do-me/EUR-LEX huggingface dataset:
Euro exchange rates
Date: 2003-04-01
Institutions: European Commission
Subjects: euro, exchange rate

1.4.2003

EN

Official Journal of the European Union

C 78/1

I

(Information)

COMMISSION

Euro exchange rates (1)

31 March 2003

(2003/C 78/01)

1 euro =

USD

JPY

DKK

GBP

SEK

CHF

ISK

NOK

BGN

CYP

CZK

EEK

HUF

LTL

Currency

US dollar

Japanese yen

Danish krone

Pound sterling

Swedish krona

Swiss franc

Iceland króna

Norwegian krone

Bulgarian lev

Cyprus pound

Czech koruna

Estonian kroon

Hungarian forint

Lithuanian litas

Exchange
rate

1,0895

129,18

7,4264

0,6896

9,2608

1,4764

83,58

7,8995

1,9508

LVL

MTL

PLN

ROL

SIT

SKK

TRL

AUD

CAD

Currency

Latvian lats

Maltese lira

Polish zloty

Romanian leu

Slovenian tolar

Slovak koruna

Turkish lira

Australian dollar

Canadian dollar

0,58404

HKD

Hong Kong dollar

31,947

NZD

New Zealand dollar

15,6466

SGD

Singapore dollar

Exchange
rate

0,6292

0,4245

4,42

36 250

231,9914

41,388

1 864 000

1,8076

1,6037

8,4975

1,9721

1,9211

246,35

KRW

South Korean won

1 366,78

3,4533

ZAR

South African rand

8,6356

___________
(1) Source: reference exchange rate published by the ECB.
WRITTEN QUESTION E-1130/03 by Roberta Angelilli (UEN) to the Commission. Use of funds from the action programme for migrant workers by the municipality of Macerata.
Date: 2003-04-01
Institutions: European Parliament, Provisional data
Subjects: Marches, action programme, financing, fund (EU), integration of migrants, migrant worker

C 242 E/188

Official Journal of the European Union

EN

9.10.2003

(2003/C 242 E/202)

WRITTEN QUESTION E-1130/03

by Roberta Angelilli (UEN) to the Commission

(1 April 2003)

Subject: Use of funds from the action programme for migrant workers by the municipality of Macerata

In September 2002, the monitoring committee of the Italian Ministry for Economic Affairs issued a report
on the spending of EU funds.

The report reveals the alarming slowness and inefficiency with which EU funds are allocated to projects by
some regional authorities.

The grave concerns about the inadequate use of European funds by local authorities have frequently been
echoed by the Commission.

Bearing in mind that some local authorities, such as the municipality of Macerata, urgently need to use
European funds to support migrant workers, including those from outside the Community, in order to
guarantee them the best conditions in which to live and integrate with the local community, in terms of
both work and social conditions,

Can the Commission state:

1. whether the municipality of Macerata has submitted projects for the action programme for migrant

workers?

2. whether the municipality of Macerata has secured funding for these projects?

3. whether this funding has been used?

(2003/C 242 E/203)

WRITTEN QUESTION E-1131/03

by Roberta Angelilli (UEN) to the Commission

(1 April 2003)

Subject: Use of funds from the action programme for migrant workers by the municipality of Massa

In September 2002, the monitoring committee of the Italian Ministry for Economic Affairs issued a report
on the spending of EU funds.

The report reveals the alarming slowness and inefficiency with which EU funds are allocated to projects by
some regional authorities.

The grave concerns about the inadequate use of European funds by local authorities have frequently been
echoed by the Commission.

Bearing in mind that some local authorities, such as the municipality of Massa, urgently need to use
European funds to support migrant workers, including those from outside the Community, in order to
guarantee them the best conditions in which to live and integrate with the local community, in terms of
both work and social conditions,

Can the Commission state:

1. whether the municipality of Massa has submitted projects for the action programme for migrant

workers?

2. whether the municipality of Massa has secured funding for these projects?

3. whether this funding has been used?
WRITTEN QUESTION E-1185/03 by Ilda Figueiredo (GUE/NGL) to the Commission. Community aid.
Date: 2003-04-01
Institutions: European Parliament, Provisional data
Subjects: EU aid, Portugal, cessation of trading, labour law

15.1.2004

EN

Official Journal of the European Union

C 11 E/165

(2004/C 11 E/188)

WRITTEN QUESTION E-1185/03

by Ilda Figueiredo (GUE/NGL) to the Commission

(1 April 2003)

Subject: Community aid

On 12 February employees of Decobook Ltd. based in Braga in Portugal, (which forms part of the French
Multinational Visualis, based in Burges) found the plant closed indefinitely. According to the management,
this measure is due to a temporary lack of work. Employees have been denied any legal documentation
regularising their employment status vis-à-vis the enterprise, in particular a notification of suspension of
work without any loss of wages, letter of dismissal or declaration enabling them to claim unemployment
benefit until they resume work.

Will the Commission say whether this group receives Community aid, either in Portugal or in France, and
what measures are to be taken to protect employees’ rights?

Joint answer
to Written questions E-1184/03 and E-1185/03
given by Mr Barnier on behalf of the Commission

(22 May 2003)

The information available to the Commission, which has been confirmed by the Portuguese authorities,
shows that in 1989 Fabolin received PTE 18 139 000 in Community aid as part-financing from the
European Regional Development Fund (ERDF). However, no aid has been granted to Decobook Lda. It is
up to the Member State to take the legal action required to recover that aid if it turns out that it has not
been used in accordance with the agreements it made with the firm when the aid was granted.

Similarly in the case of workers’ rights, it is up to the Member State to ensure the application of the
national legislation in force, with due regard to the relevant Community directives.

(2004/C 11 E/189)

WRITTEN QUESTION E-1207/03

by Alexandros Alavanos (GUE/NGL) to the Commission

Subject: Personnel recruited under local employment agreements

(2 April 2003)

It is very important for the economic development of the European Union and the sustainability of social
protection schemes to achieve full employment. Local Employment Agreements, which are receiving
finance from the European Social Fund, are regarded by the Commission as a means of achieving this
objective and combating unemployment at regional and local level.

In Greece a considerable number of people were recruited under the Local Employment Agreements,
mainly within services and operations run by the local authorities. Most of the schemes are coming to an
end in the first quarter of 2003, together with the employment contracts of those recruited under these
schemes. Despite continued Commission funding for European employment initiatives, those recruited
under this programme are now being given notice, notwithstanding their work experience.

What steps will the Commission take to ensure that continued funding for these schemes does not result
in job losses among those already in employment?
WRITTEN QUESTION E-1157/03 by Roberta Angelilli (UEN) to the Commission. Use of funds from the European Agricultural Guidance and Guarantee Fund by the municipality of Carrara.
Date: 2003-04-01
Institutions: European Parliament, Provisional data
Subjects: EAGGF Guarantee Section, EAGGF Guidance Section, EU financing, EU programme, Tuscany, eligibility criteria, principle of subsidiarity, project evaluation, regional and local authorities, rural development

6.3.2004

EN

Official Journal of the European Union

C 58 E/45

(2004/C 58 E/059)

WRITTEN QUESTION E-1157/03

by Roberta Angelilli (UEN) to the Commission

(1 April 2003)

Subject: Use of funds from the European Agricultural Guidance and Guarantee Fund by the municipality of

Carrara

In September 2002, the monitoring committee of the Italian Ministry for Economic Affairs issued a report
on the spending of EU funds.

The report reveals the alarming slowness and inefficiency with which EU funds are allocated to projects by
some regional authorities.

The grave concerns about the inadequate use of European funds by local authorities have frequently been
echoed by the Commission.

Bearing in mind that some local authorities, such as the municipality of Carrara, urgently need to use
European funds for the processing and marketing of agricultural products and for rural development,

can the Commission state:

1. whether the municipality of Carrara has submitted projects for the EAGGF?

2. whether the municipality of Carrara has secured funding for these projects?

3. whether this funding has been used?

(2004/C 58 E/060)

WRITTEN QUESTION E-1158/03

by Roberta Angelilli (UEN) to the Commission

(1 April 2003)

Subject: Use of funds from the European Agricultural Guidance and Guarantee Fund by the municipality of

Florence

In September 2002, the monitoring committee of the Italian Ministry for Economic Affairs issued a report
on the spending of EU funds.

The report reveals the alarming slowness and inefficiency with which EU funds are allocated to projects by
some regional authorities.

The grave concerns about the inadequate use of European funds by local authorities have frequently been
echoed by the Commission.

Bearing in mind that some local authorities, such as the municipality of Florence, urgently need to use
European funds for the processing and marketing of agricultural products and for rural development,

can the Commission state:

1. whether the municipality of Florence has submitted projects for the EAGGF?

2. whether the municipality of Florence has secured funding for these projects?

3. whether this funding has been used?
WRITTEN QUESTION E-1170/03 by Roberta Angelilli (UEN) to the Commission. Use of funds from the Tempus III programme by the municipality of Siena.
Date: 2003-04-01
Institutions: European Parliament, Provisional data
Subjects: EU Member State, EU programme, Tuscany, cooperation policy, financial aid, higher education, university

C 242 E/184

Official Journal of the European Union

EN

9.10.2003

(2003/C 242 E/195)

WRITTEN QUESTION E-1170/03

by Roberta Angelilli (UEN) to the Commission

(1 April 2003)

Subject: Use of funds from the Tempus III programme by the municipality of Siena

In September 2002, the monitoring committee of the Italian Ministry for Economic Affairs issued a report
on the spending of EU funds.

The report reveals the alarming slowness and inefficiency with which EU funds are allocated to projects by
some regional authorities.

The grave concerns about the inadequate use of European funds by local authorities have frequently been
echoed by the Commission.

Bearing in mind that some local authorities, such as the municipality of Siena, urgently need to use
European funds to help promote cooperation between university students across Europe, and to foster
cultural and scientific exchange in higher education,

Can the Commission state:

1. whether the municipality of Siena has submitted projects for the Tempus III programme?

2. whether the municipality of Siena has secured funding for these projects?

3. whether this funding has been used?

Joint answer
to Written Questions E-0827/03, E-1164/03, E-1165/03,
E-1166/03, E-1167/03, E-1168/03, E-1169/03 and E-1170/03
given by Mrs Reding on behalf of the Commission

(8 May 2003)

As a rule, a project funded under the Tempus programme will involve several universities both in Member
States of the Union and in the partner countries.

It is very difficult to identify the amounts retained by universities in Europe which, for project reasons,
were granted to universities in the partner countries.

However, to give an indication, please find below the amounts granted under Tempus III to establishments
in the municipalities of Frosinone, Ancona, Florence, Macerata, Perugia, Pesaro, Pisa and Siena. Additional
information has been sent directly to the Honourable Member and Parliament’s Secretariat.

1.

The University of Ancona received EUR 1 739 in 2002 for a Tempus project (grant).

The establishments in Florence obtained funding of EUR 832 014,98 for Tempus projects in 2002

2.
and 2003.

3.

The University of Macerata obtained funding of EUR 112 257,80 for a Tempus project in 2002.

The University of Perugia obtained funding of EUR 546 452,10 for Tempus projects in 2002 and

4.
2003.

5.

6.

7.

The University of Pisa obtained funding of EUR 285 178,80 for Tempus projects in 2002 and 2003.

The University of Siena obtained funding of EUR 63 050 for a Tempus project in 2002.

There are no Tempus III projects in Frosinone and Pesaro.

The Honourable Member might also wish to contact the above-mentioned local authorities for more
information.
WRITTEN QUESTION E-1148/03 by Graham Watson (ELDR) to the Commission. Seychelles.
Date: 2003-04-01
Institutions: European Parliament, Provisional data
Subjects: Cotonou Agreement, EU relations, Seychelles, human rights, political violence

C 88 E/20

Official Journal of the European Union

EN

8.4.2004

Given the probability of further destruction of treasures forming part of the world’s cultural heritage, how
does the Commission now view the idea of setting up such a fund? What measures will it take to protect
the cultural treasures of the National Archaeological Museum of Iraq from destruction as a result of the
war?

(1) OJ C 261 E, 18.9.2001, p. 202.

Answer given by Mr Patten on behalf of the Commission

(6 May 2003)

The Commission expresses deep concern for the suffering provoked by the conflict to the Iraqi population.
It is also concerned about physical damages to the infrastructures and buildings,
including cultural
treasures. After the pillage and the destruction of a large number of archaeological treasures in the
Museums of Baghdad, Tikrit and Mossoul, the Commission hopes that all measures will be taken so that
further destruction is avoided.

As already explained in the context of the conflict in Afghanistan, the EU has not foreseen the creation of
a special fund for the preservation of cultural treasures from destruction in a third country. Possible
intervention in this area could take place only in the framework of potential EU involvement in the
reconstruction of Iraq, and in line with the priorities of intervention identified, following the assessment of
needs and damages.

(2004/C 88 E/0019)

WRITTEN QUESTION E-1148/03

by Graham Watson (ELDR) to the Commission

(1 April 2003)

Subject: Seychelles

The executive power and ruling party’s stranglehold on life in the Seychelles, threats to human rights and
the restrictions on the press of the opposition, drug trafficking and money laundering are repeatedly
denounced.

What steps have been taken by the Commission, under the auspices of the Cotonou Agreement and the
EU’s stated objectives on human rights and democracy, to improve democratisation and good governance
in the Seychelles?

(2004/C 88 E/0020)

WRITTEN QUESTION E-1150/03

by Graham Watson (ELDR) to the Commission

(1 April 2003)

Subject: Seychelles

Recently, Colin Thelermont, after his escape from prison, was savagely tortured before being executed (cid:1)
a similar case in January 1999 ended with a summary execution.

As the Seychelles have ratified both the UN Convention on Torture and Other Cruel and Degrading
Treatment or Punishment and the Convention against the Death Penalty (1 February 2002), what action
does the European Union intend to take to make the Seychelles authorities face up to their responsibilities
in this matter?
WRITTEN QUESTION E-1120/03 by Roberta Angelilli (UEN) to the Commission. Use of funds from the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF) by the municipality of Florence.
Date: 2003-04-01
Institutions: European Parliament, Provisional data
Subjects: European Regional Development Fund, Italy, local government, project evaluation, regional aid

7.11.2003

EN

Official Journal of the European Union

C 268 E/173

Bearing in mind that some local authorities, such as the municipality of Carrara, urgently need to use
European funds to regenerate areas in industrial decline and to reduce imbalances in social and economic
development, can the Commission state:

1. whether the municipality of Carrara has submitted projects for the ERDF?

2. whether the municipality of Carrara has secured funding for these projects?

3. whether this funding has been used?

(2003/C 268 E/195)

WRITTEN QUESTION E-1120/03

by Roberta Angelilli (UEN) to the Commission

(1 April 2003)

Subject: Use of funds from the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF) by the municipality of

Florence

In September 2002, the monitoring committee of the Italian Ministry for Economic Affairs issued a report
on the spending of EU funds.

The report reveals the alarming slowness and inefficiency with which EU funds are allocated to projects by
some regional authorities.

The grave concerns about the inadequate use of European funds by local authorities have frequently been
echoed by the Commission.

Bearing in mind that some local authorities, such as the municipality of Florence, urgently need to use
European funds to regenerate areas in industrial decline and to reduce imbalances in social and economic
development, can the Commission state:

1. whether the municipality of Florence has submitted projects for the ERDF?

2. whether the municipality of Florence has secured funding for these projects?

3. whether this funding has been used?

(2003/C 268 E/196)

WRITTEN QUESTION E-1121/03

by Roberta Angelilli (UEN) to the Commission

(1 April 2003)

Subject: Use of funds from the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF) by the municipality of

Livorno

In September 2002, the monitoring committee of the Italian Ministry for Economic Affairs issued a report
on the spending of EU funds.

The report reveals the alarming slowness and inefficiency with which EU funds are allocated to projects by
some regional authorities.

The grave concerns about the inadequate use of European funds by local authorities have frequently been
echoed by the Commission.
Non-opposition to a notified concentration (Case COMP/M.3049 — Alcan/Flexpack) (Text with EEA relevance)
Date: 2003-04-01
Institutions: European Commission
Subjects: aluminium, economic concentration, merger control, packaging, restrictive-practice authorisation

1.4.2003

EN

Official Journal of the European Union

C 78/5

Non-opposition to a notified concentration

(Case COMP/M.3082 — PON/Nimbus/Geveke)

(2003/C 78/05)

(Text with EEA relevance)

On 24 February 2003, the Commission decided not to oppose the above notified concentration and to
declare it compatible with the common market. This decision is based on Article 6(1)(b) of Council
Regulation (EEC) No 4064/89. The full text of the decision is only available in English and will be
made public after it is cleared of any business secrets it may contain. It will be available:

— as a paper version through the sales offices of the Office for Official Publications of the European

Communities (see list on the last page),

— in electronic form in the ‘CEN’ version of the CELEX database, under document No 303M3082. CELEX

is the computerised documentation system of European Community law.

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Non-opposition to a notified concentration

(Case COMP/M.3049 — Alcan/Flexpack)

(2003/C 78/06)

(Text with EEA relevance)

On 24 February 2003, the Commission decided not to oppose the above notified concentration and to
declare it compatible with the common market. This decision is based on Article 6(1)(b) of Council
Regulation (EEC) No 4064/89. The full text of the decision is only available in English and will be
made public after it is cleared of any business secrets it may contain. It will be available:

— as a paper version through the sales offices of the Office for Official Publications of the European

Communities (see list on the last page),

— in electronic form in the ‘CEN’ version of the CELEX database, under document No 303M3049. CELEX

is the computerised documentation system of European Community law.

For more information concerning subscriptions please contact:

EUR-OP,
Information, Marketing and Public Relations,
2, rue Mercier,
L-2985 Luxembourg.
Tel. (352) 29 29 427 18, fax (352) 29 29 427 09.
WRITTEN QUESTION E-1186/03 by Roberta Angelilli (UEN) to the Commission. Use of funds from the FIFG by the municipality of Ancona.
Date: 2003-04-01
Institutions: European Parliament, Provisional data
Subjects: EU financing, FIFG, Marches, fishing industry, local government

13.3.2004

EN

Official Journal of the European Union

C 65 E/53

The grave concerns about the inadequate use of European funds by local authorities have frequently been
echoed by the Commission.

Bearing in mind that some local authorities, such as the municipality of Fiumicino, urgently need to use
European funds to support structural measures in the sector of fisheries, acquaculture and the processing
and marketing of the relevant products, can the Commission state:

1. whether the municipality of Fiumicino has submitted projects for the FIFG?

2. whether the municipality of Fiumicino has secured funding for these projects?

3. whether this funding has been used?

(2004/C 65 E/052)

WRITTEN QUESTION E-1186/03

by Roberta Angelilli (UEN) to the Commission

(1 April 2003)

Subject: Use of funds from the FIFG by the municipality of Ancona

In September 2002, the monitoring committee of the Italian Ministry for Economic Affairs issued a report
on the spending of EU funds.

The report reveals the alarming slowness and inefficiency with which EU funds are allocated to projects by
some regional authorities.

The grave concerns about the inadequate use of European funds by local authorities have frequently been
echoed by the Commission.

Bearing in mind that some local authorities, such as the municipality of Ancona, urgently need to use
European funds to support structural measures in the sector of fisheries, acquaculture and the processing
and marketing of the relevant products,

can the Commission state:

1. whether the municipality of Ancona has submitted projects for the FIFG?

2. whether the municipality of Ancona has secured funding for these projects?

3. whether this funding has been used?

(2004/C 65 E/053)

WRITTEN QUESTION E-1187/03

by Roberta Angelilli (UEN) to the Commission

(1 April 2003)

Subject: Use of funds from the FIFG by the municipality of Carrara

In September 2002, the monitoring committee of the Italian Ministry for Economic Affairs issued a report
on the spending of EU funds.

The report reveals the alarming slowness and inefficiency with which EU funds are allocated to projects by
some regional authorities.

The grave concerns about the inadequate use of European funds by local authorities have frequently been
echoed by the Commission.

Bearing in mind that some local authorities, such as the municipality of Carrara, urgently need to use
European funds to support structural measures in the sector of fisheries, acquaculture and the processing
and marketing of the relevant products,