Quality Jobs Require Simpler EU Rules - Svenskt Näringsliv

The European Commission’s second-phase consultation of the EU-level social partners on a possible Quality Jobs Act closed on 28 September. The Confederation of Swedish Enterprise emphasises the importance of focusing on simplification, competitiveness and respect for national labour market models and the autonomy of the social partners, writes Elin Lilliehöök, Policy advisor. The EU already has an extensive framework of rules covering working conditions and workers’ rights. The main challenge is not a lack of regulation, but ensuring that existing rules are clear, workable, properly implemented and effectively enforced.