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"We must demonstrate to the European taxpayer that the EU’s budget is value for money and represents sound financial management. Therefore, the EP’s continued monthly commute to Strasbourg totally contradicts this, especially with our focus on climate change. Whilst I welcome the comments in the Itälä report on greener use of transport, these hardly tackle the scale of the problem. We urgently need to act as pioneers and set a real example.
On the Virrankoski report, I am disappointed by the level of funding for poverty reduction programmes to the poorest regions, including Asia. If the EU is to have credibility as a global power it needs to put its money where its mouth is.
Whilst I welcome the support for Palestine and Afghanistan, in the case of the latter, the EU strategy needs greater collaboration with neighbouring countries India and Pakistan to achieve long-term success. Furthermore I regret the proposed reduction to CFSP funding, especially in Kosovo. This should not be delayed or underfunded.
Finally, I support the emphasis on the Lisbon Agenda creating jobs and increasing skills. These initiatives will really bring added value from the EU to the people I represent in the West Midlands."@en1
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