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An EU health workforce crisis plan: sustainability of healthcare systems and employment and working conditions in the healthcare sector

✦ AI The report responds to a health workforce crisis in the Union, where shortages of doctors, nurses, carers and other healthcare professionals are deepening and becoming structural. It sets out measures under six pillars: employment and working conditions, regional inequalities in access to care, recruitment and training, digital transformation, financing and planning, and ethical labour models. Parliament adopted the text as its official position, meaning it states Parliament's stance on how to address the crisis and support sustainable healthcare systems. The report calls for better implementation of the Professional Qualifications Directive, expanded education and training pathways, and use of ESF+ and cohesion funds to support national plans.

HealthJobs, social affairs & equality

Resolutions · report by Loucas Fourlas, Ruggero Razza · 23 ballots · voted 13:14 · A-10-2026-0168 · 2025/2062

The need to reduce work-related fatalities

✦ AI The European Parliament adopted a resolution on reducing work-related fatalities, covering prevention of accidents and occupational diseases, and protection of vulnerable workers. The text calls for stronger enforcement of EU safety rules, better data collection, and targeted measures for high-risk sectors such as construction, transport, and agriculture. It also asks the Commission to update legislation and support member states in improving workplace health and safety.

HealthJobs, social affairs & equality

Resolutions · motion for a resolution · 18 ballots · voted 14:01 · B-10-2026-0244 · 2025/3046

Gender pay and pension gap in the EU: state of play, challenges and the way forward, and developing guidelines for the better evaluation and fairer remuneration of work in female-dominated sectors

✦ AI Parliament adopted a resolution on the gender pay and pension gap in the EU, covering its causes and ways to close it. The text calls for better tools to value work, pay transparency, stronger enforcement of equal pay laws, and improved care services. It asks the Commission to address these issues in the next Gender Equality Strategy.

Jobs, social affairs & equality

Resolutions · report by Irena Joveva, Mirosława Nykiel · 6 ballots · voted 12:56 · A-10-2026-0021 · 2025/2038

European Semester for economic policy coordination: employment and social priorities for 2026

✦ AI Parliament adopted its resolution on employment and social priorities for the 2026 European Semester, setting out its position on coordinating economic, employment and social policies across the EU. The text calls for stronger integration of social objectives into EU economic governance, with the European Pillar of Social Rights at its core, and for measurable social targets to guide country-specific recommendations. It also urges an ambitious EU anti-poverty strategy, action on child poverty, and investment in people, including education, training and affordable housing, to address labour shortages and support sustainable growth.

Economy & single marketJobs, social affairs & equality

Resolutions · report by Nela Riehl · 32 ballots · voted 13:02 · A-10-2026-0033 · 2025/2183

Addressing subcontracting chains and the role of intermediaries in order to protect workers’ rights

✦ AI Parliament adopted a resolution on addressing subcontracting chains and the role of intermediaries to protect workers' rights. The text calls for measures to prevent labour exploitation, improve enforcement, and ensure accountability in subcontracting and labour intermediation. It emphasizes the need for a coordinated European response to combat abusive practices and protect workers and legitimate businesses.

Jobs, social affairs & equality

Resolutions · report by Johan Danielsson · 15 ballots · voted 12:25 · A-10-2025-0256 · 2025/2133

Just transition directive in the world of work: ensuring the creation of jobs and revitalising local economies

✦ AI Parliament adopted a resolution asking the Commission to propose a directive on a just transition in the world of work, aiming to create jobs and revitalise local economies during the green and digital transitions. The adopted text calls for measures to support workers and regions affected by these transitions, including through social dialogue, training, and quality job creation, while respecting national labour market models. Parliament's position is now set, and the Commission is expected to consider these recommendations in any future legislative proposal.

Jobs, social affairs & equality

Resolutions · report by Jana Toom · 53 ballots · voted 13:02 · A-10-2025-0261 · 2025/2131

Digitalisation, artificial intelligence and algorithmic management in the workplace – shaping the future of work

✦ AI Parliament adopted a resolution calling on the Commission to propose a directive on digitalisation, artificial intelligence and algorithmic management in the workplace. The proposed directive would set rules on transparency, consultation and human oversight, and would apply to workers and solo self-employed persons. It would ban monitoring of emotional states or private behaviour and require human review of key decisions such as hiring, termination and pay changes.

Jobs, social affairs & equalityDigital, AI & data

Resolutions · report by Andrzej Buła · 21 ballots · voted 12:31 · A-10-2025-0244 · 2025/2080

Role of cohesion policy in supporting the just transition

✦ AI Parliament adopted a resolution on the role of cohesion policy in supporting the just transition. The resolution examines the implementation of the EU Just Transition Fund and proposes measures to improve its effectiveness in helping regions and workers affected by the shift to a carbon-neutral economy. It calls for simplifying rules, establishing a post-2027 Just Transition Fund with greater resources, and ensuring that justice for workers is central to the transition.

EU budget & fundsJobs, social affairs & equalityClimate & environment

Resolutions · report by Ciaran Mullooly · 3 ballots · voted 14:23 · A-10-2025-0137 · 2024/2121

Security of energy supply in the EU

✦ AI Parliament adopted a resolution on the security of energy supply in the EU, setting out its position on the topic. The text calls for a reassessment of EU energy policy, including a phase-out of all energy imports from Russia and stronger coordination among member states. It also stresses the need to protect critical infrastructure and adapt to climate risks.

Energy

Resolutions · report by Beata Szydło · 25 ballots · voted 13:49 · A-10-2025-0121 · 2025/2055

Electricity grids: the backbone of the EU energy system

✦ AI Parliament adopted a resolution on electricity grids, calling them the backbone of the EU energy system. The text stresses the need to modernise, expand and digitalise grids to meet climate goals and boost competitiveness. It asks for faster implementation of EU rules, a stronger role for ACER in grid planning, and more funding for distribution grids.

Energy

Resolutions · report by Anna Stürgkh · 22 ballots · voted 13:21 · A-10-2025-0091 · 2025/2006

Energy-intensive industries

✦ AI Parliament adopted a resolution on energy-intensive industries, which are crucial for the EU's economy, jobs, strategic autonomy, competitiveness, and decarbonisation. The text calls for faster permitting, grid investment, and measures to cut energy costs, such as promoting long-term contracts and reducing taxes. It also urges support for clean technologies, including hydrogen, and better use of emissions trading revenues.

Climate & environmentEconomy & single marketEnergy

Resolutions · motion for a resolution · 50 ballots · voted 13:26 · B-10-2025-0209 · 2025/2536

Social and employment aspects of restructuring processes: the need to protect jobs and workers’ rights

✦ AI Parliament adopted a resolution on protecting jobs and workers' rights during company restructuring, covering social dialogue, training, and support for affected sectors. The text calls for a competitive European industrial policy with investment, quality jobs, and strong public services, while ensuring a fair transition to a green and digital economy. MEPs stress the need to involve trade unions and workers in restructuring decisions and to provide upskilling and reskilling opportunities.

Jobs, social affairs & equality

Resolutions · motion for a resolution · 60 ballots · voted 12:13 · B-10-2025-0143 · 2024/2829

European Semester for economic policy coordination: employment and social priorities for 2025

✦ AI Parliament adopted a resolution setting out its employment and social priorities for the 2025 European Semester, the EU's annual cycle of economic policy coordination. The text calls for modernising labour markets, strengthening social protection, and investing in education and training to address labour shortages and demographic change. It also urges better support for the social economy, small firms, and affordable housing, and stresses the need to fight poverty and social exclusion. The resolution is non-binding, but it becomes Parliament's official position on the matter.

Jobs, social affairs & equality

Resolutions · committee report · 83 ballots · voted 12:14 · A-10-2025-0023 · 2024/2084