From principle to action: How to implement the European Pillar of Social Rights at local level

‘Inclusive cities for all: social rights in my city’ is a new political initiative launched by EUROCITIES today at the European Parliament. It coincides with the publication of a new report, which shows cities are doing more than they are legally responsible for in providing social rights because they are faced with urgent needs. So far 21 cities from around Europe have committed more than €4.3 billion to fight poverty and social exclusion over the next 5 years. Ahead of the debate, the European Parliament TV interviewed:
• Maria João Rodrigues, MEP, Vice-President of S&D and rapporteur on the EU Pillar of Social Rights
• Katarina Ivanković-Knežević, Director for Social Affairs, European Commission
• Laia Ortiz, Deputy Mayor of Barcelona for Social Rights
• Andreas Schönström, Vice Mayor of Malmo & Chair of EUROCITIES Social Affairs Forum