Brussels, 04/07/2006 (Agence Europe) - After seeing the Finnish Presidency's programme, presented by Prime Minister Matti Vanhanen on 30 June (see EUROPE 9223), the President of the Platform of European Social NGOs (Social Platform) Anne-Sophie Parent felt that this “Nordic presidency can be crucial in helping the EU to balance the 'growth and jobs' strategy putting a strong emphasis on social protection and social inclusion”. Ms Parent is convinced that competitiveness at all costs will...