Jürgen Noack
@juergennoack.bsky.social
I help organisations get heard in Brussels. Working at the intersection of EU public affairs and communications. | European by heart | Passionate about languages, music & Belgian chocolate 📍Brussels, Belgium 🔗 www.pluxconsulting.eu
Running a small NGO or association in Brussels? I have two days a week available for EU affairs communications, public affairs, events, and association management. 20+ years in the field. Clients include IFAW, SEAP, and Transparency International. Happy to talk. More at: www.pluxconsulting.eu
I have developed three half-day #training sessions for #communications professionals in #EUaffairs: ▪️ Social Media ▪️ Media Relations and Press Releases, and ▪️ Crisis Communication. Practical, interactive, built for the Brussels bubble. Learn more at: pluxconsulting.eu/training
Attention number crunchers! Did you know that the #EUTransparencyRegister now counts over 17,000 entries? 30% companies, 27% NGOs, and 17% trade associations. Belgium leads with 3,881 organisations, followed by Germany and France. More details here: transparency-register.europa.eu/find-out-mor...
I consider myself lucky to have had the opportunity to work in an office at the #RésidencePalace for several years. Here is an interesting article from The Brussels Times on the history and secrets of this remarkable building complex: www.brusselstimes.com/2021048/a-ci...
A city within a city: The secret life of Brussels' Résidence Palace
The iconic Résidence Palace marks its centenary this year – a Jazz Age experiment in luxury living that helped reshape Brussels long before the EU arrived.
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This is one of the annual flagship events in Brussels that you shouldn’t miss if you’re interested in economic policy. #EUBEF26
PLUX Consulting@pluxconsulting.eu · 7mo agoThe Brussels Economic Forum returns on 7 May 2026, this year under the title "The EU's AI Economy in the Global Race." Worth watching if EU #competitiveness and #AI policy are on your radar. Registration is open: ec.europa.eu/economy_fina... #EUBEF26
🌷Spring has finally arrived in Belgium, and cherry blossoms, tulip displays, and garden festivals are popping up across the country. If you’re looking for a bit of seasonal inspiration, there are plenty of floral events to explore this year. Find out more here: www.thebulletin.be/spring-bloom...
Spring blooms: Visit a flower festival or plant fair in Belgium
From dreamlike cherry blossom and the blaze of colourful tulips to plant fairs for green-fingered gardeners, Belgium boasts seasonal festivals and fairs all around the country.Many of these horticultu...
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The European Parliament's March plenary session last week covered a range of issues: housing affordability, labour shortages, AI copyright, EU enlargement, and priorities for the 2027 budget. Find out more in this recap from the EP Think Tank: www.europarl.europa.eu/thinktank/en...
Folks in the Brussels bubble, prepare yourselves: another strike affecting public transport is scheduled for next week, starting on Sunday evening. More details here: www.brusselstimes.com/belgium/2004...
Everything we know about the strikes hitting Belgium next week
A three-day train strike and a national demonstration are set to disrupt several services across Belgium next week.
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Next week in the European Parliament, debates will take place on cyberbullying and child protection, the EU’s first anti-poverty strategy, labour exploitation, trade and agriculture files, and the proposed 2040 climate target. Read more in this EP Think Tank post: epthinktank.eu/2026/02/06/e...
European Parliament Plenary Session February 2026
Members gather for the February plenary session with an agenda that includes a debate on the 2025 annual report on the European Central Bank and a statement to mark World Cancer Day, as well as debate...
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🗓️ Event alert: 27 January 2026 SEAP, together with the European Centre for Public Affairs, is organising an in-person workshop on working effectively with consultants in European public affairs. Register here: www.eventbrite.be/e/seap-ecpa-... #PublicAffairs #Consultancy #Transparency
SEAP - ECPA Workshop: Working effectively with consultants
SEAP and ECPA are delighted to invite you to their joint workshop.
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An eventful year is coming to a close, marking the third year for PLUX Consulting. I want to take this opportunity to thank all my clients, partners and friends for their trust and cooperation. Wishing you relaxing holidays and a healthy, happy and successful New Year!
SEAP welcomes the EU Ombudswoman's findings on the need for transparency and proper scrutiny in urgent EU law-making. As SEAP President Emma Brown notes: “The EU can move fast and still respect its own standards.” Read the full statement here: seap.be/statement-on...
🇪🇺🇩🇰 Today, Denmark takes over the Presidency of the Council of the EU. Its programme focuses on security, support for Ukraine, competitiveness, and the green transition. Find out more here: danish-presidency.consilium.europa.eu/en/programme...
The EU Commission has launched a consultation on the Consumer Agenda 2025–2030 and an Action Plan for Consumers in the Single Market. Stakeholders can share their views until 11 August 2025. Find out more here: ec.europa.eu/info/law/bet... #Consultation #ConsumerPolicy #SingleMarket
This promises to be very insightful and inspiring. Looking forward!
The Brussels Times@brusselstimes.com · last yr.New Zealand's former PM Jacinda Ardern to give talk in Brussels' Bozar
📣 New rules at the European Parliament: as of 1 May, lobbyists must activate their access badge daily using terminals at the entrance — even if your badge is marked “active” online. More bureaucracy, more waiting — what is the added value? #EUpublicaffairs #lobbying #transparency
Have a nice working day, my Belgian colleagues and friends, and enjoy the slightly shorter long #Easter weekend! www.brusselstimes.com/belgium/1538...
Why Good Friday is not a public holiday in Belgium
Good Friday is an official public holiday in many countries, but for most people in Belgium it is just a regular working day.
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A useful briefing from the EP think tank, especially for EU professionals who are at the beginning of their career. 🤔
PLUX Consulting@pluxconsulting.eu · last yr.🇪🇺 If you are involved in #EuropeanAffairs, you have probably heard the term #trilogue. What exactly does it mean? What role does the trilogue play in the #EU's legislative process? Find out more in this briefing from the European Parliamentary Research Service. epthinktank.eu/2025/04/16/u...
If you haven’t seen it yet, don’t miss this beautiful natural spectacle. The #Hallerbos is just outside of Brussels. A perfect trip for a sunny weekend. www.brusselstimes.com/belgium/1529...
Hallerbos hyacinths begin to bloom on outskirts of Brussels
The regular shuttle bus service to the forest relaunches on Saturday. However, visitors might need to wait a few more days to see the blue carpet in full bloom.
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Hm, somehow, yesterday's appearance by the party leaders of the future German #coalition government reminds me of the concerts by electronic music pioneers #Kraftwerk. #Germany #Deutschland #SchwarzRot #Koalition #Regierung #Merz #Söder #Klingbeil #Esken
Two weeks to go. Join us on 27 March and register now!
Society of European Affairs Professionals@seap-eu.bsky.social · 2y ago📢 SEAP invites you to a thought-provoking panel discussion on the evolving landscape of lobbying in Brussels amid growing geopolitical uncertainty. Registration is open. Don't wait and secure your place now! 👉 www.eventbrite.be/e/lobbying-i...
Take part in this #event on 25 March and find out what you always wanted to know about #lobbying. #BeersPoliticsEU
HAROLD TOR-DAENENS@hyperion-tree-digital.eu · 2y agoJoin us for the next #BeersPoliticsEU on "Access Granted. How Transparent is Lobbying in Brussels?" 📍 Location: Beer Manía, Chaussée de Wavre 174/176, 1050 Brussels 🗓️ Date: Tuesday, 25 March 2025 🪴 Doors open: 17:30 ⌛ Time: 18:00-19:00 🎫 Entrance: FREE Signup: www.meetup.com/beers-politi...
Our survey on the new EU transparency regulations is still ongoing. Please let us know your experiences!
Society of European Affairs Professionals@seap-eu.bsky.social · 2y ago❓Are you affected by the new EU #transparency rules? Have you ever had a concern about the publication of minutes of meetings with Commission officials? If yes, please take part in our #survey! Click here: 👉 forms.gle/7qGBDnRWegFt...
🇩🇪 🗳️ The eagerly awaited results of the early parliamentary #elections in #Germany are now known. Read here how commentators in the European press assess the election results: www.eurotopics.net/en/334578/ge... - via eurotopics.net
Germany has voted: what next for Europe?
After Sunday's elections to the German Bundestag, the leader of the CDU, Friedrich Merz, is widely expected to initiate coalition talks with the SPD.
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❓Are you affected by the new EU #transparency rules? Have you ever had a concern about the publication of minutes of meetings with Commission officials? If yes, please take part in our #survey! Click here: 👉 forms.gle/7qGBDnRWegFt...
🇪🇺 The European Commission's long-awaited #workprogramme for 2025 is finally here. What are the key priorities and what are the differences compared to previous years? Find out more here: 👇 commission.europa.eu/strategy-and...
Commission work programme 2025
On 11 February 2025, the European Commission adopted the 2025 Commission work programme and its annexes
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🤣 It's always nice to start a new week with a good laugh. This one made my day! Thanks, @nicholasvinocur.bsky.social and @politico.eu Playbook. #Denmarkification #Trump #Greenland
📅 Event alert: How is #AI changing the world of work in Europe? On 11/02/2025 @eurofound.bsky.social will organise a webinar where experts will dive into how AI is changing our jobs, driving innovation, and creating new challenges. You can register here: app.livestorm.co/p/427296cc-9...
#EurofoundLive: How is AI changing the world of work in Europe? | Eurofound
This year, Eurofound and European Centre for the Development of Vocational Training (CEDEFOP) both mark their fiftieth anniversary. The longevity of the agencies, and the impact of their work, is a...
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📺 You can follow the presentation of the priorities of the Polish EU Council Presidency by Donald Tusk today at 10.30 am. Livestream available here: 👉 www.europarl.europa.eu/plenary/en/h...
Home | Plenary | European Parliament
Main page of the European Parliament’s plenary website. Live streaming, updated speaker list, plenary news, priority information and priority documents.
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PLUX Consulting@pluxconsulting.eu · 2y ago🇪🇺 🇵🇱 This Wednesday, 22/01, Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk will present the priorities of the Polish EU Council Presidency at the European Parliament. Find out more about Poland's key priorities in this highly informative briefing from the EP Think Tank: 👉 www.europarl.europa.eu/thinktank/en...
