The commissioner for justice is responsible for leading the EU’s efforts to tackle breaches of the rule of law by member states

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has asked EU member states to nominate both a man and a woman.

Significant issues around how horses are processed for human consumption through slaughterhouses in mainland Europe were also detailed

Ireland is one of three EU member states that has a derogation to enable some farmers to work to a higher nitrate limit than the rest of the EU

Tunisia is a major departure point for many asylum seekers who attempt the often deadly crossing of the Mediterranean into Europe.

The controversial proposal has been met with criticism by road safety groups as well as the European Transport Safety Council