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.

World Day for the Eradication of Poverty: we call on @vonderleyen.ec.europa.eu to commit to action to tackle the root causes of in-work poverty. @estherlynch.bsky.social 📢 “The EU must invest in quality jobs, fair wages and decent housing. That’s how we eradicate poverty & build a fairer Europe.”

Together to fix the EU's public procurement rules. At #PESCongress25, @estherlynch.bsky.social highlighted the need to make sure every public contract goes to companies that have a collective agreement.

“Poverty is not inevitable. It is a political choice." Find out more and check out the letter @estherlynch.bsky.social sent to @vonderleyen.ec.europa.eu ✉️🔗 www.etuc.org/en/pressrelease/world-day-eradication-poverty-etuc-calls-commission-tackle-work-poverty

Gloria Mills, ETUC Women’s Committee President, said: 💬 “We cannot allow attempts by corporations to bring us backwards stop us from moving forwards. Commission must now double down on moving concrete measures that strengthen women’s rights forward." Stop attacking on Pay Transparency Directive!

Israel must comply with the terms of its agreement with the EU as well as the recently agreed commitments on a ceasefire.

The raid on the PGFTU is an unacceptable act of intimidation. We call on the European Union to ensure the trade union movement of Palestine is protected from this type of agression so that it can play its crucial role for peace.

The #CSDDD is a key tool to ensure corporate accountability in global supply chains. To meet its purpose, prevent exploitation like Rana Plaza, the directive must not be undermined. Union involvement & civil liability must be maintained. Joint ✉️ by @lizshuler.bsky.social & @estherlynch.bsky.social

Huge numbers have shown up today for the national demonstration in #Brussels, Belgium. Workers and their unions 🟢🔴🔵 are taking a stand for #QualityJobs & fair pensions.

⛓️Abusive subcontracting is finally receiving the attention it deserves. @europarl.europa.eu and @ec.europa.eu have it on their agenda. For those who still need to be reminded of why we urgently need limits on subcontracting, we will showcase our subcontracting campaign. youtu.be/_dr1sKeDjVM

#DemocracyAtWork: we're calling on MEPs to vote yes ✅ for the European Works Council Directive revision at the @europarl.europa.eu today.

Too many workers in Europe do the same work but for very different pay. Today in Gdansk Im hearing evidence that the east - west pay gap still isnt getting better. It’s time for the EU to back our demands for upward wage convergence because equal work deserves equal pay, everywhere!

📢 Decent work is a right, not a privilege! On World Day for Decent Work, we rise for dignity, fair wages, security, and a voice at work. 💪 Workers and unions worldwide are standing up to corporate greed, defending democracy, and demanding justice. 👉 buff.ly/nxPPXaP #WDDW2025 #ForDemocracy

We call on the European Parliament to take a strong stand: To defend workers' rights. To protect the Due Diligence Directive.

✊Today is World Day for Decent Work. But for millions, there’s little to celebrate. Long and complex subcontracting chains lead to the exploitation of vulnerable workers. When unscrupulous companies lower the price, it’s the workers who pay the highest price, sometimes with their own lives.

Transition without justice is just exploitation. On #WorldDayForDecentWork we stand with @etuc-ces.bsky.social to demand a #JustTransition that means secure jobs, strong unions and public ownership. Tomorrow, EPSU’s utilities unions gather in Ljubljana to discuss the reality of this struggle.

This week isn’t the final vote but it’s a crucial moment for the #DueDiligence Directive. The rapporteur’s two plans weaken workers’ rights & let companies off the hook. We need civil liability so unions can defend abused workers. Where does your MEP stand?

Highlight of the day. Discussing strategies for an alternative EU where all workers are free from fear of tomorrow. Our plan - all jobs must be quality jobs! With friends from Europa Nova.

‼️Full house by very important event in the EP on #subcontracting with @etuc-ces.bsky.social 's @estherlynch.bsky.social, @effat.org's @enricosomaeffat.bsky.social & @efbww.bsky.social's Tom Deleu and so many more‼️ #dignityofwork #SocialEurope #mosturgentchangeneeded bsky.app/profile/did:...

What it takes for a job to be a #QualityJob 👇 🎥 Trade union leaders from across Europe spell it out. It’s time for the @ec.europa.eu to take action to make every job a quality job - NOW!

Thanks to all our distinguished speakers and guests attending FinUnions’ 30th anniversary celebration this week! For the past three decades, we've shared an incredible journey, building bridges and shaping the EU together. @hennavirkkunen.bsky.social @estherlynch.bsky.social @liandersson.bsky.social

Gaza: The time for warnings is long gone, the EU must take decisive and immediate action. The European Union’s legal and moral responsibility to act has never been more urgent. Joint statement following meeting with the Ambassador of Palestine to the EU: www.etuc.org/en/document/...

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