Blocking access to the European Union for diplomats and officials from third country governments that breach international human rights law will become easier under new visa rules agreed this morning by negotiators from the European Parliament and Council of the European Union.

This week, the Socialists and Democrats gather in Lisbon, engaging with young people, civil society, and local progressive forces to shape people-centred solutions to Europe’s pressing housing crisis, which is eroding social stability and democracy in Portugal and across Europe.