Access to social welfare for the self-employed – analysis, limitations and scope for improvement

In this opinion, the EESC highlights the need for adequate social protection for the self-employed, in line with international and European standards. It calls for further reforms to create inclusive social security systems for workers and the self-employed, especially in the context of platform work. The Committee also supports continued monitoring of the 2019 Council Recommendation on access to social protection within the European Semester and the sharing of best practices among Member States, aiming to ensure that the self-employed receive protection equal to that of workers while respecting national and EU competences in this field.

Practical information

• Composition of the study group & calendar
• Administrator in charge: Bartek Bednarowicz  / Assistant: Maria Månsson