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

   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

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

   Adopted 514–61–33 · by an overwhelming majority
2. Gender inequalities in health, specifically as regards gender-specific conditions

   Parliament adopted a resolution on gender inequalities in health, focusing on gender-specific conditions such as menopause and endometriosis. The text examines the whole healthcare cycle, from clinical trials and drug development to diagnosis and treatment, and sets out Parliament's official position. It asks the Commission to use the forthcoming Gender Equality Strategy 2026-2030 to propose concrete measures that prioritise and incentivise investment into gender-specific conditions.

   HealthJobs, social affairs & equality

   16 Sept 2026 · Resolutions · report by Billy Kelleher · 98 ballots · voted 14:30 · A-10-2026-0200 · 2025/2074

   Adopted 390–218–29 · by a clear majority
3. Implementation of the Council Recommendation on a Bridge to Jobs – Reinforcing the Youth Guarantee

   Parliament adopted a report on how the Council Recommendation on a Bridge to Jobs – Reinforcing the Youth Guarantee has been put into practice. The report examines the Youth Guarantee, a commitment to offer every young person under 30 good quality employment, continued education, an apprenticeship or a traineeship within four months of becoming unemployed or leaving education. By adopting the text, Parliament made it its official position, setting out findings on the scheme and calling for stronger monitoring, better data on young people not in employment, education or training, and more resources.

   EU budget & fundsJobs, social affairs & equality

   15 Sept 2026 · Resolutions · report by Hristo Petrov · 27 ballots · voted 13:55 · A-10-2026-0218 · 2025/2184

   Adopted 530–77–61 · by a large majority
4. The EU Youth Strategy 2019–2027

   This report examines how the EU Youth Strategy 2019-2027 was put into practice, focusing on policy coherence, youth inclusion and participation, access to quality education and training, volunteering and youth work. Parliament adopted the text as its official position, meaning it sets out Parliament's view on how the strategy has worked and what should come next. The report recommends that the final years of the strategy focus on managing the transition to new youth priorities and that the Commission integrate emerging topics into the remaining implementation period. It also aims to prepare the ground for the framework that will follow the strategy after 2027.

   Jobs, social affairs & equality

   15 Sept 2026 · Resolutions · report by Sabrina Repp · 20 ballots · voted 14:02 · A-10-2026-0219 · 2025/2115

   Adopted 477–124–66 · by a large majority
5. The abduction, forced conversion and child marriage of Maria Shahbaz and the protection of girls in Pakistan

   Parliament adopted a resolution on the abduction, forced conversion and child marriage of Maria Shahbaz, a 13-year-old Christian girl from Lahore, and on the protection of girls in Pakistan. The text condemns these practices, calls on Pakistani authorities to protect Maria, investigate her case, and prosecute perpetrators, and welcomes the Punjab Child Marriage Restraint Act 2026. It urges other provinces to adopt similar laws, asks for a national complaint mechanism, and calls on the EU and member states to raise the issue in bilateral dialogues, including GSP+ monitoring.

   Foreign affairsJobs, social affairs & equality

   9 Jul 2026 · Resolutions · motion for a resolution · 13 ballots · voted 13:44 · B-10-2026-0351 · 2026/2801

   Adopted no count published
6. Coordination of social security systems

   Parliament adopted its position on a proposed law updating the coordination of social security systems across EU member states. The law aims to make it easier for people moving within Europe to keep their social security rights, including unemployment benefits, long-term care, and family benefits. Parliament's position includes changes to unemployment benefit export periods, aggregation of insurance periods, and clarifications on cross-border workers. It also calls for better cooperation between authorities and digitalisation of documents.

   Jobs, social affairs & equality

   7 Jul 2026 · New laws · report by Gabriele Bischoff · 1st reading · 2 ballots · voted 13:33 · A-8-2018-0386 · 2016/0397

   Adopted 511–87–61 · by a large majority
7. Mobilisation of the European Globalisation Adjustment Fund: Application EGF/2026/000 TA 2026 - Technical assistance at the initiative of the Commission

   The European Parliament approved the mobilisation of EUR 210 000 from the European Globalisation Adjustment Fund for technical assistance at the initiative of the Commission. The funds will finance administrative and technical expenditure for implementing the fund, including meetings, seminars, communication activities, and an electronic data exchange system. Parliament calls on the Commission to continue inviting it to meetings and seminars and to simplify the application procedure.

   Jobs, social affairs & equalityEU budget & funds

   7 Jul 2026 · Budget · report by Lucia Yar · voted 13:36 · A-10-2026-0179 · 2026/0126

   Adopted 532–64–62 · by an overwhelming majority
8. A new strategy for media literacy and digital learning

   Parliament adopted a resolution on a new strategy for media literacy and digital learning, setting out its position on the topic. The text stresses the importance of these skills for democracy and calls for coordinated EU action, including better enforcement of existing media and digital rules. It also asks for sustainable funding, monitoring of national measures, and involvement of educators, youth, and civil society in policy design.

   Jobs, social affairs & equalityDigital, AI & data

   7 Jul 2026 · Resolutions · report by Marcos Ros Sempere · 17 ballots · voted 13:54 · A-10-2026-0173 · 2025/2181

   Adopted 447–128–78 · by a large majority
9. Mobilisation of the European Globalisation Adjustment Fund for Displaced Workers following an application from Belgium – EGF/2025/009 BE/Soliver

   Parliament approved the mobilisation of the European Globalisation Adjustment Fund for Displaced Workers to support workers laid off by Soliver, a Belgian glass manufacturer that went bankrupt. The decision releases EU money for personalised services such as job-search help, training and retraining for the 803 affected workers in Flanders. Parliament agreed with the Commission that Belgium meets the conditions for the support.

   Jobs, social affairs & equalityEU budget & funds

   16 Jun 2026 · Budget · report by Bogdan Rzońca · 2 ballots · voted 13:37 · A-10-2026-0149 · 2026/0097

   Adopted 602–47–11 · by an overwhelming majority
10. Situation of women and girls in Afghanistan following the Taliban’s adoption of the Criminal Procedure Code for Courts

    The resolution condemns the Taliban's systemic discrimination against women and girls in Afghanistan, calling it gender apartheid that may amount to crimes against humanity. It denounces the Taliban's adoption of the Criminal Procedure Code for Courts and urges its immediate revocation and cessation of implementation. Parliament adopted the text as its official position, urging the EU and member states to support accountability efforts, including ICC investigations and sanctions. It also calls for discarding plans to invite Taliban representatives to Brussels and for expediting humanitarian visas while refraining from deportations of Afghan asylum seekers.

    Foreign affairsJobs, social affairs & equality

    21 May 2026 · Resolutions · motion for a resolution · 17 ballots · voted 13:33 · B-10-2026-0247 · 2026/2737

    Adopted 480–5–83 · by an overwhelming majority
11. Advancing towards a care society: addressing the gender care gap

    Parliament adopted a resolution on advancing towards a care society and addressing the gender care gap. The text calls for reducing inequalities in care, strengthening care systems, and promoting gender equality across the EU. It urges member states to implement the Work-Life Balance Directive and improve working conditions in the care sector. The resolution also asks for recognition of unpaid caregiving in pension systems and better data collection on the gender care gap.

    Jobs, social affairs & equality

    21 May 2026 · Resolutions · report by Eleonora Meleti, Rosa Estaràs Ferragut · 37 ballots · voted 13:49 · A-10-2026-0083 · 2025/2039

    Adopted 263–83–154 · by a clear majority
12. The need to reduce work-related fatalities

    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

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

    Adopted 395–12–41 · by an overwhelming majority
13. New Chinese law on ‘ethnic unity and progress’ and the intensified suppression of ethnic identities

    Parliament adopted a resolution on China's new Law on Promoting Ethnic Unity and Progress, which it says risks legitimising forced assimilation under the guise of national unity and security. The text condemns forced Sinicisation, restrictions on minority languages, interference in cultural and religious life, and all forms of forced labour, urging China to repeal or amend the law. Parliament calls on the EU's diplomatic service and member states to raise these concerns in the next EU-China Human Rights Dialogue.

    Foreign affairsJobs, social affairs & equality

    30 Apr 2026 · Resolutions · motion for a resolution · 9 ballots · voted 13:09 · B-10-2026-0232 · 2026/2703

    Adopted 439–52–71 · by a large majority
14. Financial literacy and the rise of finfluencers in the context of the savings and investments union

    Parliament adopted a resolution on financial literacy and the rise of finfluencers in the context of the savings and investments union. The text calls for financial education throughout life, targeted support for vulnerable groups, and measures to make online financial content safer. It also asks for guidance and standards for finfluencers, including clear labelling and risk warnings, and for platforms to help tackle harmful content.

    Jobs, social affairs & equalityEconomy & single market

    30 Apr 2026 · Resolutions · report by Lídia Pereira · voted 13:20 · A-10-2026-0082 · 2025/2209

    Adopted 502–46–42 · by an overwhelming majority
15. Women’s entrepreneurship in rural and island areas and outermost regions

    Parliament adopted a resolution on women's entrepreneurship in rural and island areas and outermost regions, addressing barriers such as access to finance, childcare, transport, and digital infrastructure. The text calls for gender mainstreaming across rural development, cohesion, digital, and agricultural policies, and for collecting gender-disaggregated data. It urges the Commission and member states to ensure post-2027 funding for women's entrepreneurship under CAP, Horizon Europe, and Digital Europe. The resolution also highlights the need for accessible support systems for victims of gender-based violence in rural areas.

    EU budget & fundsJobs, social affairs & equality

    30 Apr 2026 · Resolutions · report by Elżbieta Katarzyna Łukacijewska · 12 ballots · voted 13:27 · A-10-2026-0058 · 2024/2124

    Adopted 404–102–67 · by a large majority
16. Mobilisation of the European Globalisation Adjustment Fund for Displaced Workers: application EGF/2025/008 BE/Liberty - Belgium

    Parliament approved the mobilisation of the European Globalisation Adjustment Fund for Displaced Workers to support workers made redundant by the bankruptcy of Liberty in Belgium. The decision releases EU money for tailored measures such as training, guidance and job-search help for the affected workers. Parliament agreed with the Commission that Belgium meets the conditions for the support.

    Jobs, social affairs & equalityEU budget & funds

    29 Apr 2026 · Budget · report by Matthias Ecke · 2 ballots · voted 14:32 · A-10-2026-0084 · 2026/0066

    Adopted 586–48–16 · by an overwhelming majority
17. European Globalisation Adjustment Fund: workers affected by imminent job displacement

    The proposal amends the European Globalisation Adjustment Fund to support workers facing imminent job displacement during company restructuring. Parliament adopted its position, broadening the Fund's scope to include workers in direct suppliers and downstream users, with safeguards for social dialogue and State aid clarity. Parliament also calls on the Commission to refer the matter back if it substantially amends its proposal.

    Jobs, social affairs & equalityEU budget & funds

    28 Apr 2026 · New laws · report by Liesbet Sommen · 1st reading · voted 14:01 · A-10-2025-0251 · 2025/0073

    Adopted 566–67–26 · by an overwhelming majority
18. Importance of consent-based rape legislation in the EU

    Parliament adopted a resolution on the importance of consent-based rape legislation in the EU, calling for legal definitions of rape to centre on the absence of consent. The resolution highlights that most rapes are committed by known persons and that victims may freeze, so lack of physical resistance does not imply consent. It urges member states to align their laws with the Istanbul Convention and to train justice professionals in trauma-informed approaches.

    Jobs, social affairs & equalityJustice, rule of law & rights

    28 Apr 2026 · Resolutions · report by Evin Incir, Joanna Scheuring-Wielgus · 31 ballots · voted 14:07 · A-10-2026-0047 · 2025/2040

    Adopted 447–160–43 · by a large majority
19. Mobilisation of the European Globalisation Adjustment Fund for Displaced Workers: application EGF/2025/005 AT/KTM - Austria

    Parliament approved the mobilisation of the European Globalisation Adjustment Fund for Displaced Workers to support workers made redundant by KTM in Austria. The decision releases EUR 1 806 624 for personalised services such as career guidance, training, and job-search help for 420 targeted beneficiaries. The funding follows the insolvency of KTM, a motorcycle producer in Upper Austria, and aims to help displaced workers reintegrate into the labour market.

    Jobs, social affairs & equalityEU budget & fundsEconomy & single market

    26 Mar 2026 · Budget · report by Janusz Lewandowski · voted 11:39 · A-10-2026-0060 · 2026/0037

    Adopted 584–39–13 · by an overwhelming majority
20. Mobilisation of the European Globalisation Adjustment Fund for Displaced Workers: application EGF/2025/007 BE/Casa - Belgium

    Parliament approved the mobilisation of the European Globalisation Adjustment Fund for Displaced Workers to support 416 workers made redundant by Casa in Belgium. The decision releases EUR 1 916 733, covering 85% of the total cost of tailored measures such as training, outplacement and job fairs. Parliament asks Belgian authorities to ensure visibility of EU funding and to carry out thorough final evaluations of the measures.

    Jobs, social affairs & equalityEU budget & funds

    26 Mar 2026 · Budget · report by Hélder Sousa Silva · voted 11:39 · A-10-2026-0061 · 2026/0038

    Adopted 575–48–10 · by an overwhelming majority
21. Mobilisation of the European Globalisation Adjustment Fund for Displaced Workers: application EGF/2025/004 BE/Tupperware – Belgium

    Parliament approved the mobilisation of the European Globalisation Adjustment Fund for Displaced Workers to support workers made redundant by Tupperware in Belgium. The decision releases EU funding for personalised services such as job-search assistance, training, and outplacement for the affected workers. Parliament also calls on Belgian authorities to provide tailored support for workers with low education levels and to shorten the time between application and financing decision.

    Jobs, social affairs & equalityEU budget & funds

    11 Mar 2026 · Budget · report by Jean-Marc Germain · voted 12:55 · A-10-2026-0030 · 2026/0004

    Adopted 562–53–19 · by an overwhelming majority
22. 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

    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

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

    Adopted 458–72–98 · by a large majority
23. European Semester for economic policy coordination: employment and social priorities for 2026

    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

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

    Adopted 404–208–20 · by a large majority
24. Establishing an EU talent pool

    The EU talent pool is a proposed EU-wide platform to match jobseekers from non-EU countries with employers in the Union. Parliament adopted its position on the law, backing the proposal with amendments. The position calls on the Commission to refer the matter back if it substantially amends the proposal.

    Migration & asylumJobs, social affairs & equality

    10 Mar 2026 · New laws · report by Abir Al-Sahlani · 1st reading · 56 ballots · voted 13:14 · A-10-2025-0045 · 2023/0404

    Adopted 414–182–21 · by a large majority
25. Developing a new EU anti-poverty strategy

    Parliament adopted a resolution calling for a new EU anti-poverty strategy that treats poverty as a violation of human rights and aims to eradicate it by 2030. The text urges the Commission and member states to set full employment as a policy goal, strengthen social protection, and ensure universal access to quality public services. It also asks for a specific EU budget allocation of at least EUR 20 billion for the European Child Guarantee under the next multiannual financial framework.

    Jobs, social affairs & equality

    12 Feb 2026 · Resolutions · report by João Oliveira · 27 ballots · voted 12:19 · A-10-2025-0260 · 2025/2095

    Adopted 385–141–53 · by a large majority
26. Addressing subcontracting chains and the role of intermediaries in order to protect workers’ rights

    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

    12 Feb 2026 · Resolutions · report by Johan Danielsson · 15 ballots · voted 12:25 · A-10-2025-0256 · 2025/2133

    Adopted 332–209–33 · by a clear majority
27. Recommendation to the Council on EU priorities for the 70th session of the UN Commission on the Status of Women

    Parliament adopted a recommendation setting EU priorities for the 70th session of the UN Commission on the Status of Women, focusing on access to justice for all women and girls. The text calls on the Council to reaffirm the EU's commitment to gender equality and to ensure women's rights are implemented in EU external action. It also urges support for UN Women and stresses the need for Parliament's involvement in shaping the EU position at the session.

    Jobs, social affairs & equalityForeign affairs

    12 Feb 2026 · Resolutions · report by Lina Gálvez · 77 ballots · voted 12:28 · A-10-2026-0010 · 2025/2240

    Adopted 340–141–68 · by a clear majority
28. Mobilisation of the European Globalisation Adjustment Fund: application EGF/2025/006 BE/Audi – Belgium

    Parliament approved the mobilisation of the European Globalisation Adjustment Fund for Displaced Workers to support workers made redundant by Audi in Belgium. The decision releases EU funding for personalised services such as counselling, training, job-search help and business start-up support for the affected workers. Parliament also calls on Belgian authorities to help repurpose the closed factory and to tackle regional unemployment.

    Jobs, social affairs & equalityEU budget & fundsEconomy & single market

    11 Feb 2026 · Budget · report by Nicolae Ștefănuță · 6 ballots · voted 12:20 · A-10-2026-0006 · 2026/0001

    Adopted 593–55–9 · by an overwhelming majority
29. Just transition directive in the world of work: ensuring the creation of jobs and revitalising local economies

    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

    20 Jan 2026 · Resolutions · report by Jana Toom · 53 ballots · voted 13:02 · A-10-2025-0261 · 2025/2131

    Adopted 420–207–20 · by a large majority
30. Digitalisation, artificial intelligence and algorithmic management in the workplace – shaping the future of work

    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

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

    Adopted 480–83–94 · by a large majority

Dossiers involved · latest vote first

1. 2025/2062 An EU health workforce crisis plan: sustainability of healthcare systems and employment and working conditions in the healthcare sector 17 Sept 2026 · 1 vote
2. 2025/2074 Gender inequalities in health, specifically as regards gender-specific conditions 16 Sept 2026 · 1 vote
3. 2025/2115 The EU Youth Strategy 2019–2027 15 Sept 2026 · 1 vote
4. 2025/2184 Implementation of the Council Recommendation on a Bridge to Jobs – Reinforcing the Youth Guarantee 15 Sept 2026 · 1 vote
5. 2026/2801 The abduction, forced conversion and child marriage of Maria Shahbaz and the protection of girls in Pakistan 9 Jul 2026 · 1 vote
6. 2016/0397 Coordination of social security systems 7 Jul 2026 · 1 vote
7. 2025/2181 A new strategy for media literacy and digital learning 7 Jul 2026 · 1 vote
8. 2026/0126 Mobilisation of the European Globalisation Adjustment Fund: Application EGF/2026/000 TA 2026 - Technical assistance at the initiative of the Commission 7 Jul 2026 · 1 vote
9. 2026/0097 Mobilisation of the European Globalisation Adjustment Fund for Displaced Workers following an application from Belgium – EGF/2025/009 BE/Soliver 16 Jun 2026 · 1 vote
10. 2025/2039 Advancing towards a care society: addressing the gender care gap 21 May 2026 · 1 vote
11. 2025/3046 The need to reduce work-related fatalities 21 May 2026 · 1 vote
12. 2026/2737 Situation of women and girls in Afghanistan following the Taliban’s adoption of the Criminal Procedure Code for Courts 21 May 2026 · 1 vote

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