Publications

This study aims to contribute to the knowledge base on causal mechanisms and necessary conditions for successful structural change in the broad areas of ESF+ intervention.

This report presents independent data analysis on the situation of persons with disabilities conducted by the European Disability Expertise (EDE) for the Commission. Strong quantitative indicators have an important role in advocating for change but they require high-quality statistical data.

The Labour Market and Wage Developments in Europe report provides an in-depth analysis of recent labour market and wage developments in the EU, the euro area and Member States, primarily from a macroeconomic perspective.

In an era where travel is more accessible than ever, ensuring access to necessary healthcare services while abroad is crucial for European citizens. Over the past two decades, the EHIC has become a symbol of European unity and healthcare accessibility across countries.

Since its founding, the European Union (EU) has undergone several rounds of enlargement, expanding from the original six Member States to 27 today. This year marks the 20th anniversary of the European Union's fifth enlargement which took place in 2004.

Increasing attention has recently been paid to the situation of domestic workers at EU level. The European Parliament, social partners and stakeholders have called on the European Commission to improve their working conditions and social protection within the limits of its Treaty competence.

The topic of the Thematic Review 2022-2023 regards the application of EU labour law in the long-term care sector. The report focuses on three main categories of LTC workers: personal care workers, nurses and domestic care workers.

The LTC labour market contains mostly workers with a medium educational level, although the increasingly complex skills required in the sector point to the need to improve initial and continuing training and qualifications.

This final report summarises the outcomes of the study “Transport poverty: Definitions, indicators, determinants, and mitigation strategies” commissioned by DG EMPL.