24/04/2002 (Agence Europe) - As already indicated (see EUROPE 22-23 April page 10), on Wednesday, the European Commission adopted proposals for modifying the statute of the European Civil Service. The main objectives of the reform outlined by the Council are the introduction of a more continued career structure, the modernisation of the salary and pension system and the maintenance of professional and ethical standards. With the exception of slight amendments (holidays for parents), these...