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REPORT (COM(2026)0002 – C100002/2026 – 2026/0001(BUD))

On the proposal for a decision of the European Parliament and of the Council on the mobilisation of the European Globalisation Adjustment Fund for Displaced Workers following an application from Belgium – EGF/2025/006 BE/Audi

A-10-2026-0006

Committee on Budgets · Rapporteur: Nicolae Ștefănuță

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Parliament approves the mobilisation of the European Globalisation Adjustment Fund for Displaced Workers (EGF) with EUR 7,527,625 for Belgium following 3,414 displacements at Audi and its suppliers. The resolution notes the closure of Audi's plant, calls for measures to reduce bankruptcies and support workers, and stresses the need for a proactive EU industrial policy to prevent such closures.

Committee position. The Committee on Budgets approves the Commission's proposal to mobilise the EGF for Belgium, agreeing with the assessment that conditions are met.

Key points

  1. Agrees that Belgium meets the conditions for EGF support and is entitled to EUR 7,527,625, representing 85% of total costs of EUR 8,856,030.
  2. Notes the application was submitted on 18 September 2025 and the Commission finalised its assessment on 9 January 2026; stresses shortening the time between application and financing decision.
  3. Calls on Belgian authorities to reduce bankruptcies and address social disparities, as unemployment risk is higher for those with low education, who comprise 83% of displaced workers.
  4. Regrets that Audi ceased activities despite profitability, with production moving to China and Mexico, and notes challenges like insufficient access to cheap clean energy.
  5. Urges Belgian authorities to facilitate opening a new manufacturing site at the former Audi factory to create high-quality jobs.
  6. Emphasises that EGF mobilisation must be part of a larger policy response to ensure workers find opportunities matching their skills.
  7. Lists personalised services: counselling, training, job day, business start-up contribution, and incentives; stresses fostering high-quality, future-oriented jobs.
  8. Calls for thorough final evaluations of measures, including data on workers reintegrated and training completed.
  9. Notes that personalised services started on 17 February 2025 and administrative expenditure on 9 July 2024, with eligibility periods of 24 and 31 months after the financing decision.
  10. Stresses that EGF assistance must not replace company responsibilities under national law or collective agreements.
  11. Stresses the need for a proactive EU industrial policy to prevent closures, including affordable clean energy and investment in skills.

Who is affected

  • Workers displaced from Audi and its suppliers in Belgium, who will receive personalised services and financial support.
  • Belgian authorities, responsible for implementing measures and ensuring visibility of EU funding.

Figures and deadlines

  • EUR 7,527,625 financial contribution, 85% of total cost of EUR 8,856,030.
  • 3,414 displacements, with 3,148 within the reference period and 266 before or after.
  • EUR 15,000 contribution to business start-up.
  • EUR 2 per hour job-search allowance.
  • EUR 700 lump sum for IT skills bonus.
  • EUR 350 monthly return-to-school allowance.
  • EUR 350 monthly allowance for business creation for up to 12 or 18 months.

Legal basis: Article 8 of Council Regulation (EU, Euratom) 2020/2093 laying down the multiannual financial framework for 2021-2027.