soon as possible.
WRITTEN QUESTION No. 1486/96 by Alexandros ALAVANOS to the Commission. Measure 2.3 (Elaionas), Attica regional operational programme (SUPPLEMENTARY ANSWER)
Date: 1996-06-12
Institutions: ALAVANOS, European Parliament
Subjects: Central Greece, Community support framework, industrial development, industrial policy, industrial region, operational programme, regional aid, regional planning, transfer of businesses













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WRITTEN QUESTION No. 1486/96 by Alexandros ALAVANOS to the Commission. Measure 2.3 (Elaionas), Attica regional operational programme (SUPPLEMENTARY ANSWER)  


Official Journal C 072 , 07/03/1997 P. 0009 





WRITTEN QUESTION E-1486/96 by Alexandros Alavanos (GUE/NGL) to the Commission (12 June 1996)Subject: Measure 2.3 (Elaionas), Attica regional operational programmeMeasure 2.3 comprises projects for the development and improvement of the area of Elaionas which are described as 'extremely important from a strategic point of view' for Athens.According to the funding schedule, public expenditure on these projects should have amounted to ECU 2 536 million in 1994 and ECU 2 485 m in 1995.1. What was the take-up rate for 1994 and 1995?2. What were the reasons for any delays?3. Has the Environment Ministry issued a directive designating the locations for the various activities in the area, which is essential before the project can proceed?4. What information can the Commission provide concerning the Industrial Development Bank's (ETVA) involvement in transferring industries in Elaionas to the industrial estate at Schistos in Western Attica?Supplementary answer given by Mrs Wulf-Mathies on behalf of the Commission (8 November 1996)Further to its answer of 26 June 1996 ((OJ C 280 of 25.9.1996, p. 126. )) the Commission is now in a position to provide the following information.In 1994 and 1995 there was no take up of funds for the Elaionas measure under the Attica regional operational programme. The study (praxi efarmogis) required before work can begin in the Elaionas area is currently under way.A draft law on the procedure for setting up an industrial estate is being adopted and this will allow a decision to be taken on the transfer of industries in Elaionas to other areas.