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Jürgen Noack
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Managing Director at PLUX Consulting | @pluxconsulting.eu | European by heart. Passionate about languages, music & Belgian chocolate.

📍Brussels, Belgium 🔗 www.pluxconsulting.eu
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Hey, comms and policy people in the Brussels bubble! I have compiled a #StarterPack with Brussels-based #journalists covering the #EuropeanUnion and #NATO. I hope you will find it useful. go.bsky.app/Sfg5MNj
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🇪🇺🇩🇰 Today, Denmark takes over the Presidency of the Council of the EU. Its programme focuses on security, support for Ukraine, competitiveness, and the green transition. Find out more here: danish-presidency.consilium.europa.eu/en/programme...
July 1, 2025 at 7:37 AM
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The EU Commission has launched a consultation on the Consumer Agenda 2025–2030 and an Action Plan for Consumers in the Single Market. Stakeholders can share their views until 11 August 2025.

Find out more here: ec.europa.eu/info/law/bet...

#Consultation #ConsumerPolicy #SingleMarket
May 20, 2025 at 9:16 AM
This promises to be very insightful and inspiring. Looking forward!
May 13, 2025 at 3:41 PM
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📣 New rules at the European Parliament: as of 1 May, lobbyists must activate their access badge daily using terminals at the entrance — even if your badge is marked “active” online. More bureaucracy, more waiting — what is the added value? #EUpublicaffairs #lobbying #transparency
April 30, 2025 at 10:26 AM
Have a nice working day, my Belgian colleagues and friends, and enjoy the slightly shorter long #Easter weekend!
www.brusselstimes.com/belgium/1538...
Why Good Friday is not a public holiday in Belgium
Good Friday is an official public holiday in many countries, but for most people in Belgium it is just a regular working day.
www.brusselstimes.com
April 18, 2025 at 10:30 AM
A useful briefing from the EP think tank, especially for EU professionals who are at the beginning of their career. 🤔
April 16, 2025 at 7:47 AM
If you haven’t seen it yet, don’t miss this beautiful natural spectacle. The #Hallerbos is just outside of Brussels. A perfect trip for a sunny weekend. www.brusselstimes.com/belgium/1529...
Hallerbos hyacinths begin to bloom on outskirts of Brussels
The regular shuttle bus service to the forest relaunches on Saturday. However, visitors might need to wait a few more days to see the blue carpet in full bloom.
www.brusselstimes.com
April 12, 2025 at 8:35 AM
Hm, somehow, yesterday's appearance by the party leaders of the future German #coalition government reminds me of the concerts by electronic music pioneers #Kraftwerk.

#Germany #Deutschland #SchwarzRot #Koalition #Regierung #Merz #Söder #Klingbeil #Esken
April 10, 2025 at 8:01 AM
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Two weeks to go. Join us on 27 March and register now!
📢 SEAP invites you to a thought-provoking panel discussion on the evolving landscape of lobbying in Brussels amid growing geopolitical uncertainty.

Registration is open. Don't wait and secure your place now! 👉 www.eventbrite.be/e/lobbying-i...
March 13, 2025 at 10:36 AM
Take part in this #event on 25 March and find out what you always wanted to know about #lobbying. #BeersPoliticsEU
March 10, 2025 at 11:35 AM
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Our survey on the new EU transparency regulations is still ongoing. Please let us know your experiences!
❓Are you affected by the new EU #transparency rules? Have you ever had a concern about the publication of minutes of meetings with Commission officials?

If yes, please take part in our #survey!

Click here: 👉 forms.gle/7qGBDnRWegFt...
March 5, 2025 at 8:52 AM
🇩🇪 🗳️ The eagerly awaited results of the early parliamentary #elections in #Germany are now known. Read here how commentators in the European press assess the election results: www.eurotopics.net/en/334578/ge... - via eurotopics.net
Germany has voted: what next for Europe?
After Sunday's elections to the German Bundestag, the leader of the CDU, Friedrich Merz, is widely expected to initiate coalition talks with the SPD.
www.eurotopics.net
February 24, 2025 at 11:51 AM
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❓Are you affected by the new EU #transparency rules? Have you ever had a concern about the publication of minutes of meetings with Commission officials?

If yes, please take part in our #survey!

Click here: 👉 forms.gle/7qGBDnRWegFt...
February 21, 2025 at 9:08 AM
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🇪🇺 The European Commission's long-awaited #workprogramme for 2025 is finally here. What are the key priorities and what are the differences compared to previous years? Find out more here: 👇 commission.europa.eu/strategy-and...
Commission work programme 2025
On 11 February 2025, the European Commission adopted the 2025 Commission work programme and its annexes
commission.europa.eu
February 12, 2025 at 8:40 AM
🤣 It's always nice to start a new week with a good laugh. This one made my day! Thanks, @nicholasvinocur.bsky.social and @politico.eu Playbook.
#Denmarkification #Trump #Greenland
February 10, 2025 at 8:57 AM
Well, in that case, happy #NationalCroissantDay! 🥐
🥐While nobody needs an excuse to eat one, today just so happens to be #NationalCroissantDay, a chance to celebrate the humble crescent pastry and its history that dates all the way back to the 13th century.
National Croissant Day: A history of the iconic French pastry
From cronuts to crookies, the croissant kickstarted an age of social media food trends while remaining an icon of French culture and cuisine.
www.euronews.com
January 30, 2025 at 2:08 PM
📅 Event alert: How is #AI changing the world of work in Europe?

On 11/02/2025 @eurofound.bsky.social will organise a webinar where experts will dive into how AI is changing our jobs, driving innovation, and creating new challenges.

You can register here: app.livestorm.co/p/427296cc-9...
#EurofoundLive: How is AI changing the world of work in Europe? | Eurofound
This year, Eurofound and European Centre for the Development of Vocational Training (CEDEFOP) both mark their fiftieth anniversary. The longevity of the agencies, and the impact of their work, is a...
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January 29, 2025 at 11:00 AM
📺 You can follow the presentation of the priorities of the Polish EU Council Presidency by Donald Tusk today at 10.30 am. Livestream available here: 👉 www.europarl.europa.eu/plenary/en/h...
January 22, 2025 at 8:02 AM
The requirement for #transparency applies not only to lobbyists but also to political decision-makers. It's time for the European Commission to act.
🇪🇺 #Transparency matters! Over 6 weeks into the new European Commission term, clarity on Cabinet compositions is still missing. SEAP President Emma Brown calls on @ec.europa.eu to act now for openness and #goodgovernance. Read the full statement: 👉 seap.be/statement-on...
January 16, 2025 at 2:46 PM
Are you back from the Christmas break and ready to return to work? Here are the ten topics you should keep an eye on in 2025. 👇
🎉 Happy New Year!

From innovation, climate protection and electric cars to artificial intelligence, migration and defence - these are the ten issues to watch in 2025.

Read more in this insightful analysis from the European Parliamentary Research Service: 👉 www.europarl.europa.eu/thinktank/en...
January 9, 2025 at 11:13 AM
Happy holidays and see you again in the new year!
✨ As the year draws to a close, we extend our heartfelt thanks to our clients, partners, and friends for their invaluable collaboration and support throughout 2024. We wish you joyful and relaxing holidays and a healthy, successful start to 2025. ✨
December 17, 2024 at 1:28 PM
🚄 #Eurostar is the worst #railway company in #Europe. A study published by the think tank Transport and Environment (T&E) assessed 27 companies in Europe and concluded that Eurostar offers the worst quality of service on the continent. Read more here: www.brusselstimes.com/belgium/1346...
Eurostar ranked worst railway operator in Europe
Eurostar scored poorly on pricing, reliability and its non-existent bike policy.
www.brusselstimes.com
December 10, 2024 at 9:13 AM
🥳 Happy 2nd birthday @pluxconsulting.bsky.social! 🎉

Do you need #strategy advice or support with your #publicaffairs or #communication initiatives? Are you seeking someone who can lead your association with competence and commitment? Then please reach out to me!

Visit my website: pluxconsulting.eu
December 5, 2024 at 10:07 AM
Oh nooooo! 😫
The ‘Future is Europe’ mural is gone… 🥹
December 4, 2024 at 11:17 AM
🌍 Brussels truly is a cosmopolitan city. Last year, over 56k people moved here from abroad, with international residents now making up 37.2% of the population. 🇫🇷 French, 🇷🇴 Romanians, 🇮🇹 Italians, 🇲🇦 Moroccans, and 🇪🇸 Spaniards top the list. Read more here: www.brusselstimes.com/brussels-2/1...
Brussels' international population now at almost 40%
The foreign population in Brussels totalled 464,629 at the start 2024 – 37.2% of the city's population. Find out the most common nationalities.
www.brusselstimes.com
December 4, 2024 at 9:14 AM