The proposals adopted by Parliament are part of the EU-coordinated response to counter the impact of the coronavirus pandemic, set out by the European Commission on 13 March.

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The measures announced by the Commission to address Covid-19 were welcomed by Parliament President David Sassoli.

President Sassoli said the Parliament was committed to getting these measures approved as soon as possible.

“Covid-19 obliges everyone to be responsible and to be cautious. It is a delicate moment for all of us. Parliament will continue to work to exercise its duties. No virus can block democracy.”