Former European Transport Commissioner de Palacio dies

Former European Transport Commissioner de Palacio dies Former European Transport Commissioner Loyola de Palacio, 56, died Wednesday night in a Madrid hospital from cancer.
   A minute of silence was held this morning in the European Parliament after which its president, Josep Borrell said: 'Loyola de Palacio was a strong and determined interlocutor and always loyal to European values.
   'Very appreciated for using clear and direct language in the offices and corridors of this House and of the Commission. The last months of her life can be example for all. I feel a personal feeling of loss and it is sad news for all people that new her,” Borrell said.