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The Europe we need! Progressive leaders will discuss with citizens of Ljubljana on the future of the EU

The progressive leaders will meet in Ljubljana, Slovenia, in the frame of our #EuropeTogether initiative, to discuss with citizens a progressive vision for the future of Europe. On Thursday 28 February, European Commission first vice-president Frans Timmermans will join S&D Group vice-president Tanja Fajon, S&D MEPs Biljana Borzan and Isabella de Monte and many others in Congress square to talk and debate the challenges Europe is facing. The full programme is available here.
 

#BetterLifestyles explained by our children

There are a few stepping stones on the journey to better lifestyles and a memorable five-year mandate. 
 
Today, APPLiA, representing the home appliance industry in Europe, is launching its Manifesto and a clear vision on how the 2019-2024 EU term could make a true difference to Europeans.
 

Call for minimum corporate tax: S&Ds success in the fight against tax evasion, tax avoidance and money laundering in Europe

Following leadership from the Socialists and Democrats, the Special Committee on Financial Crimes, Tax Evasion and Tax Avoidance of the European Parliament today has called on EU members states to introduce a minimum effective tax rate of corporate profits in the EU and to fully phase out the so-called ‘Golden Visa schemes’ due to money laundering and security risks. A vote in plenary will take place at end of March. It is the most ambitious report so far on how to tackle tax evasion, tax avoidance and money laundering.

Manifesto for fair digitalisation opportunities

Broad industry coalition calls upon EU decision makers to ACT NOW  to ensure a genuine digital level-playing field for remote access to in-vehicle data. Competition, innovation and consumer interests must be at the heart of the EU Digital Single Market.
 

Heinrich-Böll-Stiftung European Union

The project L&O is been published!

The project L&O (Study on the inclusion of light trailers and two- or three-wheel vehicles in the scope of the periodic roadworthiness testing), has been published by the European Commission.

Two candidates from the people for the people - Party of the European Left

At the meeting of the Executive Board of the Party of the European Left Party on 26-27 January 2019 in Brussels, the top candidates for the European elections were voted.  In addition, the election platform was confirmed with the following title:
 
For a progressive exit from the crisis. Vote left in the European Elections.
 

Boosting your company with Apprenticeships

Numerous studies by various European organizations highlight that small business are unable to find the employees they need to fill open positions, limiting opportunities for growth while raising costs. At the same time, Europe as a whole still suffers from relatively high unemployment – a phenomenon known as the skills gap. This means that the skills which the population currently hold, are not necessarily the skills employers need.
 

S&Ds secure agreement on financial benchmarks to encourage greater investment in the low-carbon economy

S&D Euro MP Neena Gill achieved last night an important victory in the fight against climate change, reaching a deal with the EU Council on financial benchmarks that will encourage greater investment in the low-carbon economy.
 
Neena Gill, Labour MEP who led the negotiations for the European Parliament, said:

“Decent wages and social justice are crucial for a fair European Semester”, say S&Ds

Socialists and Democrats in the European Parliament today backed recommendations to improve the European Semester from a social point of view. The Annual Growth Survey 2019 (AGS) is part of the European Semester for economic policy coordination, and sets out what the Commission considers to be the economic priorities for the EU, coupled with policy guidance for member states.

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