EU: European social initiatives are expected for the end of April

In a bid to rebuild Europe’s image that has been tarnished by Brexit and the rise in populism, the EU Commission will, on 26 April, put forward a series of proposals to strengthen the Social Europe, one of which includes paternity leave.
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The EU Commission is to take up its pilgrim’s staff and on the 26 April it will propose a series of measures to relaunch the Social Europe. Announced to date:

  • A communication document and recommendation on the European Pillar of Social Rights,
  • A legislative proposal to improve work-life balance,
  • A reflection paper on the EU Social Dimension,
  • An Interpretative Communication on the EU Working Time directive (2003/88),
  • A consultation with the social partners on EU Directive 91/533 on the emplo
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