Good exchange at our Executive Committee on the dangers of the proposed “EU Inc.” Thanks to @repasi.bsky.social for engaging with trade unions on what is really at stake: workers’ rights, collective agreements, codetermination termination, wages and protections

Strong public services are the backbone of democracy, equality and social justice. From healthcare to education, transport to firefighting: Europe works thanks to public service workers. To end the #PublicServiceEmergency, Europe needs investment, not austerity.

Workers make Europe. Not deregulation. Not austerity. Not a race to the bottom. Europe’s future must be built on investment, strong industries, quality jobs and workers having a real say at work. We make Europe #UnionMade

🤖 How does #AI reinforce #inequality? 🌐 The promise of the digital workplace is more flexibility and freedom, yet for many the reality includes a rise in online harassment and systemic bias. 👉️ Read more in the latest issue of #HesaMag: etui.org/45w

The @aflcio.org has published definitive new polling on who the American public trusts to set AI regulations. And no surprise: It’s not their employers, political parties, or Big Tech. It’s the labor movement.

No compromises on workers’ rights. The proposed 28th Company Regime cannot move forward in its current form. ETUC General Secretary @estherlynch.bsky.social was with @socialistsanddemocrats.eu this morning to stress that Europe’s competitiveness cannot be built on weaker worker protections.

#EUinc cannot become a backdoor to weaken workers’ rights. The proposed 28th Company Regime risks bypassing collective bargaining and national systems. Europe must put workers’ needs above corporate profits. @estherlynch.bsky.social was with @left.eu today to highlight the risks to workers.

🎉 Congratulations to Yasmin Fahimi on her re-election as Chair of the DGB at its congress in Berlin this morning and best wishes to the whole leadership! #DGB26

Esiste l'Unione europea per i lavoratori? Quali ricette per tutelare e garantire i posti di lavoro in piena crisi energetica? A "Caffè Europa" ospite Giulio Romani, componente della segreteria della Confederazione europea dei sindacati. Ascolta la trasmissione: www.raiplaysound.it/audio/2026/0...

📌Stop energy profiteering: workers cannot pay for a crisis they didn’t create ⚠️Workers need is a full European response that protects jobs, incomes and living standards.

Take 30 seconds to stand with young workers ⏳ Tomorrow is the moment. ⌛ 🫵 EU Ministers decide if the scandal of unpaid traineeships is allowed to continue. 📩 Send them an e-mail to demand a ban: action-europe.org/tell-eu-mini...

@maryliseleon.cfdt.fr @sophie.binet.cgt.fr @paulnowaktuc.bsky.social @estherlynch.bsky.social @luctriangle.bsky.social @econjohnny.bsky.social

🔴The average cost of rent is over 200 Euro more than the income of low paid workers in the majority of EU capitals "The disconnect between rent and pay is completely unsustainable" - @estherlynch.bsky.social 📰 www.etuc.org/en/pressrele...

"Everywhere we turn now, we are confronted with the negative impact on people of the politics of isolationism. "That's why a day dedicated to the collective power of working people is needed as much now as ever before." 🖊️ @estherlynch.bsky.social in The Jacobin. jacobin.com/2026/05/may-...

Together, united, that's how we win. As we celebrate trade union advances, let's remember: Rights that once seemed impossible were won through workers organising. This is how we will overcome the challenges we face today and shape a better future. Happy International Workers' Day.

Happy International Workers’ Day. May 1st.

Trade unionists from building & woodwork sectors came together in Krakow for @efbww.bsky.social's Mid-Term Conference. ETUC General Secretary @estherlynch.bsky.social brought the support of the whole trade union movement & determination to keep building towards our objectives. #BuildingDemocracy

"Solidarity is how workers turn vulnerability into strength. Working together we will win a better future." ETUC General Secretary @estherlynch.bsky.social brought a message of solidarity on behalf of 45 million fellow trade unionists to the delegates @force-ouvriere.bsky.social's Congress today.

EU data shows a “dramatic” fall in spending in our shops, leading to fewer jobs and higher prices Now is the time to put more money in the pockets of working people – not hit them with higher interest rates 📰 www.etuc.org/en/pressrele...

As the European Commission prepares to reform the rules governing over 2 trillion euros in annual public procurement, UNI Europa brought together a coalition of unions, businesses, civil society and lawmakers for the first-ever Procurement Summit in Brussels today.

Every job should be a quality job. Too many workers still face low pay, insecurity and no clear future. A project of hope: @estherlynch.bsky.social is with fellow trade union leaders in Barcelona to push for real plans, real delivery and a real say at work. #GPM2026 #TradeUnions

“We need real improvements that workers can feel now.” ETUC General Secretary Esther Lynch speaking just now at the Global Progressive Mobilisation in Barcelona. Quality jobs, fair pay, strong public services & a real say at work are essential to rebuild trust & deliver a future people believe in.

ETUC General Secretary @estherlynch.bsky.social 📢 “There has been no better demonstration of the dangerously shortsighted nature of austerity policies than the cuts made to our fire services at a time when the risks of extreme weather events is rising due to climate change."

🧐🖥️ In a recent interview for ARTE TV our General Secretary @estherlynch.bsky.social explained our concerns about EU "28th Regime/EU Inc" proposal, notably replacing guaranteed wages or employment contracts with stock options.

Investment is the solution to making Europe more competitive. This is the message ETUC General Secretary @estherlynch.bsky.social carried to EU leaders from @pes.eu this morning ahead of today's #EUCO.

EU leaders gather today in Brussels to discuss how to make Europe more competitive. Across Europe, trade unions have been sending the same message: the solution lies in investment, not deregulation. A 🧵 of what unions have been saying ahead of today's meeting of EU leaders ⤵️

Doorstep by @estherlynch.bsky.social, General Secretary of the European Trade Union Confederation #ETUC @etuc-ces.bsky.social, at the Tripartite Social Summit #TSS taking place on 18 March 2026 in #Brussels. newsroom.consilium.europa.eu/events/20260...

@etuc-ces.bsky.social calls for EU inc plan proposal to be redrafted so that it matches @ec.europa.eu 's stated intention not to damage employment rights, as promised. 'No return to doomed Bolkenstein' says GS @estherlynch.bsky.social www.etuc.org/en/pressrele...

“Trade unions will build the Europe of tomorrow. A Europe with strong democracy, fair wages, secure jobs, and dignity for every worker.” ETUC General Secretary @estherlynch.bsky.social addressed the SEK Congress in Nicosia, Cyprus today.

ETUC General Secretary Esther Lynch @estherlynch.bsky.social 📢 “We cannot afford any hesitation in moving forward on real industrial policy. EU & national decision-makers must act with responsibility & put forward the #IndustrialAcceleratorAct to protect & create quality jobs without further delay”

The UK economy will not get the growth we were promised until we reverse our historic levels of underinvestment. We need to stop the rot and start delivering for everyday people.

Atteinte au 1er Mai et au droit de grève : FO dénonce 2 propositions de loi Modificat° des règles sur le #travail le 1er Mai et restrict° du #droitdegrève dans les transports publics : 2 proposit° de loi conçoivent l’attaque des droits des travailleurs. >> www.force-ouvriere.fr/atteinte-au-...

📰 NEW OP-ED ETUC General Secretary @estherlynch.bsky.social sounds the alarm: Europe’s competitiveness debate is being hijacked by corporate lobbyists pushing deregulation. The answer to Europe's real challenges is instead a mission-led economy built on investment and quality jobs. 🧵

Planning a museum trip this weekend? Across Europe, some doors are closing - not because of art robberies or renovations, but because museum and culture staff are taking action for fair pay, safe staffing and decent working conditions. 🧵Thread 👇

Workers deserve their fair share. Increasing collective bargaining coverage raises wages and it’s not just social justice, it’s smart economics. Stronger pay means stronger internal demand. Our message to Europe’s Labour Ministers today: urgent to put the action plans in place to reach 80% coverage

The ETUC’s work defending the European social model is key to a more competitive, inclusive Europe. Good to meet with @etuc-ces.bsky.social General Secretary @estherlynch.bsky.social in view of our retreat on competitiveness and the single market on 12 February.

Interesting piece: Brussels’ 28th regime proposals risk collapsing as member states reluctant to hand "the keys to large parts of their legal systems to Brussels” while @etuc-ces.bsky.social GS @estherlynch.bsky.social warns against “the biggest loophole in history” www.euractiv.com/news/rage-ag...

"A shadow economy within the single market has been allowed to grow," warns ETUC General Secretary @estherlynch.bsky.social @ec.europa.eu must ensure the Quality Jobs Act tackles abuse in subcontracting and labour intermediation. 🔗⤵️

🚫👻We are deconstructing some of the myths that are being used to create the idea that no change to the rules on subcontracting is necessary. Limiting subcontracting chains is necessary and urgent.⛓️ ⏰It's time to act! #timetoact #limitsubcontracting

🔈 The European Parliament has adopted today its report calling for “an EU framework to tackle labour exploitation, including illegal work and abusive subcontracting and labour intermediation”. @effat.org @etuc-ces.bsky.social @etf-europe.bsky.social #limitsubcontracting ⛓️ #stopexploitation

EU leaders must listen to the needs of working people. General Secretary @estherlynch.bsky.social just met Enrico Letta ahead of his meeting with heads of governments at their retreat later today. Here’s what is needed 👇

Europe needs to raise investment in workers & companies through a real industrial policy – not lower standards. “Europe is facing a real competitiveness challenge. But a genuine problem does not justify the wrong response," @estherlynch.bsky.social told political and industry leaders today.

@paulnowaktuc.bsky.social 📢 "The TUC and European unions have long been calling for easier, fairer pathways for people to live, work, and study in each other’s territories – with rights and standards safeguarded. This agreement helps realise that call."

@estherlynch.bsky.social 📢 "This is good news for workers, students and apprentices in the EU and the UK. New opportunities to skill up and learn from fellow workers will help deliver a stronger workforce.”

@estherlynch.bsky.social 📢 "Workers and their trade unions know what makes a job good or bad. "Now the important work starts in ensuring that we arrive at the solutions needed to genuinely fix those problems and ensure a quality job for every worker."

Time for @ec.europa.eu to act for quality jobs. “We’re on the road today to deliver solutions to decision makers that will genuinely restore dignity and respect to a rapidly changing world of work." [email protected].

Minimum Wages: Directive put beyond all doubt by today’s ruling of the Court of Justice. @estherlynch.bsky.social 📢 "this judgment confirms that the Minimum Wage Directive stands firm – the EU can and must act for fair wages."

Time to rebuild the Social Contract, every job must be a quality job with wages you can live on and with right to collective bargaining recognised.

Today, UNI Europa Professionals & Managers kicks off its three-day Conference in Venice, Italy. @estherlynch.bsky.social from @etuc-ces.bsky.social noted that they “are under much more pressure than in the past. Today, a university degree no longer guarantees a stable future.”

America’s unions will be out in force today marching to protect our federal workers, our health care and our democracy. Together, we have the power to turn back the Trump administration’s attacks on working people. Happy No Kings Day.