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Highlights - Exchange of views with Commissioner Hadja Lahbib - Committee on Employment and Social Affairs
On 27 April, the EMPL Committee will hold a second exchange of views with Commissioner Lahbib in the framework of the Structured Dialogue. The discussion will look at key achievements since the start of her mandate and explore priorities and challenges ahead across her portfolio.Particular attention will be given to the upcoming update of the strategy for the rights of persons with disabilities up to 2030, as well as broader issues related to equality, preparedness and crisis response in the EU.
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Highlights - Youth Guarantee Implementation Report - Committee on Employment and Social Affairs
On 15 April, Members discussed the draft report on the implementation of the Council Recommendation of 30 October 2020 on A Bridge to Jobs – Reinforcing the Youth Guarantee. The draft report emphasizes that, despite progress since 2020, significant challenges remain in ensuring timely and quality offers for young people.Many still do not receive an offer within four months, and a considerable share of offers do not lead to sustainable employment. Particular concern is raised about vulnerable groups who remain outside the system. The report also highlights structural shortcomings, including limited data, insufficient follow-up, and the need for more individualised support and stronger partnerships.
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Highlights - EMPL ICM on "Human Work in the Digital Age" - Committee on Employment and Social Affairs
On 15 April, the Committee on Employment and Social Affairs (EMPL) in cooperation with the Directorate for Relations with National Parliaments held an Interparliamentary Committee Meeting (ICM) entitled: “Human Work in the Digital Age – artificial intelligence, new forms of working, and work-related stress”.The meeting took place at the European Parliament in Brussels on Wednesday, 15 April 2026, from 09:00 to 12:45 in ANTALL 4Q1, bringing together Members of the European Parliament, Members of national parliaments, the European Commission, the Cyprus Presidency of the Council, the International Labour Organization (ILO), and social partners.
The meeting provided a platform to exchange best practices and contributed to the EMPL Committee's ongoing work on digitalisation and automation in the workplace, in view of forthcoming Commission initiatives under the announced Quality Jobs Act.
The active involvement of national parliaments was central to the discussions, ensuring a comprehensive and coordinated European response to the transformation of work in the digital age.
Invitation Letter
Agenda
List of Participants from the National Parliaments
Speakers
Background Note
Webstreaming link
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Highlights - Psychosocial risks, stress, and mental health work - Committee on Employment and Social Affairs
The EMPL Committee considered, on 15 April, Ms Estelle Ceulemans’ (S&D) draft legislative own-initiative report on psychosocial risks, stress and mental health at work. These risks, linked to poor work organisation, can lead to serious physical and psychological harm, including burnout.According to EU-OSHA (2025), 29% of workers report work-related stress, depression or anxiety, now the second most common occupational health issue in the EU, accounting for 60% of lost working days. Trends such as digitalisation, telework and increasing work intensity further exacerbate these risks, with women particularly affected. While EU law requires risk management, gaps remain, and the upcoming Quality Jobs Act is expected to address these challenges.
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