European Parliament Voting Analysis — Arts & Culture — Apr 27–30, 2026
During the April 27–30, 2026 voting block, the European Parliament focused on the intersection of tourism, cultural heritage, and regional development within the EU.
EP voting block Apr 27–30, 2026. Per-bill sections, sorted most-contested first.
1 bills
65.1% avg margin
0 close calls (<20%)
1 bills went to a roll-call vote in this voting block.
Most contested: REPORT on enhancing connectivity, preserving cultural heritage, and driving loca (Passed, 65.1% margin).
ECR saw the most party-line defections (12).
During the April 27–30, 2026 voting block, the European Parliament focused on the intersection of tourism, cultural heritage, and regional development within the EU. The adopted report emphasizes strategies to enhance connectivity and preserve cultural assets while promoting local excellence in tourism management. The legislative activity reflects a commitment to supporting regional tourism growth across member states, with particular attention to sustainable destination management and the safeguarding of Europe's diverse cultural heritage. This approach aims to balance economic development with the preservation of local identities and traditions throughout the Union.
REPORT on enhancing connectivity, preserving cultural heritage, and driving local excellence in European tourism: destination management and regional tourism growth
This report sets out recommendations for EU action to strengthen the tourism sector by improving digital and transport connectivity, safeguarding cultural heritage, and supporting regional tourism initiatives. The policy aims to address uneven tourism development across member states, with a focus on sustainable growth and local community engagement. The debate reflects broader tensions over balancing economic priorities with cultural preservation, particularly in regions heavily reliant on tourism.
A10-0078/2026
Passed
Final vote: Y 439 · N 42 · A 129
Won by 397 votes (65.1%)
Party split
Yes
No
Abstain
• marks parties with <75% internal cohesion
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Broke with party on this vote
- ECR 12: Beatrice Timgren (N), Charlie Weimers (N), Dick Erixon (N), Geadis Geadi (Y), Gheorghe Piperea (N), Jaak Madison (N), Kristoffer Storm (N), Michele Picaro (Y) …
- Greens/EFA 6: Benedetta Scuderi (A), Diana Riba I Giner (A), Ignazio Roberto Marino (A), Leoluca Orlando (A), Marie Toussaint (A), Vicent Marzà Ibáñez (A)
- EPP 4: Alice Teodorescu Måwe (N), Christophe Gomart (A), Henrik Dahl (A), Ilia Lazarov (A)
- ESN 3: Marcin Sypniewski (N), Petar Volgin (Y), Petr Bystron (N)
- Renew 1: Karin Karlsbro (N)
- The Left 1: Pernando Barrena Arza (A)
