How does stakeholders’ access to EU decision-makers affect the quality of decision-making processes, particularly in the tobacco, food, and alcohol sectors?
In-Depth Coverage – Reports, Episodes, and Articles
- Report: Who Gets to Talk to Brussels? (2026-06-11)
- WHO guidelines could undermine the quality of decision-making in the EU (2026-06-15)
- WHO Guidelines Lead to Poorer EU Decisions – Discussion in Almedalen (2026-06-25)
- EPHI at Almedalen: Who Gets to Speak to Those in Power? (2026-07-06)
- The future of EU health policy (2026-04-14)
- Transparency or Power? The biggest health care contract and accountability (2026-07-30)
- Is Europe Ready for War? Aurelijus Veryga on Healthcare, Emergency Preparedness, and Nicotine (2026-09-23)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the report *Who Gets to Talk to Brussels?* about?
Seth Engellau’s report analyzes how stakeholders’ access to EU decision-makers can influence decision-making processes in the tobacco, food, and alcohol sectors. It concludes that transparent and regulated channels of communication are needed to ensure that different perspectives and sector-specific knowledge are taken into account.
Does the report advocate a particular policy?
No. The report states that its purpose is not to advocate for a particular policy or specific outcomes, but rather to highlight how limited access can affect the interplay between decision-making, knowledge, and information.
How much does sick leave cost in the EU?
According to Adrian Mehic’s report, approximately 540 billion euros per year in direct labor costs, and 675–810 billion euros per year in estimated indirect productivity effects.
Where can I find EPHI's materials on EU policy?
In the list above, featuring reports, podcast episodes, interviews from Brussels, and coverage from Almedalen.