The strategy builds on what has been achieved and the lessons learned. The first priority must be to hasten the exit from the crisis, but the strategy must also provide the building blocks for growth that will be sustainable in the future.

Europe is recognised the world over for its high quality of life, underpinned by a unique social model. The strategy should ensure that these benefits are sustained and even further enhanced, while employment, productivity and social cohesion are optimised.

Key Press Releases

• 08/02/12 - EU at risk on missing targets on early school leaving and graduate education

• 07/02/12 - Enterprises must boost innovation as global competition becomes stronger

• 02/02/12 - An improved treaty but more needed on growth

• 30/01/12 - Statement of the members of the European Council on growth and jobs

• 10/01/12 - Employment and Social Situation Quarterly Review: December 2011 - EU employment down and rising social concerns across Europe

• 20/12/11 - EU calls for immediate action to drive down youth unemployment

• 20/12/11 - Youth Opportunities Initiative – Frequently Asked Questions

• 20/12/11 - Modernising European public procurement to support growth and employment

• 15/12/11 - New analysis shows employment and social policies key to Europe’s job-rich recovery

• 15/12/11 - First annual review of Employment and Social Developments in Europe

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Contact

• European Commission

  Spokeswoman of the Commission
  Pia AHRENKILDE HANSEN
  Tel: +32 (0)2 295 30 70
  GSM: +32 (0) 498 95 30 70
  Fax: +32 (0)2 296 42 84
  pia.ahrenkilde-hansen@ec.europa.eu

  Coordinating spokesperson for Economic & Financial Policies and Knowledge Society
  Olivier BAILLY
  Tel: +32 (0)2 296 87 17
  GSM: +32 (0) 498 96 87 17
  Fax: +32 (0)2 296 06 25
  olivier.bailly@ec.europa.eu