European Economic
and Social Committee
Employment Guidelines
Practical information
Composition of the study group & calendar
Administrator in charge: Ana Dumitrache / Assistant: Virginie André
Section meeting: 02/10/2026
Plenary session: 21-22/10/2026
Background:
This opinion has as basis the 2026 Commission's proposal for a Council Decision updating the Employment Guidelines, which set out common priorities for Member States’ employment and social policies.
The revised guidelines address labour demand and supply, skills and lifelong learning, well-functioning labour markets and social dialogue, and equal opportunities and social inclusion, while reflecting recent EU initiatives such as the Quality Jobs Roadmap and the Anti-Poverty Strategy.
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