Parliament put forward recommendations aimed at moving towards a society that promotes equality between men and women in both formal and informal care. In a report adopted by 263 votes to 83, with 154 abstentions, MEPs state that access to care is a fundamental right and urge EU countries to address gender inequality in all […]
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The EU is extending support to workers at risk of losing their jobs
This change aims to reduce the number of cases in whichemployees lose their jobs because their role is no longer required, and to helpworkers transition into new roles. Thenew ruleswill remain in force until the end of 2027, when the current EGF programme expires. Currently, the European Growth Fund (EGF) supports workers and the self-employed […]
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International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia and Transphobia: Statement by the High Representative on behalf of the European Union 2026
Where inequality and discrimination persist, democracy cannot thrive. Equality is not optional; it is the foundation of free and resilient societies. However, around the world, too many LGBTI people continue to face violence, discrimination, hate speech and stigmatisation, and are targeted by disinformation campaigns, simply for being who they are. When the full enjoyment of […]
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Agreement to improve the protection of vulnerable adults
The new legislation adopted on Tuesday aims to promote the right to independent living for adults across the EU. The European Parliament and EU government negotiators have reached a provisional agreement on new rules to ensure that adults requiring assistance in matters such as healthcare, residence, property, commerce or asset management receive greater support and […]
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The Commission is proposing new measures to tackle poverty and improve the lives of people with disabilities
The European Commission has presented an ambitious social plan aimed at helping to eradicate poverty and promote the rights of people with disabilities across the EU. The package includes thefirst European strategy against poverty—the Commission’s plan to help eradicate poverty in the EU by 2050—; a proposal for a Council Recommendation oncombating housing exclusion; and […]
Read MoreParliament sounds the alarm over the state of fundamental rights in the EU
In a vote held on Wednesday, MEPs took stock of the state of fundamental rights in the EU in 2024 and 2025. The values enshrined in Article 2 of the EU Treatyand in theCharter of Fundamental Rightsmust be respected in all EU policies and fully implemented by Member States, according to a report adopted by […]
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The Commission welcomes this important step towards modernising the EU’s social security coordination rules
Representatives of the EU Member States have approved theagreementbetween the Council Presidency and the European Parliament on therevision of the rules on social security coordination. The European Commission welcomes this approval. The revised rules represent an important step towards fair labour mobility within the EU. They make it easier for people to work, live or […]
Read MoreDefinition of rape based on the absence of consent across the EU
Parliament wants the Commission to propose legislation establishing a common definition of the crime of rape based on the absence of free, informed and revocable consent. In a report adopted on Tuesday by 447 votes to 160, with 43 abstentions, MEPs call on Member States that still define rape solely in terms of the use […]
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Better protection for workers against exposure to chemicals
On Wednesday, the Committee on Employment and Social Affairs adopted its position on the new provisions designed to strengthen EU rules to protect workers from exposure to hazardous substances. With 45 votes in favour, none against and 10 abstentions, MEPs on the Committee on Employment and Social Affairs approved the sixth revision of the Carcinogens, […]
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