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Leaked letter says politicians in Northern Ireland should be granted observer status

"A steak is made of meat full stop. Using these names only for real meat keeps labels honest, protects farmers, and preserves Europe's culinary traditions," said lead negotiator and EPP member of parliament Celine Imart ahead of Wednesday's vote. "Calling it 'meat' is misleading for the consumer," she added.

The European Parliament has overwhelmingly voted in favor of Bulgaria's request to join the euro, paving the way for it to become the 21st member of the bloc to use the currency.

"Number one, I haven't thought about it. Number two, nobody has approached me and I've approached nobody. My thinking on it now is to be quite honest, nothing."

"We see you. We hear you, and the 28th of June, we will march with you in Budapest, side by side. Proud and loud."

Dati's acceptance of nearly €300,000 from GDF Suez during her time in the European parliament raises serious ethical questions about influence and accountability.