Social dialogue at the European level includes discussions, consultations, and collaborative actions involving employer and worker organizations. These processes are crucial for a healthy economy at the sectoral, national, and European levels. The European Social Dialogue Committee for Construction (SSDC) was established in 1999 by FIEC and EFBWW.
In 2004, EBC sought recognition as a full sectoral social partner, aiming to represent SMEs and craftsmen more effectively. Since 2007, EBC has been included in the SSDC employers’ delegation and continues to advocate for an inclusive social dialogue that reflects evolving working conditions. EBC remains committed to becoming a full social partner in the SSDC for construction to better represent SMEs and craftsmen across Europe
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On 16 April 2025, the EBC Secretary General attended the kick-off exchange between the European Commission and European social partners, launching the consultation process for the forthcoming Quality Jobs Roadmap.
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On 1 and 2 April 2025, EBC represented SMEunited at the 5th Forum on the Posting of Workers organised by the European Labour Authority (ELA) in Bratislava, Slovakia.
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EBC is now an official EU sectoral social partner, securing stronger representation for small construction companies in European social dialogue and policy-making.
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In March, EBC participated in key EU events on skills development and vocational training, including meetings on the Union of Skills, the Pact for Skills in Construction, and the Construction...
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The INSIDE-CoVE project launched on March 11-12 in Thessaloniki, aiming to enhance construction education through digital, green, and social skills. It involves 26 partners from six European countries.
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FIEC, EFBWW, and EBC back the Construction Blueprint 2 project, which enhances training and qualifications in the construction sector to support digital and green transitions.
