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Our role is to raise awareness of the European Parliament and the European Union generally.

Our role is to raise awareness of the role of the European Parliament – the EU's Citizens' Chamber – in the European Union and the decisions made by its directly elected Members. The decision made by the MEPs have a huge impact on our daily lives and the world around us.

- Every year we answer thousands of enquiries, distribute publications and attend exhibitions throughout the UK.

- We organi

se events and keep the media informed of news stories from the European Parliament.

- We work closely with teachers, educationalists and organisations involved in promoting active citizenship to produce and distribute free educational resources about the European Parliament and the EU generally.

- Our outreach team develops links with trade bodies, professions, large and small companies, non-governmental organisations and anyone else who has an interest in European affairs and the role of the European Parliament.

09/05/2026

🇪🇺Happy Europe Day!

Today we are at the French Institute in Edinburgh 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 as part of the Festival of Europe in Scotland! Visit our stand, chat with us and create a photo booth memory!

❓Festival of Europe Scotland
🏠French Institute Edingbourg
⏰ 10-17h

Link in bio 👉

08/05/2026

On Tuesday, we welcomed over 100 students to Europe House to mark Europe Day.

Ten schools from the European Parliament Ambassador Schools (EPAS) programme joined us for a discussion on the work of our office, the EPAS initiative, and the state of democracy in Europe and beyond.

Following a group photo, students explored “Visit Europe in One Day” — discovering cultures, languages and traditions across Europe through interactive stands hosted by Member States at Sinfonia Smith Square.

A vibrant and engaging celebration showcasing the richness and diversity Europe has to offer — all in one place.

07/05/2026

Join us for the 8th annual Sir Julian Priestley Memorial Lecture which will be delivered by Jan Royall, Baroness Royall of Blaisdon and chaired by Leena Maria Linnus, Head of the European Parliament Liaison Office in the United Kingdom.

Hosted jointly by European Parliament in the UK and European Movement UK, the event will also be streamed online.

The Sir Julian Priestley Memorial Lecture Series was established to commemorate the life of the former Secretary-General of the European Parliament (1997-2007) and who was in his time the most senior British civil servant in the EU.

🗓️ 12 May 2026
⏰ 17.30 - 21.00 BST
🏠 Europe House, Westminster

For in-person or online registration, click the link in the comment👇

24/04/2026

🌐On the International Day of Multilateralism and Diplomacy for Peace, we highlight the power of partnership.

Connecting parliaments, coordinating efforts, and strengthening democracy - across Europe and beyond.

23/04/2026

What happens when you bring together EU and UK parliamentarians, a defence expert and a senior UK diplomat in one room? A rich discussion on how the UK and the EU can deepen cooperation on security and defence.

Tonight’s inaugural ‘Parliaments in dialogue’ event at brought Westminster and Brussels together for a timely exchange on shared challenges, strategic ambitions and practical cooperation.

In discussion, , co-chair of the EU-UK Parliamentary Partnership Assembly, , Chair of the Business and Trade Committee, Lord Peter Ricketts GCMG GCVO and Professor Jamie Gaskarth reflected on the importance of closer dialogue at parliamentary level.

As Sandro Gozi said: “In the volatile security situation in Europe, not only governments must cooperate but also parliaments, not least as parliamentarians can anchor the difficult decisions with ordinary people.”

If you missed it, watch this space — this was only the first in a new series of discussions, with more timely conversations bringing MEPs and UK counterparts together to come.

22/04/2026

This week we are happy to launch a new series of events, ‘Parliaments in dialogue’, bringing Westminster and Brussels/Strasbourg closer together, in cooperation with , , and UK in a Changing Europe.

On Thursday, join the European Parliament Liaison Office in the UK for the inaugural discussion on security and defence cooperation.

As global security becomes more uncertain, this event will bring together UK and EU parliamentarians and defence experts to discuss how the UK and the EU can deepen cooperation in this field.

The European Parliament will be represented by , co-chair of the EU-UK Parliamentary Partnership Assembly. The House of Commons is represented by and the Chair of the Business and Trade Committee. They will be also joined by Lord Peter Ricketts GCMG GCVO and Professor Jamie Gaskarth.

📍 Chatham House, 10 St James’s Square, London + online
📍 Doors open 17.00 | Discussion 17.30 - 18.30

Register via the link in comments. In-person places are first come, first served.

17/04/2026

Members of the Budgets Committee are spending the third day of their London visit at Europe House, where they hold discussions on EU-UK cooperation in the areas of research and innovation, youth mobility, security, defence, and UK’s ongoing participation in EU flagship programmes.

They met with representatives of the British Academy, the Russell Group and the Wellcome Trust on Horizon Europe;
with representatives of Best for Britain, the National Youth Agency and the Young European Movement UK on youth
and finally with representatives of Chatham House, RUSI and UK in a Changing Europe on security and defence cooperation.

They will conclude the day with a meeting with Lord Livermore at the Treasury.

They also met with EU Ambassador Pedro Serrano for discussions on Thursday evening.

During the mission, the Head of the Mission, , said: “..closer cooperation between our two sides is not just timely, it is strategically necessary..”

Read more: https://link.europa.eu/kKQWw7

16/04/2026

We welcomed four Members of the Budget Committee, led by to London!

After Wednesday’s welcome to Europe House and briefings by colleagues from , Members will spend the following days meeting with their British counterparts and representatives of the British Parliament.

This morning was dedicated to meetings with Lord Stirrup, Chair of the European Affairs Committee and , Chair of the Treasury Committee and visit to the Palace of Westminster, as well as Lord Ricketts.

13/04/2026

MEPs will do committee work in Brussels this week, focusing on the EU’s next finance frame, political situation in world and energy security. They will discuss:

📍the EU’s 2028–2034 long-term budget
📍situation in Iran and Lebanon
📍protection of workers from hazardous chemicals
📍Temu and unsafe or illegal products
📍energy security and phasing out Russian gas and oil.

More information on committee meetings: https://link.europa.eu/vndvfm

25/03/2026

This March, Members of the European Parliament meet for the second time in plenary, this time in Brussels, to debate and vote in particular on the following topics:

📍EU-US trade deal
📍Artificial intelligence rules
📍Outcome of the last European Council
📍Possible reform of EU return policy (immigration)

All debates can be watched 🔴LIVE online or replayed later: https://link.europa.eu/V6Rt74

24/03/2026

🇪🇺🇬🇧 Call for applications

If you’re an early-career professional working in government, a political party, or civil society, the Emerging Leaders’ Programme 2026 offers a rare chance to step inside the EU institutions in Brussels!

Organised by the EU Delegation to the UK in cooperation with the European Parliament, this five-day study visit to Brussels is designed to connect the UK’s next generation of leaders with the professionals from EU institutions.

🗓 22–26 June 2026, Brussels
📍For professionals aged 20–35 from the UK
📍Travel accommodation & meals covered
📍Meetings with senior EU officials
📍Roundtables on key EU-UK policy issues
📍Networking opportunities with peers from across sectors.
📍Deadline to apply: 12 April 2026

We’re looking for people who’ve shown leadership in their field or community — whether through founding initiatives, public advocacy, elected positions, or notable professional achievements.

Full details and application form 👉 https://link.europa.eu/gTTqkb

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