Good news from around Europe
This peer review took place online on the 16-17 April 2024. Powered by WPeMatico
The European Commission is drafting new non-binding good practice guidelines for the safe management of asbestos at work. In a series of workshops interested stakeholders can make their contribution to the development of practical and comprehensible guidelines. Powered by WPeMatico
The Clean Energy Ministerial (CEM) has announced the launch of the “CEM Campaign on sustainable lifestyles, fairness and access to clean energy technologies” that puts people at the heart of the clean energy transformation. Powered by WPeMatico
On Tuesday 17 September, Deputy Director General Olsson participated in the Union for the Mediterranean Youth Forum in Helsinki, bringing together young leaders, policymakers, and stakeholders to tackle regional challenges and promote entrepreneurship, sustainability, and inclusive growth. Powered by WPeMatico
EU Social partners in Professional Football, together with UEFA, reached a tangible outcome this year in their implementation of the Social Partner Agreement on minimum requirements for professional football player. Powered by WPeMatico
Social investments and reforms in key areas can boost employment, social inclusion, competitiveness and economic growth. This is the main finding of the Commission’s 2024 Employment and Social Developments in Europe (ESDE) report. Powered by WPeMatico
The Commission has proposed support for 365 workers dismissed in Belgium by the retail chain Match-Smatch with €2.7 million from the European Globalisation Adjustment Fund for Displaced Workers (EGF). Powered by WPeMatico
A new report gathers success factors and best practices of Erasmus+ projects working on digital skills and outreach to vulnerable groups on career pathways offered by vocational education and training (VET). Powered by WPeMatico
The 2025 Access City Award competition is now open for applications. This European award recognises cities which have undertaken outstanding work to become more accessible for persons with disabilities. Powered by WPeMatico
Ministers of Employment and Social Affairs have adopted council conclusions on pension adequacy, following the publication of the 2024 Pension Adequacy Report, drafted by the Commission and the Social Protection Committee. Powered by WPeMatico