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This article presents news briefs related to environmental laws of the European Union as of November 2003. The areas of discussion include atmospheric pollution, chemicals imports and energy. The European Commission has issued a notice to importers in the European Community of controlled and new substances that deplete the ozone layer. The European Parliament has adopted a multiannual programme for action in the field of energy. This programme will support sustainable development in the energy context, making a balanced contribution to the achievement of the following general objectives: security of energy supply, competitiveness, and environmental protection.