In its own initiative report on the European Pillar of Social Rights adopted on Thursday 19 January, the European Parliament called for practical tools rather than fine sounding words. As an example, it is calling for legislation on decent working conditions and a ban on zero contract hours.
The European Commission has made a commitment to present the “European Pillar of Social Rights” in March 2017. This is expected to define some of the essential principles guaranteeing the effective...