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Standards for equality bodies in the field of equal treatment and equal opportunities between women and men in matters of employment and occupation

TA-9-2024-0196 · P9_TA(2024)0196 · PE749.992

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Parliament adopted its first-reading position on a proposed directive setting standards for equality bodies that promote equal treatment and equal opportunities between women and men in employment and occupation. The position corresponds to the final legislative act, Directive (EU) 2024/1500, after agreement was reached between Parliament and Council. The directive amends Directives 2006/54/EC and 2010/41/EU.

Key points

  1. Parliament adopts its position at first reading on the proposed directive on standards for equality bodies in equal treatment and equal opportunities between women and men in employment and occupation.
  2. The directive amends Directives 2006/54/EC and 2010/41/EU.
  3. The position corresponds to the final legislative act, Directive (EU) 2024/1500, as an agreement was reached between Parliament and Council.
  4. Parliament calls on the Commission to refer the matter to Parliament again if it replaces, substantially amends or intends to substantially amend its proposal.

Who is affected

  • Equality bodies in the field of equal treatment and equal opportunities between women and men in matters of employment and occupation.

Legal basis: Article 294(2) and Article 157(3) of the Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union.