Conditions for the EU's single work permit will vary nationally

Bid to close down EU's disaster and jobs funds

Three of the EU's wealthiest countries are pushing for the closure of two EU funds intended to demonstrate solidarity with other member states.

Right to strike collides with EU's single market

The European Commission has launched a bid to reconcile the deepening of the European Union's single market with the protection of workers' rights.

Social-protection laws hit problems in Commission

A proposal to strengthen European Union law on the social protection of workers has been delayed because of in-fighting within the European Commission.

Call to cut red tape for workers

MEPs will next week call for new rules to make it easier for professionals to have their qualifications recognised across the EU.

Eurozone unemployment at euro-era high

Eurostat says jobless rate is now at 10.2%, while inflation remains stable.