Latest news from the European Commission on employment, social affairs and inclusion

The Commission, the Parliament, 25 EU Member States, the European Economic and Social Committee, European social partners and civil society signed the Declaration on the Future of the European Pillar of Social Rights, focusing on social and economic progress during the digital and green transitions.

Over 88% of European citizens value a social Europe personally, while 54% believe that there will be a more Social Europe by 2030. Half of the respondents (48%) believe that addressing the high cost of living should be a main priority in their country, followed by addressing low wages (35%).

The Commission has launched the first-stage consultation of European social partners on EU action for fair telework and the right to disconnect.

22 countries from the Union exchanged best practices and emphasised the importance of sustained dialogue amid Middle Eastern developments’ impact on jobs.

Commissioner Nicolas Schmit advocated for a more Social Europe and for a greater role for Cohesion Policy in addressing Europe’s housing crisis, youth unemployment and child poverty.

The Commission has launched a €23 million call for proposals to address long-term unemployment and support job reintegration.

The 9th cohesion report highlights progress in reducing disparities between Member States and regions, with continued investment in people and sustainable development.

A new toolkit aims to help policymakers use EU funding to invest in social housing and related services.

This report provides an annual overview of employment and social trends in the EU and recent national policy measures,.

The quarterly review offers insights into environmental concerns among EU citizens and the challenges they encounter in reducing emissions in their daily lives.