Today, during a treaty event at the High-Level Conference on the European Social Charter in Vilnius, member states had the opportunity to confirm their commitment to the European Social Charter.
Iceland deposited an instrument of ratification for the Revised European Social Charter, taking a significant step in strengthening its commitment to social rights. In addition, Iceland has accepted six additional articles of the Charter, further enhancing its resolve to uphold and promote social and economic rights within the country.
Andorra submitted a Declaration (Note Verbale) accepting additional articles of the Revised European Social Charter. This step reflects Andorra's ongoing commitment to expanding and deepening its adherence to the Charter’s principles.
Ireland submitted a declaration (note verbale) accepting additional articles of the Revised European Social Charter, like Article 8, paragraph 1, Article 21, paragraph a and b, Article 27, paragraph1, sub-paragraph c, and article 31.
Two other member states – Armenia and the Republic of Moldova - have confirmed a firm intention to accept further commitments under the Charter or the collective complaints procedure indicating that a process was engaged at the domestic level to this effect.
This event underscores the ongoing efforts by member states to strengthen their social rights frameworks and align more closely with the Revised European Social Charter, promoting a cohesive approach to social and economic rights across Europe.
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