EU Response to COVID-19

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What is the primary role of the ECDC during the COVID-19 pandemic?

To distribute vaccines to member states

To conduct research on COVID-19 treatments

To release periodically updated “rapid risk assessments” and provide scientific advice (correct)

To issue binding directives to member states

What is the limitation of the ECDC's powers?

It has limited financial resources

It has limited access to data

It has no binding authority outside its own staff (correct)

It has limited personnel

What is the mission of the ECDC?

To provide financial aid to member states

To promote tourism in EU member states

To identify, assess, and communicate emerging health threats (correct)

To regulate the food industry in EU member states

Which EU agency works in partnership with the ECDC?

The European Medicines Agency (EMA) Signup and view all the answers

Where is the ECDC based?

Stockholm, Sweden Signup and view all the answers

What does the TCA provide for in terms of trade in goods between the UK and the EU?

Zero tariffs and quotas Signup and view all the answers

What aspect of cooperation is excluded from the TCA?

Erasmus Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential consequence of Brexit for the EU's international standing?

It could weaken the EU's international standing Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following EU programmes is the UK participating in, according to the TCA?

Horizon Europe Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential benefit of the UK's exit from the EU, according to the text?

Reforming and strengthening the EU Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary focus of the first phase of the Withdrawal Agreement negotiations?

Withdrawal issues, including the status of UK citizens in the EU and EU citizens in the UK Signup and view all the answers

According to Article 50, what is the process for a Member State to withdraw from the EU?

Notify the European Council of its intention to withdraw Signup and view all the answers

What is the outcome of the UK and the EU agreement on reciprocal protection for citizens?

The UK and the EU agreed to provide reciprocal protection for citizens exercising free movement rights by the date of the UK’s departure Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the European Commission's role in the Brexit negotiations?

The European Commission outlined the EU's negotiating position Signup and view all the answers

What is the duration of the Brexit negotiations under Article 50?

From 29 March 2017 to 31 January 2020 Signup and view all the answers

Which countries have engaged in discussions about procuring Russian or Chinese vaccines?

Hungary, Poland, Austria, Slovakia, Denmark, and the Czech Republic Signup and view all the answers

What was a common narrative among some eurosceptic member states during the vaccination programme rollout?

The EU was responsible for the vaccine supply delays Signup and view all the answers

What was the result of the pandemic's weaknesses in fiscal governance?

A new public health programme with a significantly increased budget Signup and view all the answers

What was realized by member states in 2020 regarding public health?

That shared good public health would require investment Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential outcome of the EU's increased investment in public health?

A greater EU role in health in the future Signup and view all the answers

What was a challenge to the Schengen Agreement during the pandemic?

The closure of borders for people and exports Signup and view all the answers

What was the aim of the EU Vaccine Strategy and the EU Pharmaceutical Strategy?

To ensure equitable access to vaccines for all member states Signup and view all the answers

What did several EU countries do despite the advanced purchase agreements with the EU Commission?

Purchased more vaccine doses on their own Signup and view all the answers

What was the theoretical effect of the advanced purchase agreements on member states?

They were prevented from engaging in parallel negotiations Signup and view all the answers

Where did several member states seek vaccines from, in addition to the EU?

Russia and China Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of the UK's stance on international commitments and following international law?

To honour international commitments and follow international law Signup and view all the answers

What is the condition for the UK to make payments into the EU budget?

If the payments are beneficial to the UK Signup and view all the answers

What is the trend observed in the number of 'illegal immigrants' entering the UK?

A steady increase Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Bibby Stockholm ship, according to the UK government?

To deport asylum seekers to Rwanda Signup and view all the answers

What is the expected outcome of the next general election in the UK, according to a major poll?

Labour will win a landslide majority Signup and view all the answers

How long did it take to negotiate the Trade and Cooperation Agreement (TCA)?

Eight months Signup and view all the answers

What is the outcome of the European Parliament's vote on the TCA?

The TCA was ratified with a majority vote Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of the Trade and Cooperation Agreement (TCA)?

Free trade between the UK and the EU Signup and view all the answers

What is the UK's stance on the CJEU's jurisdiction after Brexit?

The UK wants to end the CJEU's jurisdiction Signup and view all the answers

What is the UK's immigration policy, according to Prime Minister Rishi Sunak?

Stricter controls and reduced immigration Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of the EU4Health programme?

To provide funds for collaborative projects and facilitate cooperation between health officials Signup and view all the answers

How does the EU4Health programme encourage cooperation among member states?

By providing a significant financial incentive Signup and view all the answers

What is the budget of the EU4Health programme?

€5.1 billion Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the COVID-19 pandemic in relation to the EU4Health programme?

It highlighted the importance of cooperation in health Signup and view all the answers

What is the impact of the EU4Health programme on the EU's treaty competences in health?

It has no impact on the EU's treaty competences in health Signup and view all the answers