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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. 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
3. 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
4. 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
5. 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
6. 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
7. 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
8. 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
9. 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
10. 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
11. 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
12. 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
13. 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
14. 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
15. 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
16. 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
17. 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
18. Mobilisation of the European Globalisation Adjustment Fund for Displaced Workers: application EGF/2025/003 SE/Northvolt – Sweden

    Parliament approved the mobilisation of the European Globalisation Adjustment Fund for Displaced Workers to support workers laid off by the Swedish battery maker Northvolt. The decision releases EU money for personalised services such as job-search help, training, business start-up support and allowances for the affected workers. Parliament also calls for faster handling of such applications and for thorough checks on how the funds are used.

    Jobs, social affairs & equalityEU budget & funds

    16 Dec 2025 · Budget · report by Aura Salla · 7 ballots · voted 13:12 · A-10-2025-0239 · 2025/0326

    Adopted 578–54–30 · by an overwhelming majority
19. Establishment and functioning of European Works Councils - effective enforcement

    The European Parliament adopted its position on a proposal to amend the directive on European Works Councils, aiming to improve their establishment and functioning and to ensure effective enforcement of transnational information and consultation rights. The adopted text includes amendments to bring certain pre-existing agreements under the directive's scope and to require information and consultation before measures with potential significant effects on employees' interests are implemented. Parliament's position will now be forwarded to the Council, the Commission, and national parliaments.

    Jobs, social affairs & equality

    9 Oct 2025 · New laws · report by Dennis Radtke · 1st reading · 2 ballots · voted 13:12 · A-10-2024-0029 · 2024/0006

    Adopted 414–139–61 · by a large majority
20. Guidelines for the employment policies of the Member States

    Parliament approved the Commission's proposal for a Council decision on guidelines for the employment policies of the member states. This means Parliament adopted its position on the proposed law, which sets out employment policy guidelines for member states. Parliament asks the Council to notify it if the Council intends to depart from the text Parliament approved, and to consult Parliament again if it intends to substantially amend that text.

    Jobs, social affairs & equality

    8 Oct 2025 · New laws · report by Li Andersson · consultation · 14 ballots · voted 13:56 · A-10-2025-0160 · 2025/0154

    Adopted 412–129–98 · by a large majority
21. Mobilisation of the European Globalisation Adjustment Fund: application EGF/2025/002 DE/Goodyear 2 – Germany

    Parliament approved mobilising €3,085,166 from the European Globalisation Adjustment Fund for redundant workers (EGF) to support Germany after 1,171 job cuts at Goodyear Germany GmbH. The money covers personalised services like retraining, career advice, job-search help and start-up grants for 915 targeted workers made redundant in the rubber and plastics sector. Parliament agreed with the Commission that Germany meets the intervention conditions and called for thorough final evaluations of the measures.

    Jobs, social affairs & equalityEU budget & funds

    8 Oct 2025 · Budget · report by Olivier Chastel · 6 ballots · voted 14:00 · A-10-2025-0168 · 2025/0245

    Adopted 577–47–15 · by an overwhelming majority
22. Mobilisation of the European Globalisation Adjustment Fund: application EGF/2025/001 BE/BelGaN – Belgium

    Parliament approved the mobilisation of the European Globalisation Adjustment Fund for Displaced Workers to support workers made redundant by the Belgian semiconductor company BelGaN. The decision releases EU funding for personalised measures such as training, job-search assistance and outplacement for the 417 displaced workers. Parliament also called for faster procedures and comprehensive final evaluations of the support provided.

    Jobs, social affairs & equalityEU budget & funds

    8 Oct 2025 · Budget · report by Bogdan Rzońca · 5 ballots · voted 14:01 · A-10-2025-0163 · 2025/0198

    Adopted 578–47–16 · by an overwhelming majority
23. Role of cohesion policy in supporting the just transition

    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

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

    Adopted 519–99–48 · by a large majority
24. Mobilisation of the European Globalisation Adjustment Fund: Application EGF/2025/000 TA 2025 - Technical assistance at the initiative of the Commission

    The European Parliament approved the mobilisation of EUR 170,000 from the European Globalisation Adjustment Fund for Displaced Workers (EGF) for technical assistance at the initiative of the Commission. This funding covers administrative and technical expenditure for implementing the EGF in 2025, including expert group meetings, a networking seminar, information activities, and work on the electronic data exchange system. Parliament also calls on the Commission to continue inviting it to EGF meetings and seminars, and to enhance the fund's visibility and transparency.

    Jobs, social affairs & equalityEU budget & funds

    9 Jul 2025 · Budget · report by Jean-Marc Germain · 2 ballots · voted 13:28 · A-10-2025-0115 · 2025/0135

    Adopted 574–63–56 · by an overwhelming majority
25. Mobilisation of the European Globalisation Adjustment Fund for Displaced Workers: application EGF/2024/003 BE/Van Hool – Belgium

    The European Parliament approved the mobilisation of the European Globalisation Adjustment Fund for Displaced Workers to support workers made redundant by the Belgian company Van Hool. The decision releases €7,999,015 to fund personalised services such as job-search support, retraining, and outplacement for 2,397 former Van Hool workers in Belgium. The Parliament agrees with the Commission that Belgium meets the conditions for this aid and instructs its President to sign the decision with the Council.

    Jobs, social affairs & equalityEU budget & funds

    6 May 2025 · Budget · committee report · 5 ballots · voted 13:15 · A-10-2025-0080 · 2025/0061

    Adopted 598–48–5 · by an overwhelming majority
26. 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

    3 Apr 2025 · New laws · report by Abir Al-Sahlani · 1st reading · voted 13:09 · A-10-2025-0045 · 2023/0404

    Adopted 327–229–50 · by a clear majority
27. Social and employment aspects of restructuring processes: the need to protect jobs and workers’ rights

    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

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

    Adopted no count published
28. European Semester for economic policy coordination: employment and social priorities for 2025

    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

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

    Adopted 351–260–70 · by a clear majority
29. Amending Directive 2009/38/EC as regards the establishment and functioning of European Works Councils and the effective enforcement of transnational information and consultation rights

    Parliament adopted its position on a proposed law updating the rules on European Works Councils, which inform and consult employees on transnational issues. The position aims to bring older agreements into the directive's scope and to improve enforcement of information and consultation rights. Parliament's position will now be forwarded to the Council, the Commission, and national parliaments.

    Jobs, social affairs & equality

    19 Dec 2024 · New laws · committee report · 1st reading · voted 12:11 · A-10-2024-0029 · 2024/0006

    Adopted 300–254–21 · by a clear majority
30. Mobilisation of the European Globalisation Adjustment Fund: application EGF/2024/002 BE/Limburg machinery and paper – Belgium

    Parliament approved the mobilisation of the European Globalisation Adjustment Fund for Displaced Workers to support workers made redundant in the machinery and paper sectors in Belgium's Limburg province. The decision releases EU funding for personalised services such as guidance, training, and job-search support for the affected workers. The application follows 681 redundancies at Sappi Lanaken and Purmo Group Belgium, with 632 workers targeted for assistance.

    Jobs, social affairs & equalityEU budget & funds

    17 Dec 2024 · Budget · report by Matjaž Nemec · 3 ballots · voted 12:58 · A-10-2024-0019 · 2024/0286

    Adopted 599–50–7 · by an overwhelming 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. 2025/2184 Implementation of the Council Recommendation on a Bridge to Jobs – Reinforcing the Youth Guarantee 15 Sept 2026 · 1 vote
3. 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
4. 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
5. 2025/3046 The need to reduce work-related fatalities 21 May 2026 · 1 vote
6. 2026/0066 Mobilisation of the European Globalisation Adjustment Fund for Displaced Workers: application EGF/2025/008 BE/Liberty - Belgium 29 Apr 2026 · 1 vote
7. 2025/0073 European Globalisation Adjustment Fund: workers affected by imminent job displacement 28 Apr 2026 · 1 vote
8. 2026/0037 Mobilisation of the European Globalisation Adjustment Fund for Displaced Workers: application EGF/2025/005 AT/KTM - Austria 26 Mar 2026 · 1 vote
9. 2026/0038 Mobilisation of the European Globalisation Adjustment Fund for Displaced Workers: application EGF/2025/007 BE/Casa - Belgium 26 Mar 2026 · 1 vote
10. 2025/2038 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 11 Mar 2026 · 1 vote
11. 2025/2183 European Semester for economic policy coordination: employment and social priorities for 2026 11 Mar 2026 · 1 vote
12. 2026/0004 Mobilisation of the European Globalisation Adjustment Fund for Displaced Workers: application EGF/2025/004 BE/Tupperware – Belgium 11 Mar 2026 · 1 vote

Who backs what

How each group's majority voted on the 31 most recent final roll calls about employment & workers’ rights. A group is "split" when no position won among its members.

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