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1. Highlights - Committee votes - Committee on Fisheries

   

   On 15 April 2026, the PECH Committee will vote on key decisions on international fisheries agreements and strategic maritime policies shaping the future of European fisheries:

   
   

   • São Tomé & Príncipe (2025-2029): Decision on a new fisheries protocol
   • Cook Islands (2025-2032): Vote on a sustainable fisheries partnership
   • the impact of the implementation of the Maritime Spatial Planning Directive
   • the multiannual plan for the Baltic Sea and ways forward

   On the link below you will find the results of votes by roll call, indicating how way each Member voted.

   
   Results of votes by roll call

   
   Source : © European Union, 2026 - EP

2. Highlights - 30 March - World Bipolar Day - Committee on Public Health

   

   Bipolar disorder is a brain-based mental health condition marked by extreme mood swings between manic (or hypomanic) and depressive episodes, affecting energy, thinking, and daily functioning. It impacts about 1 in 200 people worldwide and can disrupt work, school, and relationships.

   
   

   Though its exact cause is unknown, it likely involves genetic and biological factors and can affect both adults and young people. While many individuals face misdiagnosis and stigma, bipolar disorder is highly treatable with medication and psychosocial support, allowing people to lead full and productive lives.

   World Bipolar Day promotes global awareness and works to reduce stigma and discrimination.

   
   WHO
   International bipolar foundation

   
   Source : © European Union, 2026 - EP

3. Latest news - Next Committee meeting: 15 April 2026 - Committee on Fisheries

   

   The next PECH meeting will take place on Wednesday 15 April 2026, 9.00 - 9.30 (Coordinators' meeting) and 9.30 - 12.30 and 14.00 - 18.00inmeeting room SPAAK 4B1.

   
   PECH meetings 2026
   Supporting analyses
   Research studies for PECH Committee
   European Parliament Think Tank

   
   Source : © European Union, 2026 - EP

4. Highlights - BUDG - study on EU Support for Natural Disasters - 08.04.2026 - Committee on Budgets

   

   This study assesses the adequacy of the post-2027 MFF proposals in providing support for dealing with natural disasters. It examines measures related to prevention and preparedness before disasters occur, as well as immediate responses and recovery support afterwards. Based on this analysis, it formulates policy recommendations on how the proposals could be improved.

   
   

   The study was prepared at the request of the European Parliament's Budgetary Support Unit, DG BUDG.

   
   Study
   At a glance

   
   Source : © European Union, 2026 - EP

5. Latest news - Upcoming SANT committee meetings - Committee on Public Health

   Next SANT committee meeting(s) will take place in Brussels on:

   • Tuesday, 14 April 2026, 10:00 - 12:30
   • Thursday, 23 April 2026, 9:00 - 12:30

   
   SANT meeting calendar 2026
   SANT Work in progress (updated 17 March 2026)
   Watch SANT meetings live

   
   Source : © European Union, 2026 - EP