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The Party of European Socialists united for swift recovery, respecting the Rule of Law
October 16, 2020

The Party of European Socialists united for swift recovery, respecting the Rule of Law

Representatives from PES member parties across Europe today urged Member States to deliver on the recovery without compromising on European values.

Employment, Social affairs, Health
PES EPSCO ministers push for a fair recovery for all workers
October 13, 2020

PES EPSCO ministers push for a fair recovery for all workers

Europe’s recovery will only be successful if it works for all workers, PES ministers said today as they met by videoconference with European commissioners Nicolas Schmit and Helena Dalli, MEPs and trade unionists.

Employment, Social affairs, Health
SURE: PES hails confirmation that progressive policy is one step closer to implementation
September 24, 2020

SURE: PES hails confirmation that progressive policy is one step closer to implementation

The PES today celebrated the news that all national guarantees necessary for the roll-out of the European temporary Support to mitigate Unemployment Risks in an Emergency (SURE) have been received by the European Commission. The confirmation from Economy Commissioner Paolo Gentiloni means workers and Member States are one step closer to receiving vital support.

Employment, Social affairs, Health
PES Europe ministers call for a European recovery strategy that respects democratic values
September 21, 2020

PES Europe ministers call for a European recovery strategy that respects democratic values

The next Multiannual Budget for Europe and recovery fund must promote and enhance respect for the rule of law, Europe ministers from the PES said today as they met by videoconference.

Employment, Social affairs, Health
Social democrats call for societal reset
September 5, 2020

Social democrats call for societal reset

Only an economic and social reset will get Europe and the Netherlands out of this crisis, the social democratic family declared today at a Dutch Labour Party (PvdA) event.

Employment, Social affairs, Health
SURE: PES welcomes lifeline for Europe’s workers
August 25, 2020

SURE: PES welcomes lifeline for Europe’s workers

The PES strongly backs the European Commission’s proposal on financial support for unemployment risks, that have been presented to the Council of the EU for approval. We call on the Council to give the green light as soon as possible, so this European solution can be set in motion and Europe’s workers can receive the help they need.

Employment, Social affairs, Health

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