The EU Council updates the list of persons and entities sanctioned for their actions against Ukraine. The measures include asset freezing and prohibition of entry into the EU.
European companies and financial entities with commercial links to Russia or Ukraine
The maximum amounts financed by SEPE per hour of training in alternating work contracts are updated. It affects companies that use this contractual modality to train young workers.
Companies with alternating work contracts, training centers and SEPE
The European Commission proposes a common framework for digital platforms to verify user age safely and uniformly across the EU. It seeks to protect minors online without compromising adult privacy.
Digital platforms, social networks, online services with age-restricted content
The European Commission publishes a guide for companies and organisations to better manage risks associated with their suppliers. It seeks to strengthen the resilience of European supply chains.
Companies, SMEs and public bodies with supply chains or critical suppliers
The EU strengthens the rights of travelers who purchase package tours, simplifying regulations and improving refund guarantees and protection against operator insolvency.
Travel agencies, tour operators, online travel platforms and consumers of package tours
The SEPE will regulate the direct granting of aid for employment and vocational training during 2026. These subsidies will benefit entities and companies that promote labor insertion and professional qualification.
Entities, trade unions, business associations and non-profit organizations in the labor field
The EU creates and modifies import quotas with reduced tariffs for Mercosur products (Argentina, Brazil, Paraguay and Uruguay) following the interim trade agreement. It mainly affects European agricultural and livestock ...
European importers, agricultural and livestock sector, food industry
Technical errors in the European regulation expanding EU economic sanctions against Russia are corrected. It affects companies that trade with Russia or have linked assets.
Companies and individuals with commercial, financial or contractual links to Russia
The EU updates cosmetics rules by restricting or prohibiting 12 ingredients such as aluminium, zinc salts and various hair dyes due to health risks.
Manufacturers, distributors and importers of cosmetic products in the EU
The European Commission updates the restriction zones for African swine fever in several EU countries. These measures affect the movement and trade of pigs and pork products.
Pig farmers, slaughterhouses, meat operators and animal transporters in affected zones