Commission renews its commitment to the European Pillar of Social Rights

In July 2026, the Commission adopted a Communication on the European Pillar of Social Rights, renewing its commitment to Social Europe ahead of the Pillar’s 10th anniversary in 2027.
The Pillar remains the EU’s social shield and compass for fairness in an age of fast-transformation, for a Europe that protects and empowers citizens.
This Communication reviews progress in strengthening social rights across the EU. It also sets out clear priorities for further action where more needs to be done.
It helps Europe better anticipate and manage structural change, so it can make the most of the opportunities created by the EU’s ongoing transformations and ensure that Europe’s social model continues to deliver fairness and prosperity.

The Communication confirms the EU’s commitment to implementing the Pillar and highlights 3 priority areas for upcoming actions.

Addressing affordability

Launch a consultation of social partners on activating persons facing barriers to employment, including on equality between women and men in labour market opportunities

Consult EU countries and stakeholders on a possible post-2030 target on job quality

Propose a Quality Jobs Act to update EU rules protecting workers while supporting competitiveness

Develop new indicators on affordability and poverty

Present a European Care Deal addressing long-term care workforce challenges
Reducing inequalities

Provide specific support, especially for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to implement the Pay Transparency Directive

Present a Right to Stay Strategy so people can thrive where they choose to live

Adopt a vocational education and training (VET) strategy

Present a new EU Youth Strategy for fair and inclusive opportunities for all young people
Harnessing AI for the future of work

Set up a High Level Experts Group on the impact of AI on the labour market

Help workplaces adopt algorithmic management tools responsibly