European Union (EU) websites

Europa: Gateway to the European Union

Provides comprehensive news and information about the EU, its institutions and activities. Access official documents and other publications. Includes sections on working, studying and travelling in the EU. The EU at a glance section provides a comprehensive overview of the EU.

European Small Business Portal

The EU's portal for small and medium-sized enterprises, with subsections giving access to information about policies, programmes, legislation and initiatives.

Europe Direct's web assistance service

Connects you to an expert online who can help you navigate the Europa website.

EU Bookshop

Managed by the Publications Office of the European Union, EU Bookshop gives you online access to the European Union's official publications. You can download them as PDF files or (for some) order copies to be sent to you at home.

European Archive

Access to a digital library of cultural resources, including film and audio clips.

BBC News: Inside Europe

For the latest news and comment from Europe. Includes an in depth look at EU money matters, EU institutions and EU history. You can also watch online The Record: Europe, which examines key moments in the political week in Brussels and Strasbourg.

Britain in the EU

Foreign Office website providing information about the EU and Britain's role within it. Includes a quick guide to the EU, news, policies, frequently asked questions and EU terms explained. Also has a short film explaining the EU in one minute.

Euromyths

Regularly updated blog aiming to counteract myths about Europe.

South West MEPs

Links to the websites of the seven Members of the European Parliament (MEPs) in the South West.

South West UK Brussels Office

The South West UK Brussels Office exists to give the South West of England a unified voice in Brussels.The website includes news, information about the South West and EU policies and projects.

Write to them

Allows you to contact your MEP or other elected representatives for free. Type in your postcode and then select the representative you'd like to contact. You then fill in a simple form with your message and contact details. Once you have confirmed your email address your message will be sent (an email address is needed to use the service).

More websites can be found on the cyberLibrary : Europe page.

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