New complaint concerning Spain
The complaint was registered on 6 of May 2025. It relates to Articles 15 (the right of persons with disabilities to independence, social integration and participation in the life of the community), 16 (the right of the family to social, legal and economic protection), 23 (the right of elderly...
Governmental Committee marks 150th Plenary meeting with strategic milestones for social rights protection
The Governmental Committee of the European Social Charter is holding its 150th session this week in Strasbourg, marking a significant moment in its longstanding role in advancing social rights across Europe. The Committee will formally adopt a handbook outlining its reformed working methods, a...
Moot Court Competition on the European Social Charter-Fourth edition
During the academic year 2024-2025, hosted by its French section, the Academic Network on the European Social Charter and Social Rights (ANESC) is organising the fourth edition of a “Moot Court” related to the European Social Charter. This bilingual (French-English) competition is based on a...
Joint meeting of the bureau of ECSR and the Bureau of the Governmental Committee
A joint meeting of the bureau of European Committee of Social Rights (ECSR) and the Bureau of the Governmental Committee (GC) took place today, in Strasbourg. Discussions focused on preparations for the 2026 Conclusions, as well as broader engagement with the European Social Charter system. The...
Call for Contributions to 2026 High-Level Conference – Chisinau, Republic of Moldova
In the context of the Moldovan Presidency of the Committee of Ministers of the Council of Europe, a High-Level Conference on the European Social Charter will be held in Chişinău on 18–19 March 2026. The event will gather Ministers responsible for social rights and other key stakeholders from...
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