Press releases
The new rules on asbestos aim to protect EU workers from the risks of asbestos and to detect the presence of asbestos as early as possible.
Next EMPL meeting | 28 and 29 June
The Employment and Social Affairs committee is meeting this week.
From 13 to 15 June, a delegation of MEPs participated in the 16th Session of the Conference of States Parties to the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (COSP16).
Parliament urges the Commission to propose legislation to ensure the quality of traineeships across the EU.
From 13 to 15 June, a delegation of MEPs will participate in the 16th Session of the Conference of States Parties to the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (COSP16).
A new framework contract has been launched for the provision of expertise to support parliamentary work.
Parliament demands a major increase in collective bargaining coverage in the EU to improve working and living conditions for employees.
The European Parliament’s Employment and Social Affairs Committee is sending a 9-member delegation to Portugal on 27 May to participate in the Porto Social Forum.
Roadmap to a social Europe: grant social rights same priority as economy and environment
On Thursday, MEPs reiterated their commitment to the European Pillar of Social Rights as a shield to protect health, safety and living conditions.
Traineeships in the EU should ensure decent living standards by offering adequate remuneration and be more accessible, MEPs agreed on Monday.