The Myths and Realities of EU Labour Mobility

Summary:

The freedom to work in another EU member state is one of the most tangible aspects of European integration for EU citizens. Labour mobility is seen as complementary to both economic and wider political objectives of European integration and according to Commission President Juncker the free movement of workers is a key pillar of the European Union, which should be promoted in order to address labour shortages and skill mismatches. The concerns and challenges of labour movement keep being discussed.