Syed Kamall MEP: The ECR is stronger than ever – and we’re out to counter Europe’s ostrich mentality

The ECR Group is now the European Parliament’s de facto opposition – and we have a radical alternative to offer.

Last week proves that the Prime Minister needs a big hitter in Europe. That means pulling the Lansley candidacy.

The man with a track record of shaking up the status quo is Martin Callanan.

What does Number 10 really think about Callanan for EU Commissioner?

An opaque process helps no-one.

Syed Kamall defeats Richard Ashworth to become leader of the Conservative MEPs

He will be working with Martin Callanan, the Tory MEP who leads the ECR group.

WATCH: What powers does Cameron want back for Britain?

European leaders claim not to know.

WATCH: Martin Callanan MEP – Cut the red tape that causes Europe to export jobs and wealth

“I hope, Mr Barroso, you will go and beat Commissioner Andor over the head with this report.”

Martin Callanan MEP: E-Cig action and support for shale. All this and more in my monthly report.

We’ve only just returned from Strasbourg, but would you believe we’re going back AGAIN next week. The Treaties say we must hold 12 sessions a year there.

Martin Callanan MEP: A Croatian detective. A budget deal. Good work by Syed Kamall – and a Duff proposal

Martin Callanan MEP is Chairman of the European Conservatives. This is his monthly letter to ConHome readers. Follow the ECR Group… Read more »

Martin Callanan MEP: Create more employment in Europe by creating some unemployment in the European Commission

Martin Callanan: 26 million young people are unemployed across Europe. So how does the EU respond? Yes – you guessed it…

Martin Callanan MEP is Chairman of the European Conservatives. This is his monthly letter to ConHome readers.

MEP candidates and hustings for North East, North West and Yorkshire

By Mark WallaceFollow Mark on Twitter. We now have full shortlists for the European Election lists in the North East, North West… Read more »

Martin Callanan MEP wants concrete results from tomorrow’s EU summit on energy and tax evasion

Martin Callanan MEP: Praise for Margaret Thatcher… in the European Parliament

Martin Callanan MEP is Chairman of the European Conservatives. This is his monthly letter to ConHome readers. Follow the ECR Group… Read more »

Martin Callanan MEP provides his monthly update on events from the European Parliament

Martin Callanan MEP is Chairman of the European Conservatives. This is his monthly letter to ConHome readers. Follow the ECR Group… Read more »

Martin Callanan MEP backs cut in EU budget