The Commission has proposed today Erasmus+ funding for five new Platforms of Centres of Vocational Excellence, to meet the needs of an innovative, inclusive and sustainable economy. Powered by WPeMatico

The European Investment Fund (EIF) and the European Commission are launching new COVID-19 support measures under the EaSI Guarantee Instrument (EaSI) to enhance access to finance for micro-borrowers, micro- and social enterprises. Powered by WPeMatico

The COVID-19 pandemic has dramatically affected our world and our way of living, with the loss of thousands of lives and unprecedented consequences for every aspect of our daily existence. The Commission for Social Policy, Education, Employment, Research and Culture (SEDEC) at the European Committee of the Regions is preparing regular bulletins on the policy […]

As part of the first European campaign for declared work, the European Platform tackling undeclared work and the European Labour Authority (ELA) have launched a #EU4FairWork social media competition, calling on workers and employers from across the EU to share their personal stories about working declared. Powered by WPeMatico

The European Commission presented today guidelines to ensure the protection of seasonal workers in the EU in the context of the coronavirus pandemic. It provides guidance to national authorities, labour inspectorates, and social partners to guarantee the rights, health and safety of seasonal workers, and to ensure that seasonal workers are aware of their rights. […]

The crisis triggered by the COVID 19 pandemic is undermining Europe’s economic, territorial and social cohesion and its capacity to deliver a greener, inclusive and smart transition towards a more sustainable future. This is why the #CohesionAlliance – an EU-wide coalition gathering more than 12,000 signatories – urges EU Member States to support a strong […]

In this interview, Vojko Obersnel (HR/PES), Mayor of Rijeka and rapporteur on the Just Transition Fund (JTF) opinion, answers five questions on the EU initiative aimed at supporting the regions most affected by the transition to a low carbon economy. In the context of the COVID-19, the proposed JTF budget has increased from €7.5 to […]

The EU’s recovery efforts after the Covid-19 pandemic must have a strong social dimension in order to maintain social security networks, safeguard workers’ jobs and avoid wrongful dismissals, members of local and regional governments highlighted in a debate with Nicolas Schmit, Commissioner for Social Rights and Jobs. An opinion discussed at the European Committee of […]

In this interview, Concha Andreu Rodríguez (ES/PES), President of the Regional Government of La Rioja, talks about the EU’s Gender Equality Strategy and the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on women. Ms Andreu is the rapporteur for the opinion adopted this week by the Commission for Social Policy, Education, Employment, Research and Culture (SEDEC) of […]

Today the European Commission is taking action to give young people all possible opportunities to develop their full potential to shape the future of the EU, and thrive in the green and digital transitions. Powered by WPeMatico