The European Parliament’s Employment and Social Affairs Committee on Monday adopted its position on the proposed 2028‑2034 European Social Fund (ESF), the body announced in a brief press release from the institution.
What Parliament is doing
Members of the Employment and Social Affairs Committee (EP Committee) voted to set the committee’s stance on the next programming period of the European Social Fund, which is intended to support quality employment, skills development and social protection across the EU. The committee’s vote establishes Parliament’s negotiating position ahead of further interinstitutional talks with the Council and Commission.
Why it matters
The ESF is one of the EU’s main funds for labour market and social policies. The committee framed its position specifically around the 2028–2034 programming period, highlighting priorities such as employment quality, skills and social protection. How Parliament shapes the final text will influence funding priorities and implementation conditions for national and regional programmes under the fund.
What happens next
Following adoption of the committee position, the file will move into the next stages of the legislative process, where the Parliament’s position will be used in negotiations with the Council and the European Commission. The press release does not detail the committee vote count, amendments adopted, the rapporteur leading the file, or the planned timetable for interinstitutional negotiations.
Source: European Parliament press release
