Month: March 2026

The Commission adopted today a revised recommendation on the Safe and Sustainable by Design (SSbD) framework, reinforcing Europe’s commitment to chemicals and materials innovation that aligns with the Clean Industrial Deal’s ambition for a toxic-free, circular, and competitive economy. Building on the initial 2022 Commission Recommendation, this updated framework was shaped by extensive stakeholder engagement and real-world […]

On 5 March, EU Justice and Home Affairs Ministers met in Brussels to discuss voluntary returns, Schengen and security. The meeting was chaired by the Cypriot Deputy Minister for migration and international protection. The Commission was represented by Commissioner Magnus Brunner.  Under the Schengen Council, Ministers exchanged on the overall state of Schengen, focusing on […]

The European Commission has published its General Report for 2025. DG HOME’s work is mainly covered in Chapter 3 – Strengthening Europe’s Defence and Security.  In the context of growing geopolitical instability, the European Union is stepping up its efforts to protect citizens and ensure Europe’s security. In 2025, the EU launched a set of […]

What do we want to hear about?  In preparation for the Affordable Housing Act, the Commission has published a call for evidence to inform the public and stakeholders about the Commission’s work, so they can provide views on the Commission’s understanding of the problem and possible solutions, and to give us any relevant information they […]

The European Commission has launched a four-week public call for evidence to help design a comprehensive new strategy for the EU’s islands. Announced in the cohesion policy mid-term review of 1 April 2025 and highlighted in the European Ocean Pact of June 2025, this strategy will strengthen resilience, boost competitiveness and address the specific socio-economic […]

On 5 March 2026, DG Translation hosted a virtual visit for students, recent graduates, newcomers to the language industry and language professionals exploring career opportunities. Over 2 200 people from across Europe and beyond registered to the event “Languages at work: Discover career opportunities”. Discovering diverse language careers The event showcased the variety of roles […]