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Interesting linky on SE's linky just in case any missed it. All developing nations - presumably old cars, lower technology generally.
https://www.theguardian.com/cities/2...harm-than-good
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Originally posted by SueEllen View PostDon't be silly.
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It isn't the main factor, see map below, but pollution is going to be related to population, so adding 5%+ to our population due to EU migration is hardly helping. Among other measures, we need a more sensible economic model that does not depend on making our nation more and more overcrowded.
Actually we don't look that bad on the map here, some parts of Eastern & Southern Europe look worse and you don't want to live in China!
Air Pollution in United Kingdom: Real-time Air Quality Index Visual Map
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like 4 other countries, will be taken to the European court of Justice. linkyLast edited by xoggoth; 15 February 2017, 17:01.
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Originally posted by vetran View Postwell apparently no one imposed fines despite France committing an illegal act for years so yes you are right it doesn't help.
Either way, it's the CSE stream for you, laddy!
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Originally posted by northernladyuk View Post'From' is a rather vague word in this case, isn't it? The Commission can propose the fines but it is the ECJ that imposes the fines. There are some further logical clues within the article, for example:
To quote assguru:
If you are quoting Assguru to support your argument then you must know you have already lost
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Originally posted by NigelJK View PostSo do I, the French owe the ECJ around 7.2M euro's. I think we (as a full member of the EU) should also ensure that the damage to our economy is also repaid in full, wouldn't want the criminals getting away with it again would we?
In terms of criminality, was a criminal law broken? If so, which one?
In terms of damage, is France legally accountable for that damage? If so, on what legal basis?
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Originally posted by vetran View PostStrange the bit of the story I quoted seems to disagree with you, how are you doing on the AssGuru logic free method course then?
The Commission had applied to the court for the hefty daily fines until France agreed to accept British beef, but the case was still pending when France lifted its ban.
HTHBIDI
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I think the law should be applied
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Originally posted by BlasterBates View PostGood job we're leaving the EU, won't have to put with that anymore.
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Originally posted by northernladyuk View PostThe relevant part of the article, I think, is:
It doesn't look to me as if the BBC article states that the Commission can fine anyone.
As an aside, I do blame Thatcher for abolishing O levels, with their more rigorous English Language comprehension test. It has been downhill ever since, and it is a parlous background against which to hold a national referendum on such a complex matter. But it is done now, and I fear that those who supported Brexit will be those least equipped to deal with it.
Strange the bit of the story I quoted seems to disagree with you, how are you doing on the AssGuru logic free method course then?
France has escaped the threat of huge fines from the European Commission over its illegal ban on British beef imports.
The Commission withdrew the proposed $161,400 (£100,000) a-day penalties against France because they cannot be imposed retrospectively.
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Originally posted by vetran View PostBetter tell the BBC then its their story.
June 2002: Commission asks European Court to impose daily fines of £100,000 against France
As an aside, I do blame Thatcher for abolishing O levels, with their more rigorous English Language comprehension test. It has been downhill ever since, and it is a parlous background against which to hold a national referendum on such a complex matter. But it is done now, and I fear that those who supported Brexit will be those least equipped to deal with it.
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Originally posted by NigelJK View PostThink it does say ECJ (as per my reply) in the article, although I'd agree it's difficult to tell the ECJ and the EUC (and their objectives) apart.
So you think that if I got a speeding ticket I'd not have to pay the 'fine' because the case was brought retrospectively. Does that sound right? Only if you're a shortsighted Europhile (this is my new insult to remainers).
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