Trafficking in human beings: prevention and control of trafficking in human organs and tissues. Framework Decision. Initiative Greece

The European Parliament adopted a resolution drafted by Robert EVANS (PES, United Kingdom). It made several amendments to the Commission's proposals. (Please see the summary dated 30/09/03.) The resolution was passed by 432 votes in favour and 25 abstentions. Parliament inserted a definition for "illegal trafficking," and gave examples of payments which do not constitute financial gain, such as payment of a fee for medical expenses in connection with transplant.�