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New mandate is the momentum to transform Europe for the better
June 18, 2019

New mandate is the momentum to transform Europe for the better

Progressive principles and policies must be at the centre of the next mandate, Ministers of European Affairs from the PES agreed today during their discussion on the next legislative term.

Employment, Social affairs, Health
Let’s use the next five years to ensure protection for all workers
June 13, 2019

Let’s use the next five years to ensure protection for all workers

The upcoming mandate is the moment to finally ensure that all workers are properly protected, the Party of European Socialists said ahead of today’s Employment, Social Policy, Health and Consumer Affairs Council (EPSCO).

Employment, Social affairs, Health
OpEd: It’s time for a social and sustainable Europe
May 22, 2019

OpEd: It’s time for a social and sustainable Europe

In a few short days, voters will face a question: what kind of Europe do you want?

Employment, Social affairs, Health
OpEd: Five clauses for a new European Social Contract
May 15, 2019

OpEd: Five clauses for a new European Social Contract

Social progress is a fundamental objective of the EU. The European Welfare States are part of our economic success, they make us stronger worldwide. Social security is not an economic burden, but a fundamental element of the European Union, it is both a social and a competitive advantage that needs to be protected and continuously developed.

Employment, Social affairs, Health
Eurovision Debate: Timmermans promises a Europe that leaves nobody behind
May 15, 2019

Eurovision Debate: Timmermans promises a Europe that leaves nobody behind

Frans Timmermans tonight set out his progressive vision for a European Union which prioritises the fight against climate change, tackles inequalities and injustice, and is true to its core values of democracy, human rights and the rule of law.

Employment, Social affairs, Health
ARD ‘European Election Arena’: Timmermans discusses ideas for a fairer and more sustainable Europe with live TV audience in Cologne
May 7, 2019

ARD ‘European Election Arena’: Timmermans discusses ideas for a fairer and more sustainable Europe with live TV audience in Cologne

Frans Timmermans tonight set out his plans for the future of the European Union in a live TV debate with his conservative rival on ARD in Germany.

Employment, Social affairs, Health

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