Commission calls on ITALY and SPAIN to ensure that businesses are paid on time The Commission has decided to send a Letter of Formal Notice to Italy and a Reasoned Opinion to Spain for non-conformity of national legislation with the Late Payment Directive (Directive 2011/7/EU). Late payments have negative effect on businesses, as they reduce their liquidity, prevent […]
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How long can we live?
Scientists say there’s a maximum age humans can reach. Whether it’s with cryogenic chambers or biohacking, we’re waiting for the day that modern technology will permit us to live much longer than ever before – or even forever. A study published in the journal ‘Nature Communications’ claims these ambitions will remain the stuff of science […]
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What is an EU Blue Card?
Are you a highly-qualified worker wishing to work in an EU country?If so, you might be able to get an EU Blue Card. On these pages you can find out what an EU Blue Card is, how to apply for one and learn more about the rights that an EU Blue Card holder can enjoy. […]
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The company and the gender imbalance created by COVID-19
COVID-19 has significantly sped up the move towards flexible working. To adapt to the ‘new normal’, many employers are making long-term changes to their workplace strategies. However, it is important that they also consider how their future workplace model will affect gender equality. According to a recent report by the Joint Research Centre, women doing […]
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Tips to help you take a career choice
We’ve all found ourselves at the beginning of our professional lives, where it’s not easy to know which path to take. Here are our top six tips to help you find the right career choice. 1. List your goals What do you want to get out of your career? A career goal could be a […]
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Reasons to consider seasonal work abroad in 2021
Seasonal (or temporary) work has always been considered a second, and less desirable, option to full-time employment; we believe that this need not be the case. Here are a number of reasons why seasonal work should not be dismissed. Access to entry-level positions – a good starting point : Seasonal employment often offers entry-level positions […]
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What are the best paying sectors in the EU?
How much people earn varies considerably between economic activities. Which sectors have especially high earnings and which have low earnings may also differ between countries. Which are these high and low paying sectors, measured in average gross monthly earnings in euro? Highest paying sector in the EU In 2018, the ‘Information and communication’ industry was the highest paying […]
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European Parliament to review status of Andalusian seasonal workers
The situation of vulnerability that Huelva and Almería are suffering in the human rights of illegal settlements has been denounced, for which the European Commission has accepted the complaints from the Multicultural Association of Mazagón (Huelva) and Almería Acoge. The investigation will be carried out, according to the president of the Committee on Petitions, so […]
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Commission launches debate on responding to the impact of an ageing population
The European Commission presented a green paper to launch a broad policy debate on the challenges and opportunities of Europe’s ageing society. It sets out the impact of this pronounced demographic trend across our economy and society and invites the public to express their views on how to respond to this in a public consultation, which will […]
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