COVID-19: Fishing industry welcomes EU support to overcome the socio-economic turmoil

Social partners welcome positive steps towards much-needed support to fishermen during the COVID-19 pandemic.

We call upon the Member States to fully implement these extraordinary measures to compensate and relieve operators and workers.

The Common Fisheries Policy requires a stronger social dimension

Social partners in fisheries – ETF and Europeche – issued a new resolution, calling for an introduction of social objectives in the CFP.

COVID-19: As issues persist in European transport, ETF calls for swift action

While some action has been taken by the European Commission to address the issues related to COVID-19, much more is required to ensure the safety and wellbeing of transport workers. ETF responds to this situation with a letter to Commissioner Vălean.

COVID-19: Take action to prevent collision!

ETF Air Traffic Management Committee released a new statement, detailing measures to be taken to ensure the provision of ATM services now and in the future.

COVID-19: Repatriation of fishermen is still a problem

A solution needs to be found for fishermen stranded abroad and travelling fishermen. ETF and Europeche addressed a letter to the European Commission, calling for new measures.

COVID-19: Recommendations for urgent measures in inland waterways transport

The socio-economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on inland waterways transport (IWT) is vast and continues to grow. ETF issued recommendations, calling on the European Commission, competent national authorities, local bodies and authorities, and employers to take action.

COVID-19: Transport workers have a right to protective equipment!

ETF prepared an overview of EU legislation that protects workers’ right to protective equipment in the workplace.