Good news from around Europe
Today, the Commission proposed to support 632 workers in Belgium, who were dismissed by machinery and paper enterprises Purmo and Sappi, with €700,000 from the European Globalisation Adjustment Fund for Displaced Workers (EGF). Powered by WPeMatico
These cities have demonstrated best practice and highlighted their commitment to ensure accessibility to urban life for persons with disabilities, including for built environment and public spaces (such as buildings, roads or parks), public transport, facilities and services, as well as information and communication technologies. Powered by WPeMatico
The Annual Report of the Social Protection Committee shows employment expansion and indicates a slight reduction in the number of people at risk of poverty or social exclusion in 2023, although the share of people reporting financial distress remains high. Powered by WPeMatico
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