Dear list,
The plenary of the European Parliament has just rejected the Legal Affairs Committee with 278-318 votes and 31 abstentions.
This was a roll-call vote so will we know exactly who voted how.
This was a very tiring campaign that took us on an emotional rollercoaster ride. Thanks to all volunteers and staff who helped. I am convinced that it was us and our actions that made the difference of 30 votes possible.
Please remember though, that this just means that the EP will review the text in September in plenary. We will need to make sure amendment proposals are made and they receive a majority.
We will start working on this right away later today, but for the moment you will understand that I need a drink.
Cheers from Strasbourg,
Dimi