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Obstacles to EU Freedom of Movement and Work

Summary

This resolution addresses barriers preventing EU citizens from moving and working freely, calling for better social security portability and protection against discrimination.
10 15.03.2017
Other
transport
labour law
human rights
social policy
european union
social security
administrative reform
employment and working conditions

Key points

  • Member States should remove discriminatory practices and unnecessary administrative barriers for EU citizens and their families.
  • There is deep concern regarding the practice of expelling European citizens shortly after their employment contracts end.
  • The resolution calls for better coordination of social security to ensure that benefits like pensions and health insurance are portable across borders.
  • There is a need to standardize academic titles and simplify the recognition of professional qualifications across the EU.
Documents (PDFs)
MOTION FOR A RESOLUTION on obstacles to EU citizens’ freedom to move and work in the internal market Obstacles to EU citizens’ freedom to move and work in the Internal Market
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