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Citizens Demand Action on Air Passenger Rights Initiative

8/8/2025

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The European Citizens’ Initiative (ECI) empowers citizens to shape EU policy, yet only 10 out of 144 initiatives have garnered a formal response. Frustrated campaigners are calling out the European Commission for its sluggish follow-up on critical issues like animal welfare. Now, a fresh initiative aims to safeguard air passenger rights as proposed changes threaten to diminish compensation for delays.

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The European Citizens’ Initiative (ECI) empowers citizens to shape EU policy, yet only 10 out of 144 initiatives have garnered a formal response. Frustrated campaigners are calling out the European Commission for its sluggish follow-up on critical issues like animal welfare. Now, a fresh initiative aims to safeguard air passenger rights as proposed changes threaten to diminish compensation for delays.