A €300,000 (approximately ¥54 million) damages order against left-wing activist and European Parliament member Ilaria Salis has been invalidated on appeal. The issue of wrongful dismissal, brought forward by two former staff members, will now be retried at the first-instance level. The court this time recognized issues concerning procedural notification and the right to defense—not an endorsement of the dismissal as justified. However, given that this involves litigation related to a politician, it is necessary to examine the proceedings to assess how procedural fairness is upheld—and to reflect on trust in Europe’s judicial system. ✅ For details, click “ALT” in the bottom left of the image.