Europe Day 2017
5 Maijs 2017
Eurofound staff explains what Europe means to them to commemorate the 60th Anniversary of the Treaty of Rome #EU60
Sixty years ago in Rome, the foundations were laid for the Europe that we know today. It established a common market where people, goods, services and capital can move freely. More importantly, it created the conditions for prosperity and stability for European citizens, which has resulted in the longest period of peace in across the European continent.
To mark and celebrate Schuman Day on 9 May, Eurofound staff explain what Europe means to them, in conjunction with activities to mark the day in other EU Institutions and Agencies in Europe and around the world.
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In 1957, when European leaders were signing the Treaty of Rome, my parents were a newly married couple setting up house in Spain. My father warned against spending too much on the (coal) kitchen as 'butano' domestic gas should soon be available in the country.
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'I have no problem with migrants', said the man at the side of the football pitch. 'Except that they have so many children and they can't speak English properly'. 'Like me' said my husband, gesturing to his four offspring and exaggerating his heavy accent. 'No, no', said the man. 'Not like you at all! You're French, you're fine.' |
The Ireland that I am from is often characterised by borders and division; a place where people are separated by nationality, culture, identity and belief. These borders are made of tin, brick and mortar and run along houses in Belfast, Derry and Portadown. |