Press release- Progress in the fight against poverty lies buried in the revised EU Social Package

Sep 11, 2026

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This document is a press release titled "Progress in the fight against poverty lies buried in the revised EU Social Package." It addresses the concerns that progress in combating poverty and social exclusion may be hindered by the proposals within the revised EU Social Package presented in July. The press release highlights that the proposals, while aiming to address poverty, have raised questions regarding the political commitment to tackling these crucial issues. The European Anti Poverty Network (EAPN) has sent a letter to President Barroso and Commissioner for Employment and Social affairs, Mr. Spidla, expressing these concerns and outlining the potential progress EAPN believes should be prioritized. These priorities include strengthening the EU Inclusion Strategy (Social Open Method of Coordination), setting European targets for poverty reduction, and producing Commission recommendations on the adequacy of minimum income schemes, access to services, and employment for vulnerable groups. The document suggests that the EU Social Package, as presented, may not fully address the complexities of poverty and social exclusion adequately.

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Press release: Progress in the fight against poverty lies buried in the revised EU Social Package

For EAPN the potential progress includes the commitments to:

FAQs

What is the main concern addressed in the press release?

The main concern is that progress in the fight against poverty and social exclusion may be buried within the revised EU Social Package, raising questions about the political commitment to these issues.

Who sent a letter regarding these concerns and to whom?

The European Anti Poverty Network (EAPN) sent a letter to President Barroso and the Commissioner for Employment and Social affairs, Mr. Spidla.

What are the key commitments EAPN believes are important for progress?

EAPN believes progress includes strengthening the EU Inclusion Strategy, setting European targets for poverty reduction, and producing Commission recommendations on minimum income schemes, access to services, and employment.

Sep 11, 2026

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