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CESI at SEISMEC to share trade union views on human-centric ICT at work

On April 7/8, CESI participated at the SEISMEC project's most recent General Assembly in Cork to present trade union priorities for human-centric ICT in workplaces.

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CESI calls for the protection of the health workforce beyond the pandemicCESI calls for the protection of the health workforce beyond the pandemic
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2022-02-17
2025-03-07

CESI calls for the protection of the health workforce beyond the pandemic

Today, the European Parliament plenary endorsed an agreement reached with the Council on December 16 last year on a fourth revision of the EU’s directive 27/2004 on the protection of workers from risks related to exposure to carcinogens or mutagens at work.

CESI supports European Parliament resolution on youth post-pandemic recoveryCESI supports European Parliament resolution on youth post-pandemic recovery
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2022-02-17
2025-03-07

CESI supports European Parliament resolution on youth post-pandemic recovery

Today, on February 17, the European Parliament took one step forward in addressing the effects of the COVID-19 crisis on youth employment and education by voting in favour of a resolution on ‘Empowering European youth: post-pandemic employment and social recovery’. CESI welcomes the resolution as an important sign of support for young persons in Europe.

CESI voices scepticism and concerns over possible degradations of working time provisions for bus and coach driversCESI voices scepticism and concerns over possible degradations of working time provisions for bus and coach drivers
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2022-02-15
2025-03-07

CESI voices scepticism and concerns over possible degradations of working time provisions for bus and coach drivers

As the European Commission envisages to revise the rules on driving times for bus and coach drivers under Regulation 561/2006, CESI warns that any potential revision must not further degrade the existing rules.

CESI calls for further measures to boost the share of women in STEM professionsCESI calls for further measures to boost the share of women in STEM professions
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2022-02-11
2025-03-07

CESI calls for further measures to boost the share of women in STEM professions

On the occasion of the International Day of Women and Girls in Science, CESI stresses the need for more inclusive policies in the fields of research and innovation.

Winter 2022 Economic Forecast: Positive growth and high inflation necessitate pay rise for workersWinter 2022 Economic Forecast: Positive growth and high inflation necessitate pay rise for workers
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2022-02-10
2025-03-07

Winter 2022 Economic Forecast: Positive growth and high inflation necessitate pay rise for workers

Today's economic outlook of European Commission, the Winter 2022 Economic Forecast, predicts encouraging economic growth across the EU, however coupled with high inflation rates at the same time. For CESI, it means that a pay rise is due for workers to maintain their purchasing power and financial well-being.

A new EU Declaration on digital rights and principles must include work & employmentA new EU Declaration on digital rights and principles must include work & employment
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2022-02-04
2025-03-07

A new EU Declaration on digital rights and principles must include work & employment

On January 26, the European Commission proposed a new EU Declaration on digital rights and principles. CESI stresses that such as Declaration must not miss on digital rights and protection in work and employment.

Vaccinations and the role of trade unionsVaccinations and the role of trade unions
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2022-02-02
2025-03-07

Vaccinations and the role of trade unions

Editorial of CESI Secretary General Klaus Heeger

First 2022 data on statutory minimum wages in the EU confirms the need for an ambitious EU minimum wage frameworkFirst 2022 data on statutory minimum wages in the EU confirms the need for an ambitious EU minimum wage framework
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2022-02-01
2025-03-07

First 2022 data on statutory minimum wages in the EU confirms the need for an ambitious EU minimum wage framework

According to new data of Eurostat, the European Statistics Office, statutory minimum wages in the EU Member States currently range from EUR 332 to EUR 2,257 per month – a difference that cannot be explained only by varying costs of living in the different countries. According to CESI, an ambitious EU minimum wage framework could bring much-needed upward social convergence in the EU’s Single Market.

Investment boosts v debt brakes', by CESI SG Klaus HeegerInvestment boosts v debt brakes', by CESI SG Klaus Heeger
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2022-01-24
2025-03-07

Investment boosts v debt brakes', by CESI SG Klaus Heeger

Investment boosts v debt brakes: an ongoing tug-of-war for politics and trade unions in Europe', by Klaus Heeger, Secretary General of the European Confederation of Independent Trade Unions (CESI)

CESI meets ANPE in Spain to discuss the impact of digitalisation on public servicesCESI meets ANPE in Spain to discuss the impact of digitalisation on public services
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2022-01-14
2025-03-07

CESI meets ANPE in Spain to discuss the impact of digitalisation on public services

On January 14, CESI met ANPE as part of the DiWork project.

CESI welcomes social and employment priorities of the French Council PresidencyCESI welcomes social and employment priorities of the French Council Presidency
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2022-01-13
2025-03-07

CESI welcomes social and employment priorities of the French Council Presidency

Succeeding Slovenia and preceding the Czech Republic, France took on 1 January the six-month rotating presidency of the Council of the European Union. CESI welcomes the programme of the new Presidency and expects bold initiatives in the fields of employment and social policy.

A comprehensive digital transition. CESI meets SATSE in Madrid as part of the DiWork projectA comprehensive digital transition. CESI meets SATSE in Madrid as part of the DiWork project
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2022-01-13
2025-03-07

A comprehensive digital transition. CESI meets SATSE in Madrid as part of the DiWork project

On January 13, CESI met with SATSE to discuss about the European Digital Strategy

CESI exchanges with CSIF under the DiWork projectCESI exchanges with CSIF under the DiWork project
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2022-01-13
2025-03-07

CESI exchanges with CSIF under the DiWork project

On January 13, CESI met with CSIF as part of the DiWork project.

Ulrich Silberbach: Dare to do more for public services!Ulrich Silberbach: Dare to do more for public services!
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2022-01-11
2025-03-07

Ulrich Silberbach: Dare to do more for public services!

CESI member 'dbb' calls for investment and innovation

European Commission proposals for rules on shell companies and minimum taxation of multinationals: A further step in the right directionEuropean Commission proposals for rules on shell companies and minimum taxation of multinationals: A further step in the right direction
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2021-12-23
2025-03-07

European Commission proposals for rules on shell companies and minimum taxation of multinationals: A further step in the right direction

Yesterday, the European Commission published long-awaited legislative proposals to regulate shell entities in tax havens and realise a minimum level of taxation for multinationals. According to CESI, both proposals are a further step in the right direction for fair taxation - but further sustained efforts are needed on the way from tax avoidance to transparent and adequate taxation of big business.

CESI Talks with Marta Pilati, Policy Assistant in the Cabinet of European Commissioner FerreiraCESI Talks with Marta Pilati, Policy Assistant in the Cabinet of European Commissioner Ferreira
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2021-12-20
2025-03-07

CESI Talks with Marta Pilati, Policy Assistant in the Cabinet of European Commissioner Ferreira

CESI Talks - The EU and workers with Niklas Nienass, MEP (DE)CESI Talks - The EU and workers with Niklas Nienass, MEP (DE)
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2021-12-20
2025-03-07

CESI Talks - The EU and workers with Niklas Nienass, MEP (DE)

European Commission proposal for a fair transition towards climate neutrality: Correct objective but wrong instrumentEuropean Commission proposal for a fair transition towards climate neutrality: Correct objective but wrong instrument
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2021-12-20
2025-03-07

European Commission proposal for a fair transition towards climate neutrality: Correct objective but wrong instrument

Earlier this week, the European Commission proposed a new Council Recommendation to address social and labour aspects of a just transition towards climate neutrality. According to CESI, the objectives put forth are correct, but the intended instrument of a non-binding recommendation insufficient to make a positive practical different for citizens and employees adversely impacted by the green transition.

Digitalisation and third-party violence and harassment: Challenges and risksDigitalisation and third-party violence and harassment: Challenges and risks
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2021-12-20
2025-03-07

Digitalisation and third-party violence and harassment: Challenges and risks

On December 16, CESI took part in a fourth webinar of an EU co-funded multi-sectoral European social partner project on “The role of social partners in preventing third-party violence and harassment at work” in which it is a partner organisation.

European Parliament report backs CESI priorities for strengthened employee participation at the workplaceEuropean Parliament report backs CESI priorities for strengthened employee participation at the workplace
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2021-12-20
2025-03-07

European Parliament report backs CESI priorities for strengthened employee participation at the workplace

In summer, CESI affiliate Aleardo Pelacchi from the Italian Workers' Autonomous Trade Unions Confederation (Confsal) was heard by the European Parliament as an expert in a hearing on democracy at work. A report adopted by the European Parliament last week reflects many of his arguments in favour of stronger employee participation rights and an improved functioning of European Works Councils.

CESI Talks - The EU and workers with Eszter Sandor, Researcher at EurofoundCESI Talks - The EU and workers with Eszter Sandor, Researcher at Eurofound
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2021-12-20
2025-03-07

CESI Talks - The EU and workers with Eszter Sandor, Researcher at Eurofound

CESI Talks - The EU and workers with Oliver Röpke, President of the Workers' Group of the EESCCESI Talks - The EU and workers with Oliver Röpke, President of the Workers' Group of the EESC
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2021-12-18
2025-03-07

CESI Talks - The EU and workers with Oliver Röpke, President of the Workers' Group of the EESC

CESI Talks - The EU and workers with Maria Teresa Fabregas, Director of the RR Task Force (EC)CESI Talks - The EU and workers with Maria Teresa Fabregas, Director of the RR Task Force (EC)
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2021-12-17
2025-03-07

CESI Talks - The EU and workers with Maria Teresa Fabregas, Director of the RR Task Force (EC)

CESI Talks with Birgit Wintermann, Labour Law Specialist at the Bertelsmann StiftungCESI Talks with Birgit Wintermann, Labour Law Specialist at the Bertelsmann Stiftung
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2021-12-17
2025-03-07

CESI Talks with Birgit Wintermann, Labour Law Specialist at the Bertelsmann Stiftung

CESI Talks - The EU and workers with Daniela Rondinelli, MEP (IT)CESI Talks - The EU and workers with Daniela Rondinelli, MEP (IT)
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2021-12-17
2025-03-07

CESI Talks - The EU and workers with Daniela Rondinelli, MEP (IT)

A digital transition fit for public services. CESI meets USLIP IASI under the DiWork projectA digital transition fit for public services. CESI meets USLIP IASI under the DiWork project
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2021-12-17
2025-03-07

A digital transition fit for public services. CESI meets USLIP IASI under the DiWork project

CESI Talks - The EU and workers with Rainer Lindholm, member of the Federal Government of TVMLCESI Talks - The EU and workers with Rainer Lindholm, member of the Federal Government of TVML
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2021-12-16
2025-03-07

CESI Talks - The EU and workers with Rainer Lindholm, member of the Federal Government of TVML

CESI Talks - The EU and workers with Vic Van Vuuren, Director of the ILO Enterprises DepartmentCESI Talks - The EU and workers with Vic Van Vuuren, Director of the ILO Enterprises Department
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2021-12-16
2025-03-07

CESI Talks - The EU and workers with Vic Van Vuuren, Director of the ILO Enterprises Department

Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year – the COVID dĂ©jĂ  vu | Editorial of the Secretary-General Klaus HeegerMerry Christmas and a Happy New Year – the COVID dĂ©jĂ  vu | Editorial of the Secretary-General Klaus Heeger
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2021-12-15
2025-03-07

Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year – the COVID dĂ©jĂ  vu | Editorial of the Secretary-General Klaus Heeger

As we are approaching the end of the year, time to look back at 2021. What are our findings?

CESI Talks - The EU and workers with Rade Panic, President of SLFSCESI Talks - The EU and workers with Rade Panic, President of SLFS
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2021-12-15
2025-03-07

CESI Talks - The EU and workers with Rade Panic, President of SLFS

CESI Talks - The EU and workers with Francesco Corti, Associate Researcher at CEPSCESI Talks - The EU and workers with Francesco Corti, Associate Researcher at CEPS
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2021-12-14
2025-03-07

CESI Talks - The EU and workers with Francesco Corti, Associate Researcher at CEPS

CESI Talks - The EU and workers with Diederik Samsom, Head of cabinet of EVP Frans Timmermans (EC)CESI Talks - The EU and workers with Diederik Samsom, Head of cabinet of EVP Frans Timmermans (EC)
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2021-12-10
2025-03-07

CESI Talks - The EU and workers with Diederik Samsom, Head of cabinet of EVP Frans Timmermans (EC)

Important steps towards the improvement of working conditions in platform economyImportant steps towards the improvement of working conditions in platform economy
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2021-12-09
2025-03-07

Important steps towards the improvement of working conditions in platform economy

Proposals by the European Commission for a regulation of platform work raise hopes of more than 28 million platform workers across the EU for improved employment conditions.

CESI Talks - The EU and workers with Erzsébet Boros, President of MKKSZCESI Talks - The EU and workers with Erzsébet Boros, President of MKKSZ
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2021-12-08
2025-03-07

CESI Talks - The EU and workers with Erzsébet Boros, President of MKKSZ

CESI Talks - The EU and workers with Dragoș Tudorache, MEP (RO)CESI Talks - The EU and workers with Dragoș Tudorache, MEP (RO)
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2021-12-07
2025-03-07

CESI Talks - The EU and workers with Dragoș Tudorache, MEP (RO)

CESI Talks - The EU and workers with Albert van der Smissen, Chairman of NCFCESI Talks - The EU and workers with Albert van der Smissen, Chairman of NCF
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2021-12-07
2025-03-07

CESI Talks - The EU and workers with Albert van der Smissen, Chairman of NCF

CESI welcomes SNSPP-PATS as a new memberCESI welcomes SNSPP-PATS as a new member
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2021-12-07
2025-03-07

CESI welcomes SNSPP-PATS as a new member

At its last meeting in 2021, CESI’s Board unanimously endorsed the application for membership by the French National Union of Professional Firefighters and Technical and Specialised Administrative Staff (SNSPP-PATS)

CESI Talks - The EU and workers with Arvydas Dambrauskas, Chairman of RJPSCESI Talks - The EU and workers with Arvydas Dambrauskas, Chairman of RJPS
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2021-12-07
2025-03-07

CESI Talks - The EU and workers with Arvydas Dambrauskas, Chairman of RJPS

CESI Talks - The EU and workers with VĂ©ronique Trillet-Lenoir, MEP (FR)CESI Talks - The EU and workers with VĂ©ronique Trillet-Lenoir, MEP (FR)
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2021-12-06
2025-03-07

CESI Talks - The EU and workers with VĂ©ronique Trillet-Lenoir, MEP (FR)

A fresh generation of CESI Youth members decides at their 2021 Congress: It’s time to act now!A fresh generation of CESI Youth members decides at their 2021 Congress: It’s time to act now!
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2021-12-06
2025-03-07

A fresh generation of CESI Youth members decides at their 2021 Congress: It’s time to act now!

MatthÀus Fandrejewski (dbb) and Robert Szokolai (MKKZ Youth) were elected as CESI Youth Representative and Vice-Representative at the second ordinary CESI Youth Congress (CYC) which took place on December 1 in Brussels and online.

DiWork: CESI meets CNV Connectief to talk about the European Digital StrategyDiWork: CESI meets CNV Connectief to talk about the European Digital Strategy
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2021-12-06
2025-03-07

DiWork: CESI meets CNV Connectief to talk about the European Digital Strategy

On December 6, CESI met with CNV Connectief as part of the DiWork project.

CESI Expert Commission ‘Public Administrations’: Towards a strong public service agenda in EuropeCESI Expert Commission ‘Public Administrations’: Towards a strong public service agenda in Europe
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2021-12-05
2025-03-07

CESI Expert Commission ‘Public Administrations’: Towards a strong public service agenda in Europe

CESI’s Expert Commission ‘Public Administrations’ convened for the last meeting of the year on November 23 to take stock of public sector support in the EU and its Member States

CESI Talks - The EU and workers with Laviniu Lǎcustǎ, President of USLIPCESI Talks - The EU and workers with Laviniu Lǎcustǎ, President of USLIP
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2021-12-03
2025-03-07

CESI Talks - The EU and workers with Laviniu Lǎcustǎ, President of USLIP

Oliver Denk, OECD: Our policy priority is to improve the quality of employmentOliver Denk, OECD: Our policy priority is to improve the quality of employment
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2021-12-03
2025-03-07

Oliver Denk, OECD: Our policy priority is to improve the quality of employment

CESI Secretary General Klaus Heeger talked with Oliver Denk, senior economist in the Jobs and Income Division of the OECD, about the impact of the pandemic on our labour markets and the expectations towards CESI's 'Summer Days 2022'.

CESI Talks con Francesco Cavallaro, Segretario Generale della CISALCESI Talks con Francesco Cavallaro, Segretario Generale della CISAL
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2021-12-01
2025-03-07

CESI Talks con Francesco Cavallaro, Segretario Generale della CISAL

CESI Talks con Raffaele Margiotta, Segretario Generale della CONFSALCESI Talks con Raffaele Margiotta, Segretario Generale della CONFSAL
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2021-12-01
2025-03-07

CESI Talks con Raffaele Margiotta, Segretario Generale della CONFSAL

CESI Talks - The EU and workers with Luc Viehé, President of SPELCCESI Talks - The EU and workers with Luc Viehé, President of SPELC
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2021-11-30
2025-03-07

CESI Talks - The EU and workers with Luc Viehé, President of SPELC

CESI expresses its concerns about the 2000 UBER drivers in BrusselsCESI expresses its concerns about the 2000 UBER drivers in Brussels
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2021-11-29
2025-03-07

CESI expresses its concerns about the 2000 UBER drivers in Brussels

Under a recent ruling by the Brussels Court of Appeal, about 2,000 drivers who use the Uber app will be obliged to terminate their activity by Friday evening. According to CESI Secretary General Klaus Heeger, the case exemplifies yet again the need to clear EU-level rules for decent work in the platform economy.

Autumn Package: Encouraging analysis on social challenges in Europe, but clearer conclusions on public investment missingAutumn Package: Encouraging analysis on social challenges in Europe, but clearer conclusions on public investment missing
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2021-11-26
2025-03-07

Autumn Package: Encouraging analysis on social challenges in Europe, but clearer conclusions on public investment missing

The European Commission's Autumn Package, which jumpstarts the 2022 European Semester cycle of economic policy coordination, rightly identifies many of the social and employment-related challenges that workers face in times of Covid, digitalisation and the green transition. It should have delivered more on the importance of investments in resilient public services in the re-building Europe post-Covid.

Joint European social partner statement on the occasion of the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against WomenJoint European social partner statement on the occasion of the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women
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2021-11-25
2025-03-07

Joint European social partner statement on the occasion of the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women

Statement by EU sectoral social partners to mark International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women on 25 November 2021.

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