Overview
This report covers Parliamentary Questions (PQs) and Commission Answers published between 02.03.2026 and 08.03.2026. During this period, 1 new PQs were published and 2 Commission Answers became available. Key themes this week included Public Health & Prevention and External & Environment-Health Links.
❓ Combating gender-based and sexual violence in sport in the EU
In question E-000729/2026, published on 02.03.2026, MEP Emma Fourreau (The Left) asks the Commission what steps it will take to prevent gender-based and sexual violence in sport. The question specifically seeks information on educational programmes, mandatory European standards for federations, a potential EU mechanism for reporting and victim protection, and support for Member States in the compulsory training of sports managers. A response from the Commission is pending.
❗ EU food safety rules on pesticide residues in imports
In a response published on 02.03.2026 to question E-005010/2025, Commissioner Várhelyi clarified the EU’s rules on the pesticide cyanamide. The export of cyanamide is subject to an explicit consent procedure under the Prior Informed Consent (PIC) Regulation. For imports, Maximum Residue Levels (MRLs) for cyanamide in food and feed are set at the ‘limit of quantification’ (technical zero), meaning products containing its residues cannot be imported into the EU. The Commission is currently assessing a closer alignment of production standards for imported products to prevent hazardous pesticides banned in the EU from re-entering via imports.
❗ Ecodesign requirements and user education for solid fuel heaters
In an answer to question E-004432/2025 published on 02.03.2026, Commissioner Jørgensen stated that the Commission has not yet issued a proposal for new ecodesign requirements for solid fuel local space heaters. An impact assessment is underway to evaluate possible changes, which will analyze affordability, social, economic, and environmental impacts, while considering the renewable nature of biomass. One measure being considered is providing a quick user guide with products to instruct users on how to operate appliances to optimise fuel combustion and minimise pollutant emissions.
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