WRITTEN QUESTION E-1863/99 by Glyn Ford (PSE) to the Commission. Parity of qualifications within the European Union.
20. 6. 2000 EN Official Journal of the European Communities C 170 E/113 When permissions are given by national or local authorities, the Commission can only assume that environmental considerations have been taken into account. It is not the responsibility of the Commission to interfere with local issues. However the Commission may intervene should evidence of a potential breach of Community legislation be brought to its attention. (1) OJ L 206, 22. 7. 1992. (2000/C 170 E/133) WRITTEN QUESTION E-1863/99 by Glyn Ford (PSE) to the Commission (14 October 1999) Subject: Parity of qualifications within the European Union Is the Commission aware that Barcelona University is demanding from a British student who already has a degree from a British University 156 credits over and above those demanded from Spanish students? Does the Commission not feel that this is in breach of European law which does not allow discrimination on the grounds of nationality between citizens of the European Union? Answer given by Mrs Reding on behalf of the Commission (4 November 1999) The information supplied by the Honourable Member does not allow for a thorough examination of the situation. The Commission has specified in a fax to the Honourable Member what details are needed. As soon as the information becomes available, the Commission will look into this case. (2000/C 170 E/134) WRITTEN QUESTION P-1875/99 by Alexander de Roo (Verts/ALE) to the Commission Subject: Imminent infringement of the Habitat Directive (12 October 1999) Is the Commission aware that the Governments of Belgium, the Netherlands and Germany are developing plans for the revival of the Iron Rhineí? Is the Commission aware that the historical route of this rail freight line passes through the De Meineweg National Park? Is the Commission aware that De Meineweg has been designated as a sanctuary and special protection area within the framework of Natura 2000? Is the Commission aware that the Directive 92/0043/EEC (1) (the Habitat Directive) has a special bearing on the presence ü unique in the Netherlands ü of adders (vipera berus)? Does the Commission agree that the revival of a rail freight line in this area is inconsistent with the European Habitat Directive, under which the adder, great crested newt, common spadefoot and crane are protected? What steps is the Commission contemplating to ensure that the Netherlands complies totally with the Habitat Directive in respect of De Meineweg?