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The Commission has published today an update to the biological agents directive to further improve the safety of workers in the EU. Powered by WPeMatico
Today, the Commission launches the second-stage consultation of European trade unions and employers’ organisations on how to ensure fair minimum wages for all workers in the European Union. Powered by WPeMatico
The Commission is proposing further amendments to the Common Provisions Regulation and the FEAD Regulation, in response to the COVID-19 outbreak and growing needs. Powered by WPeMatico
The European Commission is putting forward changes needed for the EU’s social funding programmes to tackle social and employment challenges in the post-crisis era. Powered by WPeMatico
The Commission has proposed country-specific recommendations (CSRs) providing economic policy guidance to all EU Member States in the context of the coronavirus pandemic, focused on the most urgent challenges brought about by the pandemic and on relaunching sustainable growth. Powered by WPeMatico
Help us improve the online tool that explains the basic principles and functioning of the EU social security coordination regulations. Powered by WPeMatico
The European Agency for Safety and Health at Work (EU-OSHA) has issued guidance on coming back to work. Powered by WPeMatico
As most of Europe practices social distancing to slow the spread of the virus, it is all the more important that those who rely on others for the most basic of needs are not cut off from help. Powered by WPeMatico
The Commission is further increasing its response by proposing to set up a €100 billion solidarity instrument to help workers keep their incomes and help businesses stay afloat, called SURE. Powered by WPeMatico
The Coronavirus Response Investment Initiative has been adopted and will enter into force on 1 April. €37 billion of cohesion policy money will strengthen healthcare systems, support SMEs, short-term employment schemes, and community-based services. Powered by WPeMatico