### 1. calls for a genuine revision of the eu’s and the member states’ education , training and skills policies to deliver education and lifelong learning , addressing , in particular , the digital skills gap and the need for adaptation to the realities of the digitalised economy , and of preparing for the future impact of artificial intelligence on the labour market; stresses that these policies should promote personal and societal development while respecting the goals of the energy transition towards the low-carbon economy; ### 1. calls for a genuine revision of the eu’s and the member states’ education , training and skills policies to deliver education and lifelong learning , addressing , in particular , the digital skills gap and the need for adaptation to a modern , low-carbon , sustainable economy and the realities of the digitalised economy , and of preparing for the future impact of artificial intelligence on the labour market; stresses that these policies should promote personal and societal development while respecting the goals of the energy transition towards the low-carbon economy and of the european green deal;


### 2. points out that socio-economic disadvantage is frequently a predictor of poor educational outcomes and vice versa; insists that a properly funded , quality education and lifelong learning system can help break this vicious circle and promote social inclusion and equal opportunities; supports the plans to make the european education area a reality in the foreseeable future with the aim of allowing everyone access to a quality education; calls on the commission to assist the member states in reforming and modernising their education systems , including digital learning; ### 2. points out that socio-economic disadvantage is frequently a predictor of poor educational outcomes and vice versa; insists that a properly funded , quality education and lifelong learning system can help break this vicious circle and promote social inclusion and equal opportunities; recalls in this respect principles one , three four , and eleven of the european pillar of social rights and the sustainable development goals and recognises the contribution of education and culture to the wellbeing of individuals and societies; supports the plans to make the european education area a reality in the foreseeable future with the aim of allowing everyone access to a quality education; calls on the commission to assist the member states in reforming and modernising their education systems , including digital learning;


### 3. welcomes the inclusion of the epsr in the asgs 2020; emphasises the central role of the social scoreboard in the european semester; calls on the commission to reinforce the scoreboard by integrating further indicators reflecting all 20 principles of the epsr; ### 3. welcomes the inclusion of the epsr in the asgs 2020; emphasises the central role of the social scoreboard in the european semester; calls on the commission to reinforce the scoreboard by integrating further indicators reflecting all 20 principles of the epsr; references to the principles of the epsr should refer explicitly to the provisions of the revised european social charter , to which these principles correspond; in order to promote convergence on a single interpretation of the provisions of the epsr , the references should be accompanied by a recommendation to take into account their interpretation by the european committee of social rights;


### 3. asserts that quality early childhood education and care (ecec) has a positive impact on all children , boys and girls , and even more so on children belonging to less privileged socio-economic backgrounds , thereby contributing to reducing social inequalities; stresses that ecec has an impact on children’s development , learning and well-being in the short-term , and creates the building blocks for improving later long-term life outcomes; ### 3. asserts that quality early childhood education and care (ecec) has a positive impact on all children , boys and girls , and even more so on children belonging to less privileged socio-economic backgrounds and to those with special needs , thereby contributing to reducing social inequalities; stresses that ecec has an impact on children’s development , learning and well-being in the short-term , and creates the building blocks for improving later long-term life outcomes; therefore calls on the commission to establish a european child guarantee with adequate funding and well-designed support services;


### 4. is concerned that rates of unemployment and long-term unemployment are still high in some member states; calls for a new financial instrument to tackle long-term unemployment by providing financial support for measures and projects in regions with above-average long-term unemployment; ### 4. is concerned that rates of unemployment and long-term unemployment are still high in some member states; calls for a new financial instrument to tackle long-term unemployment by providing financial support for measures and projects in regions with above-average long-term unemployment including promotion of employability of young and older workers , and improved access to job opportunities; particular focus should be directed especially towards the sectors of the green economy and social enterprises , capable of producing new sustainable jobs , especially for young people , and to expanding lifelong learning opportunities currently offered by public administrations; these efforts should be combined with the youth employment initiative , which needs the financial backing and support by the ec , council and european parliament in the next 7-year funding period;


### 4. believes that investing in human capital , with a particular focus on young people and people with fewer opportunities , is key to boosting knowledge-intensive , sustainable and inclusive growth , in a context of increasing skills shortages and mismatches in a rapidly changing world of work , particularly in the era of digitalisation; underlines the importance of entrepreneurship education in order to motivate young people to opt to set up in business; ### 4. believes that structural investment into human capital and national education systems , with a particular focus on young people and people with fewer opportunities , is key to boosting knowledge-intensive , sustainable and inclusive growth , in a context of increasing skills shortages and mismatches in a rapidly changing world of work , particularly in the era of digitalisation; underlines the importance of entrepreneurship education in order to motivate young people to opt to set up in business and believes more needs to be done to attract girls into stem; underlines also the important contribution vocational education can make towards achieving the objectives of the european green deal;


### 5. is concerned about the limited intergenerational social mobility and increased income inequality compared to pre-crisis levels; calls on the commission and the member states to tackle income inequalities; stresses that tax and benefit systems must be designed in a way to reduce inequalities and promote fairness; ### 5. is concerned about the limited intergenerational social mobility and increased income inequality compared to pre-crisis levels; calls on the commission and the member states to tackle income inequalities and fight discrimination; stresses that tax and benefit systems must be designed in a way to reduce inequalities and promote fairness;


### 5. is concerned about the limited intergenerational social mobility and increased income inequality compared to pre-crisis levels; calls on the commission and the member states to tackle income inequalities; stresses that tax and benefit systems must be designed in a way to reduce inequalities and promote fairness; ### 5. is concerned about the limited intergenerational social mobility and increased income inequality compared to pre-crisis levels; calls on the commission and the member states to tackle income inequalities; stresses that tax and benefit systems must be designed in a way to reduce inequalities , fight discrimination and promote fairness;


### 5. is of the opinion that the european structural and investment funds can provide options for better access to information and the active inclusion of young people , especially those living in rural and remote areas; ### 5. is of the opinion that the european structural and investment funds can provide options for better access to information and the active inclusion of young people , especially those living in rural and remote areas or in areas with a shrinking population;


### 6. welcomes the commission consultation on a european framework for minimum wages; calls for adequate minimum wage levels through collective agreements or through law , in line with national traditions; calls for a coordinated approach at eu level in order to achieve real wage growth , avoid the downward spiral of unhealthy labour cost competition and increase upward social convergence for all; calls on the commission and the member states to strengthen collective bargaining coverage at sectorial level and the involvement of social partners in policy-making , including for the european semester; ### 6. welcomes the commission consultation on a european framework for minimum wages; calls for adequate minimum wage levels , above the poverty threshold and allowing for a life in dignity through collective agreements or through law , in line with national traditions while also enhancing the job creation potential of social economy enterprises; calls for a coordinated approach at eu level in order to achieve real wage growth , avoid the downward spiral of unhealthy labour cost competition and increase upward social convergence for all; calls on the commission and the member states to strengthen collective bargaining coverage at sectorial level and the involvement of social partners in policy-making , including for the european semester;


### 6.points out that in 2018 , in the eu , 16.5 % of 20-34-year-olds – one in six young people – were neither in employment nor in education and training (neets)1 , and that the share of early school leavers was 10.6 %2; recognises that these figures are as low as they were in the first quarter of 2008 , and the lowest since this data began to be compiled in the first quarter of 2006; calls , nevertheless , on the commission and the member states to step up their efforts to reduce early school leaving and the percentage of neets , and to improve educational outcomes , taking into account regional disparities , as well as to implement comprehensive preventive strategies and to engage early school leavers in education and training; ### 6. points out that in 2018 , in the eu , 16.5 % of 20-34-year-olds – one in six young people – were neither in employment nor in education and training (neets)1 , and that the share of early school leavers was 10.6 %2 , and that young people with disadvantaged backgrounds remain at higher risk of being neets or in low-skilled , unstable and low-paid employment; recognises that these figures are as low as they were in the first quarter of 2008 , and the lowest since this data began to be compiled in the first quarter of 2006; calls , nevertheless , on the commission and the member states to step up their efforts to reduce early school leaving and the percentage of neets , and to improve educational outcomes , taking into account regional and demographic disparities , as well as to implement comprehensive preventive strategies and to engage early school leavers in education and training; supports turning the existing youth guarantee into a permanent instrument provided the instrument is properly funded;


### 7. reiterates its concern about the high number of persons at risk of poverty and social exclusion; is especially worried about high rates of child poverty and in-work poverty; calls on the commission to present a comprehensive european anti-poverty strategy and establish a european child guarantee with adequate funding and well-designed support services; ### 7. reiterates its concern about the high number of persons at risk of poverty and social exclusion; is especially worried about high rates of child poverty and in-work poverty; calls on the commission to present a comprehensive and rights-based european anti-poverty strategy including a framework directive on minimum income and establish a european child guarantee with adequate funding and well-designed inclusive support services based on integrated active inclusion , combining the implementation of fundamental social rights , high-quality services and decent jobs , and shaped together with the community; calls to launch as well a new roma inclusion strategy with concrete objectives , monitored through the european semester , and placing antigypsyism at its core;


### 7. urges the member states to foster cooperation between education and businesses with a view to addressing skills mismatches , including by fostering technical and digital skills , as well as vocational training and dual studies , and to put in place effective and comprehensive methodologies for the recognition and validation of non-formal and informal learning; ### 7. urges the member states to foster cooperation between education and businesses , with a view to fostering low-carbon local and regional economies as well as addressing skills mismatches , including by fostering technical and digital skills , as well as vocational training and dual studies , and to put in place effective and comprehensive methodologies for the recognition and validation of non-formal and informal learning;


### 8. calls on the commission to present a framework directive on decent minimum income schemes in order to provide a social protection floor; ### 8. calls on the commission to present a framework directive on decent minimum income schemes in order to provide a social protection floor , a safety net to guarantee a decent life for all citizens;


### 9. calls for an integrated response to tackle the lack of affordable housing , poor housing conditions , housing exclusion and homelessness; ### 9. calls for an integrated response to tackle the lack of affordable housing , poor housing conditions , non-accessible housing , housing exclusion and homelessness to stop investing into segregated residential institutions and to perform prompt deinstitutionalisation of persons with disabilities and to ban forced evictions;


### 9. calls for an integrated response to tackle the lack of affordable housing , poor housing conditions , housing exclusion and homelessness; ### 9. calls for an integrated response to tackle the lack of affordable housing , poor housing conditions , non-accessible housing , housing exclusion and homelessness , to stop investing into segregated residential institutions and to perform prompt deinstitutionalisation of persons with disabilities;


### 10. is concerned about the stagnating share of early school leavers and the increasing share of underperforming pupils; calls on the member states to improve their education systems; stresses that educational outcomes are also negatively affected by social exclusion , poverty and segregation , which equally must be addressed; ### 10. is concerned about the stagnating share of early school leavers and the increasing share of pupils not fully exploiting their potential; calls on the member states to improve the quality , accessibility and inclusiveness of their education systems in a lifelong learning perspective , including through adequate funding and greater possibilities to move across and progress on different education and training paths; stresses that educational outcomes are heavily negatively affected by social exclusion , discrimination , poverty and segregation , expectations based on gender and ethnic stereotypes which equally must be addressed;


### 10. considers that effective governance and adequate funding for all educational settings , modern quality educational resources and teaching , motivated and competent teachers and lifelong learning are crucial for achieving equity , diversity and excellence in education; stresses , in this context , the need to attract greater numbers of motivated candidates with sound academic or professional backgrounds and pedagogical skills into the teaching profession; ### 10. considers that effective governance and adequate funding for all educational settings , modern quality educational resources and teaching , motivated and competent teachers and lifelong learning are crucial for achieving equity , diversity and excellence in education; stresses , in this context , the need to attract greater numbers of motivated candidates with sound academic or professional backgrounds and pedagogical skills into the teaching profession; stresses this can only be realised by increasing the attractiveness of the teaching profession and of a career in education via , inter alia , adequate salaries and support systems for teachers;


### 11. calls on the commission and the member states to improve work-life balance and gender equality and to ensure equal pay for equal work at the same place; calls for more efforts to close the gender pay and pensions gaps , and to tackle disincentives for women to work; calls for accessible and affordable quality childcare and early education services , as well as care services for those reliant on care , including the elderly; ### 11. calls on the commission and the member states to improve work-life balance and gender equality and to ensure equal pay for equal work at the same place; calls for more efforts to close the gender pay and pensions gaps , and to tackle disincentives for women to work; calls for accessible and free quality childcare and early education services , as well as care services for those reliant on care , including persons with disabilities and the elderly;


### 13. calls on the commission and the member states to step up efforts towards the further inclusion of people with disabilities in the labour market by removing barriers and creating incentives for their employment; ### 13. calls on the commission and the member states to step up efforts towards the further inclusion of people with disabilities in the open labour market by prohibiting discrimination against them , removing barriers , ensuring that reasonable accommodation is provided to persons with disabilities in the workplace and creating incentives towards employers for their employment;


### 13. calls on the commission and the member states to step up efforts towards the further inclusion of people with disabilities in the labour market by removing barriers and creating incentives for their employment; ### 13. calls on the commission and the member states to step up efforts towards the further inclusion of people with disabilities in the open labour market by prohibiting discrimination against them , removing barriers ensuring that reasonable accommodation is provided to persons with disabilities in the workplace and creating incentives for their employment;


### 14. rejects any reduction in the level of cohesion policy funding; opposes , in this context , the proposal to reduce funding for the european social fund plus despite its enlarged scope; stresses the need for greater alignment of the european semester with social and cohesion funding and the policy objectives of the union; ### 14. rejects any reduction in the level of cohesion policy funding; opposes , in this context , the proposal to reduce funding for the european social fund plus despite its enlarged scope; stresses the need for greater alignment of the european semester with social and cohesion funding and the social policy objectives of the union;


### 16. stresses that decisive support is needed for society , workers and businesses to face the challenges of climate change and the transition to carbon neutrality; calls on the commission and the member states to ensure adequate social and environmental investment for a true ‘just transition’ , the implementation of the epsr and the achievement of the sdgs , by exempting social spending from the euro area fiscal rules and thereby allowing more investment in human capital , skills and health; ### 16. stresses that decisive support is needed for society , workers and businesses to face the challenges of climate change and the transition to carbon neutrality; calls on the commission and the member states to ensure adequate and equitable social and environmental investment for a true ‘just transition’ , the implementation of the epsr and the achievement of the sdgs , by exempting social spending from the euro area fiscal rules and thereby allowing more investment in human capital , skills and health;


### 18. reiterates that the rule of law , including independent and efficient justice systems , as well as quality public administrations and public procurement and robust anti-corruption frameworks , are the basis for a sound business environment , functioning labour markets and the proper use of eu funds , and should thus continue to be included in the european semester; ### 18. reiterates that the rule of law , including independent and efficient justice systems , as well as quality public administrations and public procurement and robust anti-corruption frameworks , are the basis for a sound business environment , functioning labour markets and the proper use of eu funds , and should thus continue to be included in the european semester; in that sense , calls on the member states to ratify the revised european social charter and on the commission to support member states in the process of accepting and respecting all its provisions; the eu court of justice should align the status of the european social charter with that of other international human rights instruments ratified by all eu member states;


### a. whereas the common fisheries policy (cfp) aims to ensure that fishing and aquaculture are sustainable in the long term and that this sustainability is based on three pillars – environmental , social and economic; ### a. whereas the common fisheries policy (cfp) shall ensure that fishing and aquaculture activities are environmentally sustainable in the long-term and are managed in a way that is consistent with the objectives of achieving economic , social and employment benefits;


### b. whereas 151 981 fishermen were directly employed in fishing in the eu in 2017 , of whom at least 43 747 were estimated as being unpaid labour2 ; ### b. whereas 151 981 fishers were directly employed in fishing in the eu in 2017 , of whom at least 43 747 were estimated as being unpaid labour2 ; whereas there are several reports of forced labour and human trafficking related the fishing industry3a;


### b. whereas 151 981 fishermen were directly employed in fishing in the eu in 2017 , of whom at least 43 747 were estimated as being unpaid labour2 ; ### b. whereas 151 981 fishers were directly employed in fishing in the eu in 2017 , of whom at least 43 747 were estimated as being unpaid labour2 ;


### b. whereas fishing , including aquaculture , provides food to billions of people , and whereas this sector is an important source of employment and income for the livelihoods of 10-12% of the world’s population , according to the fao; whereas , in addition , an estimated 140 million further jobs are related to the rest of the fisheries value chain , in particular in the processing and sale of fisheries products; ### b. whereas fishing , including aquaculture , globally provides food to billions of people , and whereas this sector is an important source of employment and income for the livelihoods of 10-12% of the world’s population , according to the fao; whereas , in addition , an estimated 140 million further jobs are related to the rest of the fisheries value chain , in particular in the processing and sale of fisheries products;


### 1. acknowledges that coastal regions historically dependent on fisheries should benefit from financial support in order to develop new sectors and create new jobs , and calls on member states to put in place targeted policies for creating diverse jobs and using digital solutions; further supports the combined use of the european regional development fund (erdf) , european social fund (esf) , european maritime and fisheries fund (emff) and new recovery fund in coastal areas; ### 1. acknowledges that coastal regions historically dependent on fisheries should benefit from financial support in order to develop new sectors and create new jobs to consolidate the jobs in the fisheries sector and create new jobs , especially in the small scale fisheries and shellfish; calls on member states to put in place targeted policies for creating diverse jobs and using digital solutions with a view to protect people in vulnerable situations people with a disadvantaged socio-economic status , women , victims/survivors of sexual and gender-basedviolence , lgbti people , ethnic minorities , roma people , migrant people , people living with disabilities , suffering from mental illnesses and chronic diseases , and other marginalized , discriminated against , vulnerable , underserved groups; further supports the combined use of the european regional development fund (erdf) , european social fund (esf) , european maritime and fisheries fund (emff) and new recovery fund in coastal areas;


### 2. notes that the esf has been widely used to revitalise coastal and rural areas by providing people excluded from the labour market with training and employment opportunities tailored to local needs and sectors; whereas the emff contributes to fisheries and the maritime economy , as well as to social inclusion and development; ### 2. welcomes that the esf has been widely used to revitalise coastal and rural areas by providing support for employment , training and combating poverty for example with training and employment opportunities tailored to individual and local needs , job creation and sectors; whereas the emff contributes to fisheries and the maritime economy , as well as to social inclusion and development; reminds that the gender equality strategy 2020-2025 issues that these and other funds must support actions to promote women’s labour market participation and work-life balance , invest in care facilities , support female entrepreneurship , combat gender segregation in certain professions and address;


### 3. highlights the considerable economic impact of the covid-19 pandemic , and the necessity for the member states to allocate european funds to support the preservation and creation of jobs in the fisheries sector; ### 3. highlights the considerable economic impact of the covid-19 pandemic , and the necessity for the member states to allocate european funds to support the preservation and creation of jobs in the fisheries sector; the funds should also promote actions which address the collateral impacts of the health crisis on people belonging to such vulnerable groups; the funds should therefore support actions which aim to address all social determinants of health including gender with an intersectional approach , with a view of putting an end to all health inequalities including gender-based inequalities , responding to people’s specific health needs including women’s health needs , and aim to ensure continued access to all health care services;


### 4. welcomes the added value of strategic changes in the eu , especially the green and digital transitions , that are expected to create new jobs in coastal regions and further boost their economic development; ### 4. welcomes the added value of strategic changes in the eu , especially the green and digital transitions , that are expected to create new jobs in coastal regions to protect the jobs in the territories strongly depending on fisheries , and further boost their employment and social and economic development; as well as preserving the nature of the coastal regions;


### 5. underlines the importance of providing workers in the fisheries sector and people interested in such work access to training courses , counselling , internships and vocational education enabling them to adapt to new market trends (e.g. organic food , specialised tourism , sale and promotion of local products by means of new technologies); ### 5. underlines the importance of providing workers in the fisheries sector and people interested in such work access to training courses , counselling , paid internships and vocational education enabling them to adapt to new market trends (e.g. organic food , specialised tourism , sale and promotion of local products by means of new technologies) in order to incorporate more professionals to a sector that is losing workers;


### 6. recalls that mutual recognition of qualifications and maritime safety certificates within the eu will increase staff mobility , and make the maritime professions more attractive to the young generation; is of the opinion that recognition of certificates should not require excessive financial and bureaucratic burdens; ### 6. recalls that mutual recognition of qualifications and maritime safety certificates within the eu will increase staff mobility , and make the maritime professions more attractive to the young generation; should incorporate the adaptation of the imo regulation to the eu regulation;


### 7. underlines the significance of continuity in professional careers and , in this context , of the creation and maintenance of jobs: recalls that fishermen should be supported in continuing their career ashore if , due to health reasons , changes in the labour market or other factors , they cannot continue working at sea; believes that european funds , especially the esf , should support their smooth professional transition; ### 7. underlines the significance of continuity in professional careers and social security , and in this context , of the creation and maintenance of jobs underlined by solid adequate social security systems ensuring that everyone has access to a minimum income above the poverty line; recalls that fishers should be supported in continuing their career ashore if , due to physical and mental health reasons , pollution and lack of implementation of the water framework directive by the member states , changes in the labour market or other factors , they cannot continue working in the fishing industry; believes that european funds , especially the esf , should support their smooth professional transition with regard to the gender equality strategy 2020-2025;


### 7. underlines the significance of continuity in professional careers and , in this context , of the creation and maintenance of jobs: recalls that fishermen should be supported in continuing their career ashore if , due to health reasons , changes in the labour market or other factors , they cannot continue working at sea; believes that european funds , especially the esf , should support their smooth professional transition; ### 7. underlines the significance of continuity in professional careers and , in this context , of the creation and maintenance of jobs: recalls that fishers should be supported in continuing their career ashore if , due to health reasons , changes in the labour market or other factors , they cannot continue working at sea; believes that european funds , especially the esf , should support their smooth professional transition;


### 8. recalls that eu cohesion policy is the eu’s main investment policy for reducing economic , social and territorial disparities; calls , further , on the member states and the commission to also use emergency support instrument (esi) funds and especially the emff as a tool for involving citizens at local level in developing responses to the challenges faced by the fisheries sector; ### 8. recalls that eu cohesion policy is the eu’s investment policy tool for reducing economic , social and territorial disparities; calls , further , on the member states and the commission to also use emergency support instrument (esi) funds and especially the emff as a tool for involving citizens at local level in developing responses to the challenges faced by the fisheries sector;


### 9. encourages further development of successful local action groups (lags) , which are local public-private partnerships in charge of local development strategies in local food production , improving the use of natural resources , making the countryside more attractive by increasing services and culture , as well as creating jobs; is of the opinion that implementation of such strategies should be supported by european funds; ### 9. encourages better monitoring of local action groups (lags) , which are local public-private partnerships in charge of local development strategies in local food production , improving the use of natural resources , making the countryside more attractive by increasing services and culture , as well as creating jobs; is of the opinion that implementation of such strategies should be supported by european funds;


### 10. underlines therefore the importance of supporting new markets for the sale of fish and other sea products , and of simplification of administrative and technical requirements for the development of local markets for fresh fish; encourages further digitalisation of the sector , which should allow for better cooperation between fishermen and customers , as well as better management of the fish and other sea products caught , and the prevention of waste; highlights the value of access to training on this supported by eu funds; ### 10. underlines therefore the importance of supporting new markets for the sale of fish and other sea products , promoting sustainable fishery and of simplification of administrative and technical requirements for the development of local markets for fresh fish; encourages further digitalisation of the sector , which should allow for better cooperation between fishers and customers , as well as better management of the fish and other sea products caught , and the prevention of waste; highlights the value of access to training on this supported by eu funds;


### 10. underlines therefore the importance of supporting new markets for the sale of fish and other sea products , and of simplification of administrative and technical requirements for the development of local markets for fresh fish; encourages further digitalisation of the sector , which should allow for better cooperation between fishermen and customers , as well as better management of the fish and other sea products caught , and the prevention of waste; highlights the value of access to training on this supported by eu funds; ### 10. underlines therefore the importance of supporting new markets for the sale of fish and other sea products , and of simplification of administrative and technical requirements for the development of local markets for fresh fish; encourages further digitalisation of the sector , which should allow for better cooperation between fishers and customers , as well as better management of the fish and other sea products caught , and the prevention of waste; highlights the value of access to training on this supported by eu funds;


### 11. is highly concerned about fishermen’s health given their difficult and stressful working conditions , as well as their exposure to work-related injuries; calls , therefore , on the competent authorities to ensure safe and decent working conditions for workers in the sector; ### 11. recalls that the eu is responsible for health and safety at work; is highly concerned about fishers and all other employed in the industry physical and mental health given their difficult and stressful working conditions , as well as their exposure to work-related injuries; calls , therefore , on the competent authorities to ensure safe and quality working infrastructure and installations that meet adequate levels of hygiene , and provide safe and decent working conditions for all workers in the sector , including migrant workers;


### 11. is highly concerned about fishermen’s health given their difficult and stressful working conditions , as well as their exposure to work-related injuries; calls , therefore , on the competent authorities to ensure safe and decent working conditions for workers in the sector; ### 11. is highly concerned about fisher’s health given their difficult and stressful working conditions , as well as their exposure to work-related injuries; calls , therefore , on the competent authorities to ensure safe and decent working conditions for workers in the sector;


### 12. expresses its concern about the aging workforce in the fisheries sector , and calls for incentives to attract the younger generation; calls on member states to undertake actions to remove obstacles to starting a career in the sector , such as the high initial cost of starting a business , income instability , and uncertainty about career duration; welcomes eu-funded projects to engage with young people through specially designed programmes and by inspiring them to take up careers in the fishery sector3 ; ### 12. expresses its concern about the aging workforce in the fisheries sector , and calls for incentives to attract the younger generation; calls on member states to undertake actions to remove obstacles to starting a career in the sector , such as the high initial cost of starting a business , income instability , methods for allocating fishing opportunities , uncertainty about career duration and support the generational change; welcomes eu-funded projects to engage with young people through specially designed programmes and by inspiring them to take up careers in the fishery sector3;


### 13. considers that reintegration of former fishermen with disabilities into the labour market by guaranteeing an accessible working environment leads to social inclusion , and creates incentives for income creation in the fisheries sector and fishing communities. ### 13. considers that reintegration of former fishers and other from the industry with work-related injuries both physical and mental into the labour market by guaranteeing an accessible working environment leads to social inclusion , and creates incentives for income creation in the fisheries sector and fishing communities;


### 13. considers that reintegration of former fishermen with disabilities into the labour market by guaranteeing an accessible working environment leads to social inclusion , and creates incentives for income creation in the fisheries sector and fishing communities. ### 13. considers that reintegration of former fishers with disabilities into the labour market by guaranteeing an accessible working environment leads to social inclusion , and creates incentives for income creation in the fisheries sector and fishing communities;


### — having regard to the 2019 annual economic report on the eu fishing fleet (stecf 19-06)3 , ### — having regard to the 2020 annual economic report on the eu fishing fleet (stecf 20-06)3a ,


### l. whereas the results of the economic performance of the eu fleet generally indicate improvements in income and an annual increase in profits and average earnings for fishers , but when analysed in detail by member state , sea basin and fishing fleet , these trends are not universal and , in particular , are not reflected in trends among the eu’s small-scale coastal fleet; ### l. whereas the results of the economic performance of the eu fleet generally indicate improvements in income and an annual increase in profits and average earnings for fishers since 2013 for both the small-scale and large-scale fleet , but when analysed in detail by member state , sea basin and fishing fleet , these trends are not universal;


### 17. insists on the need to ensure that the european maritime , fisheries and aquaculture fund (emfaf) makes a significant contribution to improving the working , living and safety conditions on eu vessels , finding ways to improve those conditions without increasing fishing capacity , with particular attention paid to small-scale coastal fishing vessels; ### 17. welcomes that the new european maritime , fisheries and aquaculture fund (emfaf) will make a significant contribution to improving the working , living and safety conditions on eu vessels , to improve those conditions without increasing fishing capacity , with particular attention paid to small-scale coastal fishing vessels;


### 19. suggests that the commission look , in this context , into recasting emsa’s mission , giving it the capacity to carry out this monitoring and to regularly present information on it; ### 19. suggests that the commission look , in this context , into expanding emsa’s mission , giving it the additional capacity to carry out this monitoring and to regularly present information on it;


### 32. points out that , despite the dangers of fishing activity , there is no reason to exclude or hamper access for women to this profession , as demonstrated by the increasing number of female crew members and skippers on working fishing vessels; observes that there are fortunately a number of particularly active associations representing women employed in the fisheries sector , especially in the regional advisory councils; ### 32. points out that , despite the dangers of fishing activity , there is no reason to exclude or hamper access for women to this profession , as demonstrated by the increasing number of female crew members and skippers on working fishing vessels; observes that there are fortunately a number of particularly active associations representing women employed in the fisheries sector , especially in the advisory councils;


### 38. stresses the significant contribution of fishermen to the advancement of scientific knowledge , through both their direct involvement in the collection of fishing data and the provision of additional information regarding the state of the marine environment , species and habitats and the conservation thereof; ### 38. stresses the significant contribution of fishermen to the advancement of scientific knowledge , through both their direct involvement in the collection of fishing data and the provision of additional information regarding the state of the marine environment , species and habitats and the conservation thereof for scientific purposes;


### 41. stresses the importance of ocean literacy , which must not exclude digital literacy and digitisation of fishing activity; despite improved skills among older users , software applications are easier and more intuitive for younger generations when it comes to collecting and registering data under the new fisheries control regulation , which is currently under review , or utilising new applications and equipment to improve the safety , working conditions and wellbeing of fishermen at sea; ### 41. stresses the importance of ocean literacy , which must include digital literacy and digitisation of fishing activity; despite improved skills among older users , software applications are easier and more intuitive for younger generations when it comes to collecting and registering data under the new fisheries control regulation , which is currently under review , or utilising new applications and equipment to improve the safety , working conditions and wellbeing of fishermen at sea;


### 43. welcomes the proposals under discussion in connection with the 2021-2027 emfaf to provide assistance and support for young fishermen engaged in the first purchase of a vessel or fishing enterprise; stresses the need to attract young people to not only sea fishing activities , but also fishing enterprise management , thereby ensuring generational renewal across the entire sector; ### 43. welcomes that the new 2021-2027 emfaf will provide assistance and support for young fishermen engaged in the first purchase of a vessel or fishing enterprise; stresses the need to attract young people to not only sea fishing activities , but also fishing enterprise management , thereby ensuring generational renewal across the entire sector;


### (3) at union level , the european semester of economic policy coordination is the framework to identify national reform priorities and monitor their implementation. member states develop their own national multiannual investment strategies in support of those reform priorities. those strategies should be presented alongside the yearly national reform programmes as a way to outline and coordinate priority investment projects to be supported by national and/or union funding. they should also serve to use union funding in a coherent manner and to maximise the added value of the financial support to be received notably from the programmes supported by the union under the european regional development fund , the cohesion fund , the european social fund , the european maritime and fisheries fund and the european agricultural fund for rural development , the european investment stabilisation function and investeu , where relevant. ### (3) at union level , the european semester of economic policy coordination is the framework to identify national reform priorities and monitor their implementation. member states develop their own national multiannual investment strategies in support of those reform priorities and of the achievement of the objectives of the european green deal. those strategies should be presented alongside the yearly national reform programmes as a way to outline and coordinate priority investment projects to be supported by national and/or union funding. they should also serve to use union funding in a coherent manner and to maximise the added value of the financial support to be received notably from the programmes supported by the union under the european regional development fund , the cohesion fund , the european social fund , the european maritime and fisheries fund and the european agricultural fund for rural development , the european investment stabilisation function and investeu , where relevant.


### (10) against that background , it is necessary to strengthen the current framework for the provision of support to member states by offering direct financial support , alongside technical support. to that end , a new reform support programme ('the programme') should be established to provide effective incentives to step up the implementation of structural reforms in the member states. the programme should be comprehensive and should also benefit from the experience gained by the commission and the member states from the use of the other instruments and programmes. the programme should also continue the actions and the mode of operation of the srsp , since they have been proven very useful , and have been appreciated by member states , for strengthening the administrative capacity of national authorities in various policy domains. the programme should also include targeted support for reforms in member states whose currency is not the euro and which have taken demonstrable steps towards adopting the single currency within a given time-frame. ### (10) against that background , it is necessary to strengthen the current framework for the provision of support to member states by offering direct financial support , alongside technical support. to that end , a new reform support programme ('the programme') should be established to provide effective incentives to step up the implementation of structural reforms in the member states in line with the objectives of the european green deal and the achievement of the union-wide climate-neutrality objective. the programme should be comprehensive and should also benefit from the experience gained by the commission and the member states from the use of the other instruments and programmes. the programme should also continue the actions and the mode of operation of the srsp , since they have been proven very useful , and have been appreciated by member states , for strengthening the administrative capacity of national authorities in various policy domains. the programme should also include targeted support for reforms in member states whose currency is not the euro and which have taken demonstrable steps towards adopting the single currency within a given time-frame.


### (13) the programme's overall objective is the enhancement of cohesion , competitiveness , productivity , growth , and employment. for that purpose , it should provide financial incentives for addressing challenges of a structural nature , and should help to strengthen the administrative capacity of the member states insofar as their institutions and economic and social sectors are concerned. ### (13) the programme's overall objective is the enhancement of cohesion , competitiveness , productivity , sustainable growth , social inclusion and employment to support the just transition to a non-toxic , circular , resource-efficient and climate-neutral economy. for that purpose , it should provide financial incentives for addressing challenges of a structural nature , and should help to strengthen the administrative and institutional capacity of the member states insofar as their institutions and economic and social sectors are concerned.


### (18) reflecting the importance of tackling climate change in line with the union's commitments to implement the paris agreement and the united nations sustainable development goals , this programme will contribute to mainstream climate actions and to the achievement of an overall target of 25 % of the eu budget expenditures supporting climate objectives. relevant actions will be identified during the programme's preparation and implementation , and reassessed in the context of the relevant evaluations and review processes. ### (18) reflecting the importance of tackling climate change in line with the union's commitments to implement the paris agreement and the united nations sustainable development goals and in pursuit of the union-wide climate-neutrality objective , this programme will contribute to mainstream climate actions and to the achievement of an overall target of at least 50 % of the eu budget expenditures supporting climate objectives , and to mainstream biodiversity through an additional at least 10% of the eu budget expenditures supporting the protection and conservation of biodiversity , and to the phasing out of environmentally harmful subsidies. projects and measures that are inconsistent with the objective of limiting global warming to under 1.5°c , or with the objective of halting and reversing biodiversity loss , should not be eligible for support under the programme. relevant actions will be identified during the programme's preparation and implementation , and reassessed in the context of the relevant evaluations and review processes.


### (19) with regard to the reform delivery tool , it is necessary to identify the types of reforms that should be eligible for financial support. to ensure their contribution to the objectives of the programme , the eligible reforms should be those addressing the challenges identified in the context of the european semester of economic policy coordination , including those proposed to address the country-specific recommendations. ### (19) with regard to the reform delivery tool , it is necessary to identify the types of reforms that should be eligible for financial support. to ensure their contribution to the objectives of the programme while fully contributing to the eu-wide climate-neutrality objective , the eligible reforms should be those addressing the challenges identified in the context of the implementation of the european green deal and of the european semester of economic policy coordination , including those proposed to address the country-specific recommendations.


### (23) in order to ensure the ownership of and a focus on relevant reforms , the member states should identify the reform commitments in response to challenges identified in the context of the european semester (including those challenges identified in country specific recommendations) and propose a detailed set of measures for their implementation , which should contain appropriate milestones and targets and a timetable for implementation over a maximum period of three years. close cooperation between the commission and the member states should be sought and achieved throughout the process. ### (23) in order to ensure the ownership of and a focus on relevant reforms , the member states should identify the reform commitments in response to challenges identified in the context of the implementation of the european green deal and of the european semester (including those challenges identified in country specific recommendations) and propose a detailed set of measures for their implementation , which should contain appropriate milestones and targets and a timetable for implementation over a maximum period of three years. close cooperation between the commission and the member states should be sought and achieved throughout the process.


### (24) the commission should assess the nature and the importance of the reform commitments proposed by the member states and should determine the amount to be allocated on the basis of transparent criteria. to that effect , it should take into account the substantive elements provided by the member states and assess whether the reform commitments proposed by the member states are expected to effectively address challenges identified in the context of the european semester , whether they represent a comprehensive reform package , whether they are expected to strengthen the performance and resilience of the national economy and whether their implementation is expected to have a lasting impact in the member state where relevant by strengthening the institutional and administrative capacity of the member state concerned. in addition , the commission should assess whether the internal arrangements proposed by the member states , including the proposed milestones and targets , and the related indicators , are expected to ensure effective implementation of the reform commitments during a maximum period of three years. ### (24) the commission should assess the nature and the importance of the reform commitments proposed by the member states and should determine the amount to be allocated on the basis of transparent criteria. to that effect , it should take into account the substantive elements provided by the member states and assess whether the reform commitments proposed by the member states are expected to effectively address challenges identified in the context of the implementation of the european green deal and of the european semester , whether they represent a comprehensive reform package , whether they are expected to strengthen the performance and resilience of the national economy , whether they are consistent with the objective of limiting global warming to under 1.5°c and of halting and reversing biodiversity loss , and whether their implementation is expected to have a lasting impact in the member state where relevant by strengthening the institutional and administrative capacity of the member state concerned. in addition , the commission should assess whether the internal arrangements proposed by the member states , including the proposed milestones and targets , and the related indicators , are expected to ensure effective implementation of the reform commitments during a maximum period of three years.


### (44) an independent mid-term evaluation , looking at the achievement of the objectives of the programme , the efficiency of the use of its resources and its added value should be carried out. an independent ex-post evaluation should , in addition , deal with the long-term impact of the programme. ### (44) an independent mid-term evaluation , looking at the achievement of the objectives of the programme , the efficiency of the use of its resources and its added value should be carried out. an independent ex-post evaluation should , in addition , deal with the long-term impact of the programme and its contribution to the objectives of the european green deal , in particular the union-wide climate-neutrality objective.


### to contribute to addressing national reform challenges of a structural nature aimed at improving the performance of the national economies and at promoting resilient economic and social structures in the member states , thereby contributing to cohesion , competitiveness , productivity , growth and employment; and ### to contribute to addressing national reform challenges of a structural nature aimed at improving the performance of the national economies and at promoting the just transition to a non-toxic , circular , resource-efficient and climate-neutral economy , in particular through resilient economic and social structures in the member states , including by strengthening resilience and reducing vulnerability to climate change , thereby contributing to cohesion , competitiveness , productivity , sustainable growth , social inclusion and employment which respects all existing union labour rights; and


### policies for implementing climate action , mobility , promoting energy and resource efficiency , renewable energy sources , achieving energy diversification and ensuring energy security , and for the agricultural sector , fisheries and the sustainable development of rural areas; and ### policies for implementing climate action , zero-emission mobility , promoting energy and resource efficiency , renewable energy sources , and for the transformation of the agricultural and fisheries sectors in line with the objectives of the european green deal , and the sustainable development of rural areas; and


### pursuant to the objectives set out in point (a) of article 4 and point (a) of article 5(2) , structural reforms eligible for financing under the programme shall be those reforms aimed at addressing challenges identified in the context of the european semester of economic policy coordination. ### pursuant to the objectives set out in point (a) of article 4 and point (a) of article 5(2) , structural reforms eligible for financing under the programme shall be those reforms aimed at addressing challenges identified in the context of the implementation of the european green deal and of the european semester of economic policy coordination.


### 1. a member state wishing to receive support under the reform delivery tool shall submit a proposal for reform commitments to the commission. that proposal shall set out a detailed set of measures for the implementation of structural reforms in response to challenges identified in the european semester process and shall contain milestones , targets and a timetable for the implementation of the reforms over a maximum period of three years. ### 1. a member state wishing to receive support under the reform delivery tool shall submit a proposal for reform commitments to the commission. that proposal shall set out a detailed set of measures for the implementation of structural reforms in response to challenges identified in the implementation of the european green deal and of the european semester process and shall contain milestones , targets and a timetable for the implementation of the reforms over a maximum period of three years.


### the nature and importance of the structural reform proposed in the context of the challenges identified in european semester; ### the nature and importance of the structural reform proposed in the context of the challenges identified in the implementation of the european green deal and of the european semester;


### are expected to effectively address challenges identified in the context of the european semester , namely: ### are expected to effectively address challenges identified in the context of the implementation of the european green deal and of the european semester , namely:


### (iii). are expected to strengthen the performance and resilience of the economy of the member state concerned; ### (iii). are expected to strengthen the performance and resilience of the economy of the member state concerned , including by strengthening its resilience and reducing its vulnerability to climate change;


### structural reforms eligible for financing under the convergence facility shall be reforms that help eligible members states in their preparation to join the euro area. those reforms shall be aimed at addressing challenges identified in the context of the european semester of economic policy coordination. ### structural reforms eligible for financing under the convergence facility shall be reforms that help eligible members states in their preparation to join the euro area. those reforms shall be aimed at addressing challenges identified in the context of the implementation of the european green deal and of the european semester of economic policy coordination.


### 4. the ex post evaluation report shall consist of a global assessment of the programme and shall include information on its impact in the long-run. ### 4. the ex post evaluation report shall consist of a global assessment of the programme and shall include information on its impact in the long-run and its contribution to the objectives of the european green deal , in particular the union-wide climate-neutrality objective.


### - having regard to articles 3 and 5 of the treaty on european union (teu) , ### - having regard to articles 2 , 3 and 5 of the treaty on european union (teu) ,


### (2) the network aims at reinforcing public employment services (pes) capacity , effectiveness and efficiency through providing a platform for comparing their performance at european level , identifying good practices and establishing a mutual learning system. it also aims at giving the pes more opportunities to help develop innovative , evidence-based policies in line with relevant union policy initiatives. ### (2) the network aims at reinforcing public employment services (pes) capacity , service quality , effectiveness and efficiency through providing a platform for comparing their performance at european level , identifying good practices and establishing a mutual learning system with a view to actively supporting quality employment , decent as well as inclusive work , and areas of high job potential such as green jobs. it also aims at giving the pes more opportunities to help develop innovative , evidence-based policies in line with relevant union policy initiatives.


### (4) in order to capitalise on the results achieved so far and further foster cooperation between pes , the period of establishment of the network should be prolonged until 31 december 2027. ### (4) in order to capitalise on the results achieved so far and further foster cooperation between pes , the network should become a permanent structure.


### (5) the continuation of the network should support the implementation of the european pillar of social rights , which includes the provision of active support to employment among its principles. it should also contribute to sustainable development goal 8 of the united nations 2030 agenda for sustainable development by contributing to inclusive and sustainable economic growth , employment and decent work for all. ### (5) the continuation of the network should support the implementation of the european pillar of social rights , which includes the provision of active support to employment among its principles. it should also contribute to sustainable development goal 8 of the united nations 2030 agenda for sustainable development by contributing to inclusive and sustainable economic growth , employment and decent work for all as well as a socially just green transition.


### (6) the network should continue to organise cooperation and contacts with other labour market stakeholders to promote synergies between them , including in particular cooperation with union agencies in the area of employment , social policy , education and training , to ensure a consistent policy framework. ### (6) the network should continue to cooperate even stronger with relevant labour market stakeholders to promote synergies between them , including in particular cooperation with union agencies in the area of employment , social policy , gender , education and training , organisations representing unemployed persons or vulnerable groups , equality bodies , ngos working in the field of employment , human rights and just transition , as well as the social partners , to promote synergies and to ensure a consistent policy framework , where relevant.


### (7) union financial support for the network should be made available in accordance with the multiannual financial framework for 2021-2027. ### (7) union financial support for the network should be made available.


### a union-wide network of public employment services (pes) (‘the network’) is hereby established for the period until 31 december 2027. ### a union-wide network of public employment services (pes) (‘the network’) is hereby established. the european parliament and the council shall review the establishment of the network in light of the commission’s evaluations as referred to in article 10.


### the aim of this decision is to encourage cooperation between member states through the network in the field of employment , within the areas of pes responsibility , in order to contribute to the implementation of the union’s employment policies. this will also help implementing the european pillar of social rights and the united nations sustainable development goals , thereby supporting: ### the aim of this decision is to encourage cooperation between member states through the network in the field of employment , within the areas of pes responsibility , in order to contribute to the implementation of the union’s employment and social policies.


### contribute to modernising and strengthening pes in key areas , in line with the union’s employment policies , the european pillar of social rights , and the sustainable development goals; ### contribute to modernising and strengthening pes in key areas in view of the union’s employment policies , the european pillar of social rights , and the unsdgs as well as challenges related to technological developments , the changing world of work , green jobs , the prevention of unemployment and a better inclusion and targeted support for jobseekers;


### article 5 ### article 5


### article 7 ### article 7


### the delegation of power referred to in article 8 shall be conferred on the commission until 31 december 2027. ### the delegation of power referred to in article 8 shall be conferred on the commission.


### article 10 ### article 10


### (3) the outbreak of the covid-19 pandemic in early 2020 changed the economic outlook for the years to come in the eu and in the world. in the union , new priorities have emerged , linked with the crisis , specifically focussing on recovery and resilience. they require an urgent and coordinated response from the union in order to cope with the economic consequences for member states as well to mitigate the social and economic fallouts. the current covid-19 pandemic as well as the previous economic and financial crisis have shown that developing sound and resilient economies and financial systems built on strong economic and social structures helps member states to respond more efficiently to shocks and recover more swiftly from them. growth enhancing reforms and investments to address structural weaknesses of the economies and strengthen their resilience will therefore be essential to set the economies and societies back on a sustainable recovery path and overcome the economic , social and territorial divergences in the union. ### (3) the outbreak of the covid-19 pandemic in early 2020 changed the economic outlook for the years to come in the eu and in the world. in the union , new priorities have emerged , linked with the crisis , specifically focussing on recovery and resilience. they require an urgent and coordinated response from the union in order to cope with the economic and public health consequences for member states as well as mitigate the social and environmental fallouts. the current covid-19 pandemic as well as the previous economic and financial crisis have shown that developing sound and resilient economies and financial systems built on strong economic and social structures helps member states to respond more efficiently to shocks and recover more swiftly from them. reforms and investments that make our economies and societies more sustainable and resilient will therefore be essential to set the economies and societies back on a sustainable recovery path and overcome the economic , social and territorial divergences in the union. the union’s commitments under the paris climate agreement , the un sustainable development goals , the european pillar of social rights and the european green deal should be the guiding principles for the recovery.


### (3) the outbreak of the covid-19 pandemic in early 2020 changed the economic outlook for the years to come in the eu and in the world. in the union , new priorities have emerged , linked with the crisis , specifically focussing on recovery and resilience. they require an urgent and coordinated response from the union in order to cope with the economic consequences for member states as well to mitigate the social and economic fallouts. the current covid-19 pandemic as well as the previous economic and financial crisis have shown that developing sound and resilient economies and financial systems built on strong economic and social structures helps member states to respond more efficiently to shocks and recover more swiftly from them. growth enhancing reforms and investments to address structural weaknesses of the economies and strengthen their resilience will therefore be essential to set the economies and societies back on a sustainable recovery path and overcome the economic , social and territorial divergences in the union. ### (3) the outbreak of the covid-19 pandemic in early 2020 changed the economic and budgetary outlook for the years to come in the eu and in the world. in the union , new priorities have emerged , linked with the crisis , specifically focussing on recovery and resilience. they require an urgent and coordinated response from the union in order to cope with the economic and financial consequences for member states as well to mitigate the social and economic fallouts. the current covid-19 pandemic as well as the previous economic and financial crisis have shown that developing sound and resilient economies and financial systems built on strong economic and social structures helps member states to respond more efficiently to shocks and recover more swiftly from them. sustainable growth enhancing reforms and sustainable public and private investments to address structural weaknesses of the economies and strengthen their resilience will therefore be essential to set the economies and societies back on a sustainable recovery path , overcome the economic , social , heath and territorial divergences in the union and therefore prevent the gap from widening ever further between member states;.


### (4) at union level , the european semester of economic policy coordination is the framework to identify national reform priorities and monitor their implementation. member states develop their own national multiannual investment strategies in support of those reform priorities. those strategies are presented alongside the yearly national reform programmes as a way to outline and coordinate priorities to be supported by national and/or union funding. they should also serve to use union funding in a coherent manner and to maximise the added value of the financial support to be received notably from the programmes supported by the union under the structural and cohesion funds , and from other programmes. ### (4) at union level , the european semester of economic policy coordination is the principal framework to identify national reform priorities in the economic and social policy areas and monitor their implementation. the european parliament has stated that socially responsible reforms in the context of the european semester must be based on solidarity , integration , social justice and a fair distribution of wealth and income , thereby creating a model that ensures equality , equal opportunities and social protection , protects vulnerable groups and improves living standards for all citizens , which are key principles of the european pillar of social rights. member states develop their own national multiannual investment strategies in support of those reform priorities. those strategies are presented alongside the yearly national reform programmes as a way to outline and coordinate priorities to be supported by national and/or union funding.


### (4) at union level , the european semester of economic policy coordination is the framework to identify national reform priorities and monitor their implementation. member states develop their own national multiannual investment strategies in support of those reform priorities. those strategies are presented alongside the yearly national reform programmes as a way to outline and coordinate priorities to be supported by national and/or union funding. they should also serve to use union funding in a coherent manner and to maximise the added value of the financial support to be received notably from the programmes supported by the union under the structural and cohesion funds , and from other programmes. ### (4) at union level , the european semester of economic policy coordination is principal in the framework to identify national reform priorities in the economic and social policy areas and monitor their implementation. the european parliament has stated that socially responsible reforms in the context of the european semester must be based on solidarity , integration , social justice and a fair distribution of wealth and income , thereby creating a model that ensures equality , equal opportunities and social protection , protects vulnerable groups and improves living standards for all citizens , which are key principles of the european pillar of social rights. a particular focus should be put on gender equality , since women have been hit especially hard by economic consequences of the covid-19 crisis , as highlighted by eu agencies such as the european institute for gender equality (eige) and the joint research centre (jrc). member states develop their own national multiannual investment strategies in support of those reform priorities. those strategies are presented alongside the yearly national reform programmes as a way to outline and coordinate priorities to be supported by national and/or union funding.


### (6) member states have increasingly taken up technical support under the srsp in the past , therefore , through this regulation , a technical support instrument should be established with a view to continuing to support member states in the implementation of reforms. ### (6) member states have increasingly taken up technical support under the srsp in the past , therefore , through this regulation , a technical support instrument should be established with a view to continuing to support member states in the implementation of reforms as well to support the urgent implementation of the national recovery and resilience plans under the temporary recovery and resilience facility.


### (6) member states have increasingly taken up technical support under the srsp in the past , therefore , through this regulation , a technical support instrument should be established with a view to continuing to support member states in the implementation of reforms. ### (6) member states have increasingly taken up technical support under the srsp in the past , therefore this regulation established a reinforced technical support instrument with a view to continuing to support member states in the implementation of reforms.


### (7) reflecting the european green deal as europe’s growth strategy and the translation of the union’s commitments to implement the paris agreement and the united nations’ sustainable development goals , the technical support instrument will contribute to mainstreaming climate actions and to the achievement of an overall target of 25% of the eu budget expenditures supporting climate objectives. relevant actions should be identified during the instrument’s preparation and implementation , and reassessed in the context of the relevant evaluations and review processes. this should also tackle broader environmental and social challenges within the union , including the protection of natural capital and the support to the circular economy and be in line with the 2030 agenda for sustainable development. ### (7) reflecting the european green deal and the translation of the union’s commitments to implement the paris agreement and the united nations’ sustainable development goals , the technical support instrument will contribute to mainstreaming climate actions and to the achievement of an overall target of 40% of the eu budget expenditures supporting climate objectives and an additional 10% for maintaining biodiversity in europe. relevant actions should be identified during the instrument’s preparation and implementation , and reassessed in the context of the relevant evaluations and review processes. this should also tackle broader environmental and social challenges within the union , including the protection of natural capital and the support to the circular economy and be in line with the 2030 agenda for sustainable development.


### (7) reflecting the european green deal as europe’s growth strategy and the translation of the union’s commitments to implement the paris agreement and the united nations’ sustainable development goals , the technical support instrument will contribute to mainstreaming climate actions and to the achievement of an overall target of 25% of the eu budget expenditures supporting climate objectives. relevant actions should be identified during the instrument’s preparation and implementation , and reassessed in the context of the relevant evaluations and review processes. this should also tackle broader environmental and social challenges within the union , including the protection of natural capital and the support to the circular economy and be in line with the 2030 agenda for sustainable development. ### (7) reflecting the european green deal as europe’s growth strategy and the translation of the union’s commitments to implement the paris agreement and the united nations’ sustainable development goals , the technical support instrument will contribute to mainstreaming climate actions and to the achievement of an overall target of 30% of the eu budget expenditures supporting climate objectives and 10% of the union budget supporting biodiversity objectives. relevant actions should be identified during the instrument’s preparation and implementation , and reassessed in the context of the relevant evaluations and review processes. this should also tackle broader environmental and social challenges within the union , including the protection of natural capital and the support to the circular economy and be in line with the 2030 agenda for sustainable development.


### (7) reflecting the european green deal as europe’s growth strategy and the translation of the union’s commitments to implement the paris agreement and the united nations’ sustainable development goals , the technical support instrument will contribute to mainstreaming climate actions and to the achievement of an overall target of 25% of the eu budget expenditures supporting climate objectives. relevant actions should be identified during the instrument’s preparation and implementation , and reassessed in the context of the relevant evaluations and review processes. this should also tackle broader environmental and social challenges within the union , including the protection of natural capital and the support to the circular economy and be in line with the 2030 agenda for sustainable development. ### (7) reflecting the european green deal and the translation of the union’s commitments to implement the paris agreement and the united nations’ sustainable development goals , the technical support instrument will contribute to mainstreaming climate actions and to the achievement of an overall target of 30% of the eu budget expenditures supporting climate objectives. relevant actions should be identified during the instrument’s preparation and implementation , and reassessed in the context of the relevant evaluations and review processes. this should also tackle broader environmental , social and digitalisation challenges within the union , including the protection of natural capital and the support to the circular economy , and be in line with the 2030 agenda for sustainable development.


### (8) the general objective of the technical support instrument should be to promote the union’s economic , social and territorial cohesion by supporting member states efforts to implement reforms necessary to achieve economic and social recovery , resilience and convergence. to that effect , it should support the strengthening of the administrative capacity of the member states to implement union law , in relation to challenges faced by institutions , governance , public administration , and economic and social sectors. ### (8) the general objective of the technical support instrument should be to strengthen the administrative capacity of the member states and subnational authorities insofar as their institutions , public administration and economic and social sectors are concerned and should assist national and subnational authorities in their endeavours to design , develop and implement reforms. furthermore it should promote the union’s economic , social and territorial cohesion by supporting member states efforts to implement reforms and investments that will support a sustainable and fair economic , social and gender-equal recovery beyond the covid-19 pandemic. to that effect , it should support the strengthening of the administrative capacity of the member states to implement union law , in relation to challenges faced by institutions , governance , public administration , and economic and social sectors.


### (8) the general objective of the technical support instrument should be to promote the union’s economic , social and territorial cohesion by supporting member states efforts to implement reforms necessary to achieve economic and social recovery , resilience and convergence. to that effect , it should support the strengthening of the administrative capacity of the member states to implement union law , in relation to challenges faced by institutions , governance , public administration , and economic and social sectors. ### (8) the general objective of the technical support instrument should be to strengthen the administrative capacity of the member states and regional and local authorities insofar as their institutions , public administration and economic and social sectors are concerned and should assist national , regional and local authorities in their endeavours to design , develop and implement reforms. furthermore it should promote the union’s economic , social and territorial cohesion by supporting member states efforts to implement reforms and investments that will support a sustainable and fair economic , social and gender-equal recovery beyond the covid-19 pandemic. to that effect , it should support the strengthening of the administrative capacity of the member states to implement union law , in relation to challenges faced by institutions , governance , public administration , and economic and social sectors.


### (8) the general objective of the technical support instrument should be to promote the union’s economic , social and territorial cohesion by supporting member states efforts to implement reforms necessary to achieve economic and social recovery , resilience and convergence. to that effect , it should support the strengthening of the administrative capacity of the member states to implement union law , in relation to challenges faced by institutions , governance , public administration , and economic and social sectors. ### (8) the general objective of the technical support instrument should be to promote the union’s economic , social and territorial cohesion by supporting member states efforts to implement reforms necessary to achieve economic and social recovery , resilience and convergence. to that effect , it should support the strengthening of the institutional and administrative capacity of the member states to implement union law , in relation to challenges faced by institutions , governance , public administration , and economic and social sectors.


### (9) the specific objectives of the technical support instrument should be to assist national authorities in their endeavours to design , develop and implement reforms , including through exchange of good practices , appropriate processes and methodologies and a more effective and efficient human resources management. ### (9) the specific objectives of the technical support instrument should be to assist national authorities in their endeavours to design , develop and implement sustainable reforms , including through exchange of good practices , appropriate processes and methodologies and a more effective and efficient human resources management.


### (9) the specific objectives of the technical support instrument should be to assist national authorities in their endeavours to design , develop and implement reforms , including through exchange of good practices , appropriate processes and methodologies and a more effective and efficient human resources management. ### (9) the specific objectives of the technical support instrument should be to assist national authorities in their endeavours to design , develop and implement reforms , including through exchange of good practices , in particular by providing experts appropriate processes and methodologies and a more effective and efficient human resources management.


### (10) with a view to helping member states address reform needs in all the key economic and societal areas , technical support should continue to be provided by the commission , upon request from a member state , in a broad range of policy domains , which include areas related to public financial and asset management , institutional and administrative reform , business environment , the financial sector , markets for products , services and labour , education and training , sustainable development , public health and social welfare. specific emphasis should be given to the actions that foster the green and digital transitions. ### (10) with a view to helping member states address reform needs in all the key economic and societal areas , technical support should continue to be provided by the commission , upon request from a member state , in a broad range of policy domains , which include areas related to public financial and asset management , institutional and administrative reform , business environment , the financial sector , markets for products , services and labour , education and training , sustainable development , public health and social welfare. specific emphasis should be given to the actions that foster the green and open digital transitions.


### (13) the technical support instrument should be provided on request , in order to support the implementation of reforms undertaken at the initiative of the member states , reforms in the context of economic governance processes or actions related to the implementation of union law , and reforms in relation to the implementation of economic adjustment programmes. it should also provide technical support for the preparation and implementation of recovery plans to be undertaken under regulation (eu) no yyy/xx. ### (13) the technical support instrument should be provided on request , in order to support the implementation of reforms undertaken at the initiative of the member states , reforms in the context of economic governance processes or actions related to the implementation of union law , and reforms in relation to the implementation of economic adjustment programmes. it should also provide technical support for the preparation , implementation and , if necessary , revision of recovery plans to be undertaken under regulation (eu) no yyy/xx.


### (14) in line with the rules and practice already existing under the previous programme , the srsp , a light process for the submission of requests for technical support should be established. for this reason , requests by member states should be submitted by 31 october of a calendar year. respecting the overarching principle of equal treatment , sound financial management and transparency , appropriate criteria for the analysis of the requests submitted by member states should be laid down. those criteria should be based on the urgency , the severity and extent of the problems , as well as on the support needs identified in respect of the policy areas where technical support is envisaged. ### (14) in line with the rules and practice already existing under the previous programme , the srsp , a light process for the submission of requests for technical support should be established. for this reason , requests by member states or regional and local authorities should be submitted by 31 october of a calendar year. respecting the overarching principle of equal treatment , sound financial management and transparency , appropriate criteria for the analysis of the requests submitted by member states should be laid down. those criteria should be based on the urgency , the severity and extent of the problems , as well as on the support needs identified in respect of the policy areas where technical support is envisaged.


### (16) for the purposes of accountability , transparency and to ensure visibility of the union action , subject to certain conditions that protect sensitive information , the cooperation and support plans should be provided to the european parliament and the council and communication activities should be carried out by the commission as appropriate. ### (16) for the purposes of accountability , to guarantee the transparency and to ensure visibility of the union action , subject to certain conditions that protect sensitive information , all the cooperation and support plans should be provided to the european parliament and the council and communication activities should be carried out by the commission as appropriate. the commission will publish on its website a complete and regularly updated list of the projects supported and for each of them the amount allocated;


### (17) provisions on the implementation of the technical support instrument should be laid down , in particular the management modes , the forms of funding for the technical support measures and the content of work programmes , which should be adopted by way of implementing acts. in view of the importance of sustaining the efforts of member states in pursuing and implementing reforms , it is necessary to allow for a co-financing rate for grants of up to 100% of the eligible costs. to allow for a rapid mobilisation of technical support in case of urgency , provision should be made for the adoption of special measures for a limited period of time. to that effect , a limited amount of the budget within the work programme of the technical support instrument should be set aside for special measures. ### (17) provisions on the implementation of the technical support instrument should be laid down , in particular the management modes , the forms of funding for the technical support measures and the content of work programmes , which should be adopted by way of delegated acts. in view of the importance of sustaining the efforts of member states or regional and local authorities in pursuing and implementing reforms , it is necessary to allow fora co-financing rate for grants of up to 100% of the eligible costs. to allow for a rapid mobilisation of technical support in case of urgency , provision should be made for the adoption of special measures for a limited period of time. to that effect , a limited amount of the budget within the work programme of the technical support instrument should be set aside for special measures.


### (21) the work programmes for the implementation of technical support should be established. in order to ensure uniform conditions for the implementation of this regulation , implementing powers should be conferred on the commission. horizontal financial rules adopted by the european parliament and the council on the basis of article 322 of the treaty apply to this regulation. these rules are laid down in regulation (eu , euratom) 2018/1046 of the european parliament and of the council (the financial regulation)17 and determine in particular the procedure for establishing and implementing the budget through grants , procurement , prizes , indirect implementation , and provide for checks on the responsibility of financial actors. rules adopted on the basis of article 322 tfeu also concern the protection of the union's budget in case of generalised deficiencies as regards the rule of law in the member states , as the respect for the rule of law is an essential precondition for sound financial management and effective eu funding. ### (21) the work programmes for the implementation of technical support should be established. in order to ensure uniform conditions for the implementation of this regulation , implementing powers should be conferred on the commission. horizontal financial rules adopted by the european parliament and the council on the basis of article 322 of the treaty apply to this regulation. these rules are laid down in regulation (eu , euratom) 2018/1046 of the european parliament and of the council (the financial regulation)17 and determine in particular the procedure for establishing and implementing the budget through grants , procurement , prizes , indirect implementation , and provide for checks on the responsibility of financial actors. rules adopted on the basis of article 322 tfeu also concern the protection of the union's budget in case of generalised deficiencies as regards the rule of law in the member states in accordance with regulation (eu) yyy/xx of the european parliament and of the council [on the protection of the union's budget in case of generalised deficiencies as regards the rule of law in the member states] , as the respect for the rule of law is an essential precondition for sound financial management and effective eu funding.


### (21) the work programmes for the implementation of technical support should be established. in order to ensure uniform conditions for the implementation of this regulation , implementing powers should be conferred on the commission. horizontal financial rules adopted by the european parliament and the council on the basis of article 322 of the treaty apply to this regulation. these rules are laid down in regulation (eu , euratom) 2018/1046 of the european parliament and of the council (the financial regulation)17 and determine in particular the procedure for establishing and implementing the budget through grants , procurement , prizes , indirect implementation , and provide for checks on the responsibility of financial actors. rules adopted on the basis of article 322 tfeu also concern the protection of the union's budget in case of generalised deficiencies as regards the rule of law in the member states , as the respect for the rule of law is an essential precondition for sound financial management and effective eu funding. ### (21) the work programmes for the implementation of technical support should be established. in order to ensure uniform conditions for the implementation of this regulation , implementing powers should be conferred on the commission. horizontal financial rules adopted by the european parliament and the council on the basis of article 322 of the treaty apply to this regulation. these rules are laid down in regulation (eu , euratom) 2018/1046 of the european parliament and of the council (the financial regulation)17 and determine in particular the procedure for establishing and implementing the budget through grants , procurement , prizes , indirect implementation , and provide for checks on the responsibility of financial actors. rules adopted on the basis of article 322 tfeu also concern the protection of the union's budget in case of generalised deficiencies as regards the rule of law in the member states in accordance with regulation (eu) yyy/xx of the european parliament and of the council [rule of law mechanism in the mff] , as the respect for the rule of law is an essential precondition for sound financial management and effective eu funding.


### (1) technical support’ means measures that help member states to carry out institutional , administrative and growth-sustaining and resilience-enhancing reforms; ### (1) ‘technical support’ means measures that help member states or subnational administrative units to carry out institutional and/or administrative reforms that improve sustainability and resilience;


### (1) technical support’ means measures that help member states to carry out institutional , administrative and growth-sustaining and resilience-enhancing reforms; ### (1) technical support’ means measures that help member states or regional and local administrative units to carry out institutional and administrative reforms that improve sustainability and resilience;


### (1) technical support’ means measures that help member states to carry out institutional , administrative and growth-sustaining and resilience-enhancing reforms; ### (1) technical support’ means measures that help member states to carry out institutional , administrative , structural and growth-sustaining and resilience-enhancing reforms;


### the general objective of the instrument shall be to promote the union’s economic , social and territorial cohesion by supporting member states efforts to implement reforms necessary to achieve economic and social recovery , resilience and upward economic and social convergence , and to support member states’ efforts to strengthen their administrative capacity to implement union law in relation to challenges faced by institutions , governance , public administration , and economic and social sectors. ### the general objective of the instrument shall be:


### the general objective of the instrument shall be to promote the union’s economic , social and territorial cohesion by supporting member states efforts to implement reforms necessary to achieve economic and social recovery , resilience and upward economic and social convergence , and to support member states’ efforts to strengthen their administrative capacity to implement union law in relation to challenges faced by institutions , governance , public administration , and economic and social sectors. ### deleted