EU Support for Belgian Glass Industry Workers

Summary

The motion proposes to mobilise the European Globalisation Adjustment Fund to support 412 redundant workers and 100 young people in Belgium's glass sector through training and job-search assistance.
10 19.03.2016
Other
economy
social policy
public finance and budget policy
employment and working conditions

Key points

  • Mobilisation of funds for redundancies in the Belgian glass manufacturing sector due to global competition.
  • Financial support is targeted at 412 redundant workers and 100 young people not in employment, education, or training.
  • The European Union will provide a financial contribution of 1,095,544 euros.
  • The funds will support active labour market measures such as integrated training, job-search assistance, and entrepreneurship support.
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