Find all the latest news about our concerns, our voices, our actions and our reactions concerning social and political life, the economy and the well-being of the European public service.
Find out more about the European Commission’s new social media guidelines and their implications for freedom of expression.
Certification; JSIS rules and the value of giving the power of attorney; The Picard case – What does it mean for GSC staff?
Discover the Upcoming Changes in Missions and Authorized Travel Guidelines: Prioritizing Savings, Sustainability, and Staff Well-being
We are extremely concerned of the present alarming and scandalous situation regarding the losses of your Provident Fund contributions
Plans for the gradual reduction of CA (Contract Agent) posts in the European Union Agency for Asylum (EUAA) over the next few years that has sparked concern among staff and unions alike
Important aspects regarding recent EPSO competitions, particularly about the complaints we continue receiving from the candidates for all the ongoing competitions.
USB-Eurocontrol calls on the driving forces of our trade union at EUROCONTROL to strengthen our delegation.
What would be the greatest gift for EPO while celebrating the 50th anniversary of the European Patent Convention ?
New Rules for Working Time, Telework and Leave, Lost promotion possibilities, Violation of the Codified Protocol, etc.
EPO staff urge the Administrative Council to put an end to the breaches of the right to freedom of association and freedom of communication at EPO
Why our representatives in Eurocontrol needed to issue a pre-warning of industrial actions
Our Union Syndicale family has just lost one of its leading figures
The USB-Agency section have been actively involved in assisting our members from various agencies, and the numbers reflect the impact of our efforts
Our US Flash June 2023 covers: Lost promotion possibilities, Flexitime , A new internal competition for AST1 and AST2 will be published soon, USF Congress – the four-day week, and low salaries and The value of our publications
Union Syndicale calls on management to open negotiations immediately
For the second time in its history, the ‘Method’ for updating our salaries and pensions, has triggered an intermediate update this year.
The Congress is over, but its resolutions will continue to shape the agenda and priorities of our unions.
We examined the judgment ‘Picard’. Many of you ask us whether this judgment will apply to their case. Let’s try to explain it all.
USF 2023 Congress claim – Implementation of the “European Framework Agreement of European social dialogue committee for central government administrations (SDC-CGA) on Digitalisation”
The medical costs of employees working for the EU Institutions and related bodies, (successively referred to as ‘employees’) are reimbursed through various schemes and methods.
Protection of decent work and protection of the environment should not be played off against each other. Climate and environmental justice cannot be achieved without social justice.
In this issue, we cover the following topics: The need for far-reaching reform of our assessment system. Problems linked to EPSO, social dialogue at SGC, when does a child finish school? recruitment policy and work overload.
Union Syndicale is promoting carers and careers as a topic as it concerns a section of our staff that is often neglected.
Cancelling of competition AST/154/22: Once again, EPSO is overwhelmed by its own inadvertence at the expenses od candidates !
Inflation and purchasing power have always been among our main concerns. That’s why we’d like to share with you this program from ARTE. tv.
As defined by the International Labour Organisation – ILO, social dialogue includes all types of negotiation, consultation or simply an exchange of information between representatives of [public authorities], employers and workers.
The negotiations between the staff representatives and the Administration on the new Decision against sexual and psychological harassment have started
Recently, some PMO colleagues have anonymously called for help with regard to the difficult situations they are experiencing and which add up over time.
Whether you are an official or a member of the temporary or contract staff, you are covered 24 hours a day, wherever you are throughout the world.
The recent scandal shakes the European Union and its management. It impacts the trust of all European citizens in those who are supposed to represent them and embody the values of democracy on our continent.
Union Syndicale will continue to defend the method, which guarantees stable industrial relations in the European Public Service.
“Together for Luxembourg”, the list of USF Luxembourg for the Local Staff Comittee elections from 23/11 to 6/12/2022
Individuals staff members and the local staff committee have contacted USF in order to complain and raise concerns with regards to human ressources management and ethic issues at EUAA Agency (Malta).
The situation of interpreters is symptomatic of the poor state of occupational safety and health, while individuals are supposedly at the centre of the DG HR strategy.
Stop the cost of living crisis: increase pay and limit profits! This crisis is due to excess profits!
Agreement between the Commission and the Italian Authorities on access to National Health Insurance Scheme
The outsourcing of the Wilson day nursery in circumstances that are unacceptable and disrespectful for both staff and parents.
Some dysfunctions at EUAA have been reported by employees and it seems that they are incompatible with the principles of each institution and public entity.
USF-Luxembourg is under the impression that the Luxembourg motion is wishful thinking. Why would Luxembourg solve the ‘foreigners’ situation while they cannot solve their on nationals ones?
During this meeting, various topics were discussed, including the new budget and human resources strategy.
It has been now more than one month that many Belarus trade union colleagues have been held prisonners. The government threatens the independence of trade unions
The ETF continues to make it clear that the European ATM community will not stand for a forced or unfair implementation of lesser working conditions.
Our British colleagues have been informed, albeit informally, that competitions will be open only to nationals of Member States
We want to offer a means for EU staff to join together and show our collective solidarity with the people of Ukraine.
Few agents are daring to address issues of salary adjustment, teleworking or even their own protection in the exercise of their function
Historical Judgments of the Administrative Tribunal of the International Labour Organisation (ILOAT) on the fundamental right to strike breached by the European Patent Office (EPO)
The case concerned the Commission’s unprecedented refusal to bring forward a social partner agreement to the Council for decision based on the interpretation of Article 155.2 TFEU.
After joining European institutions, is transferring your pension rights acquired previously into the EU pension scheme a good idea or not ?
Prioritise quality public services, with sufficient staff and skilled workers, for a future for all.
Eurostat has recently launched a Staff Housing Survey in all workplaces where EU Staff are employed.
As a member of PSI, Union Syndicale Fédérale expresses its support for the workers’ movement
The COVID-19 pandemic one year on: the need to revalue our public services has to be tackled. Discover EPSU article here!
In March 2020, the Executive Committee of the US-IUE Florence decided to make a donation to two associations that were particularly involved in the fight against Covid-19
Read here the USF letter to OEACP to denounce the unfair management of ACP secretariat employees for 2021.
EPO staff is still denied a fair career progression and a fair and transparent reporting system, they go on strike on 15/12 !
Discover here the first-ever European Commission strategy concerning LGBTIQ+ equality running from 2020 until 2025.
Accession of the EU to the European Convention on Human Rights is a good news : this convention protects the rights of millions of european citizens.
Trade unions are launching a campaign for an EU law to tackle work-related stress amid a mental health crisis worsened by the lockdown.
What are the lessons from the COVID-19 crisis and what are its implications on gender equality in European institutions? Read our article to know more!
Union Syndicale mourns the passing of Jean-Pierre Tytgat and Roger Vancampenhout, two pillars of the Union are leaving us.
After years of uncertainty and a social dialogue badly damaged, a settlement agreement concerning Laurent Prunier has been reached at EPO.
An avalanche of victories for Union Syndicale and its representatives!
Union Syndicale reminds the Commission that all trade unions wish to be informed about the social dialogue on MFF.
ETF has decided to stop all activities related to DG MOVE in the air traffic management field (ATM) for the next three months.
In the collective consciousness, children labour has ceased to apply in Europe: yet children’s rights are not respected everywhere.
Sunday May the 17th 2020 is the International Day Against Homophobia and Transphobia, better known as IDAHOT.
The big question, in 2020, is, without a doubt, will the coronavirus crisis attack our pay ? Discover here all about the Method.
Harassment in the workplace has always been present and the European institutions and international organisations are no exception.
USF welcomes USB action in supporting CHU Saint-Pierre to enable them to obtain the respirators, protective equipment that are still lacking.
Thousands of people fleeing from war and persecution have been heading to the Greek border, hoping to find a safe haven in Europe.
The Joint Sickness Insurance Scheme (JSIS) and the COVID-19 virus make it urgent for the European Institutions to act and to increase its cover.
Women’s day: for SACE, it’s a good awareness-raising day to help us think about our own attitudes and behaviour.
L’Union Syndicale est ravie de vous informer de la construction d’une école temporaire pour 1 500 élèves des Ecoles Européennes.
The Union Syndicale had a meeting with Commissioner Johannes Hahn on 22 January to make an initial contact.
Progress for Executive Agencies: with the directors, the Trade Unions representatives have signed a Memorandum of Understanding.
The British MEP’s, hand in hand with those of other nationalities, sing together : It’s only goodbye. The image is strong : sadness and hope.
The Method, the historical struggle of Union Syndicale, is today still bearing its fruits.
4 staff committee elections: 4 victories for Union Syndicale. These victories are the results of local work, constant human investment and USF synergies.
It has been almost a year since the NWOW pilot project was launched despite the skepticism expressed by the majority of colleagues.
If you have heard of, If you have witnessed a situation of harassment, contact us ! IPSO is taking a lot of actions against harassment.
The European Court of Auditors’ Report analyses the Commission’s implementation of the 2014 Staff Regulations reform and related measures.
The 5th Ver.di congress (held in Leipzig) was opened on the 22nd September 2019 by the Federal President Walter Steinmeier.
One of the main problems facing Europol this September 2019 is the issue of imposed CA cuts by the Commission, causing tensions over jobs.
Secretary General of the ACP Secretariat, Dr Patrick Gomes, joined staff members for the launch of the EU week of health, #BeActive
PSI offers its support to students and activists who are calling for two Fridays of global climate mobilisation.
The International Labour Conference has adopted a new Convention and Recommendation to combat violence and harassment in the workplace.
The Commission is invited to bring CAMR into line with the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities.
Discover the priorities for USF under the form of a resolution on digital transformation in the world of work.
Mr Attila Vajnai, President of the Council of Presidents of the European Left Party was the guest of the 15th Congress of USF.
The USF Congress adopted a resolution concerning the contractual insecurity in the European Public Service.
USF adopted on 2 June 2019 an emergency resolution on the situation of EPO staff and the unfair treatment of SUEPO trade unionists.
The Congress adopted a resolution on EU Agencies, considering the urgent need for the improvement of working conditions for the staff.
Discover here the political resolution adopted during the 15th USF Congress which took place in Bratislava, in 2019.
USF invites the Council of Europe to take the resolution to enabling IO’s to comply with the European Social Charter into account.
USF’s 2015-2019 activity report was presented at the first session of the Bratislava Congress on Thursday, May 30, 2019
Public Service Unions (EPSU) has taken the European Commission to court seeking to enforce social dialogue.
The new campaign for IDAHOT 2019 claims equality and dignity for all, condemning discrimination againt LGBTI people.
On this May 1st, we call on the International Labour Organization (ILO) to stay true to its values, in order to refind its purpose.
USF warns Mr Campinos’ (EPO director) about the negative perception of the abusive disciplinary cases against staff or union representatives.
The march for “a fairer Europe for workers” wil take place on friday 26th of april, at 10h30, place du Luxembourg in Brussels.
USF informs you about a wide range of subjects concerning Brexit under the form of facts sheets (travelling, rights of EU citizens, etc.).
USF follows the worrying developments at the Council of Europe and gives its support to all its staff, sending an open letter.
The EPO has been the subject of an internal investigation, the disturbing results of which have prompted USF to react.
Pension rights transfer ‘gone down the drain’ paid back after retirement
European School – There is a serious problem of overcrowding in the Brussels schools. An additional facility was needed, but…
Discover here the Brexit open letter to the 3 Presidents (Commission, Council and European Parliament) concerning the future of the UK staff.
Discover here the interview of Felix Geradon concerning the article 49 of the Service Regulations, about the British nationality.
Despite the existing regulation, fight against harassment, the invisible problem everyone talks about is one of USF’s top priorities.
On 1 September 2016, the Civil Service Tribunal ceased to exist. Union Syndicale had already spoken out against this abolition at its congress in Dubrovnik. Our appeals and those of our member organisation EPSU-CJ were unable to prevent this abolition.
In an open letter addressed to all the HR DGs of the European institutions, USF calls for inter-institutional consultation on the Joint Sickness insurance Insurance Scheme (JSIS)
Europe needs a pay rise and CETA reaches end of EP road: discover here the latest EPSU newsletter, a special edition!
Discover here Richard Yung’s oral question to the French Minister of Economy and Finance on the social deterioration at the EPO.
Dismissal of European Patent Office (EPO) union officials ! Discover here how Battistelli’s arbitrary dismissal and SUEPO counter-action.
The president of the European Patent Office has embarked on yet another effort to undermine his organization’s staff union.
The Brexit has shaken Brussels’ British community. Requests to obtain Belgian nationality have multiplied.
Discover in our article the latest edition of Compass: The voice of EU Delegations, a newsletter made delegations staff !
The court rejects the appeal of an agent of EULEX Kosovo, which is the Jenkinson case, an irish employee who served in the Balkans.
My first aim, says USB President Niels Bracke, is the defense of the staff, to bring together all the various institutions and staff members.
Discover here the recent EPSU Solidarity letter to all of the European Patent Office (EPO) staff concerning the different abuses.
Discover here in our article the latest EPSU newsletter about an update on CETA (from December 2016) and request for action.
Over 450 European and Canadian civil society groups urge legislators to reject CETA. Discover the press release here.
Discover in our article the EPSU letter about the European Patent Office (EPO) dismissal of trade unionists in Munich.
Read here the latest ITUC report on TiSA : Trade in Services Agreement is Bad News for Workers and Communities.
The undersigned civil society organisations from Canada and Europe, express their concerns about the CETA between the EU and Canada
The appointment of someone close to Peter Praet to head the Brussels office has been cancelled by the ECB following a complaint from staff. The European Parliament will debate the matter.
Exclusive : ECB annuls Brussels appointment after complaints of favouritism, read all about the subject in this article.
Discover here the article from Le Monde concerning EPO President abuses : “European Patent Office (EPO) : leadership crisis”.
Discover here our article from Cordery (Français hors de France) who wrote a piece concerning EPO and why Battistelli needs to leave.
Discover in our article a complete press review (english, french, spanish, portuguese) about the famous Barroso case.
EPSU update on the Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA), (TTIP), the Trade in Services Agreement (TiSA).
Read the press statement “Time to stop the talks : TiSA negotiations must be brought to a halt” in our article.
The reform and strengthening of the ILOAT are not just a matter of policy but a promise to uphold the rights and dignity of the international civil service
High level politicians and corporate leaders across Europe have been named in yet another series of tax related leaks, this time from the Bahamas; an infamous tax haven.
Now that the Brexit referendum is over, what will happen to staff ? Discover in our article all you need to know if you are EPS member.
Read in detail the results of salaries and pensions 2016 update, which is due to the present method, won by US.
At the European Patent Office (EPO), there is a clear abuse of power, a French boss sows the seeds of anti-union culture.
Harassment: the ‘invisible’ problem everyone talks about. Discover in our article how harassment can be recognised and how to face it.
The probationary career of British civil servants: in the uncertainty about their fate in the event “Brexit”, many fear losing their jobs.
The British people have decided to leave the European Union. We sincerely regret that decision.
Will the British be kicked out of the European institutions?This will be one of the (many) points to to be decided during negotiations.
The British occupy many key positions in the European institutions, where their influence is indeed important.
USF’s declaration to the COCORE (Cooperation for Commuter Research) of the 8.03.2016 as part of Joint Research Center.
USF is very disappointed by FFPE’s support for the EPO (European Patent Office) Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), signed on the 2nd March 2016 in Brussels
Brexit, perfume of anxiety among Britons from Belgium: the British referendum on keeping the United Kingdom in the EU will be held on 23 June.
EPSU calls for the rejection of CETA because it’s a bad deal for citizens and other concerns related to protection of public service
Union Syndicale Fédérale would therefore make the following proposals, which would be equally advantageous for all Agencies, their staff, and of course for the Commission.
Union Syndicale Fédérale (USF) regretted that the Syndicale Union European Patent Office (SUEPO) branch of Munich disaffiliated from USF in 2011. We think the time has come to reconsider this decision
The President of Parliament, – after several interventions in plenary against sending back the report to INTA – , decided not to oppose the number of amendments and the report will go to the vote on Wednesday.
Up to now just over half of all concluded ISDS cases have ended in an outright loss for the government or a settlement with foreign investor.
USF urgently calls upon all EPO organs to annul the decisions taken against trade union representatives.
In order to guarantee the effective protection of labour rights, the ETUC insists that all EU trade and investment agreements must include enforceable labour protections.
This ruling invalidates the promotion procedure in force at the EEAS for lack of objectivity and transparency.
We would like to draw your attention to the serious problems of staff management that our members encounter on a daily basis.
Union Syndicale represents staff from CSDP missions, like EULEX Kosovo, and we have now a significant number of contracted staff.
The Joint Insurance Sickness Scheme (JSIS) acts in order to preserve solidarity and offers a real coverage for EPS staff.