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A truck passes near electricity posts as a power plant is seen in the background, outside the northern city of Kozani on Thursday, June 2, 2022.

Video. MEPs push tighter energy permit deadlines, setting up EU clash

Updated: 14/09/2026 - 19:59 GMT+2

The European Parliament is trying to turn permitting reform into a stronger, common EU rulebook, while capitals seek flexibility to accommodate national legal systems, environmental constraints and administrative structures, according to a document seen by Euronews.

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