Labour mobility in the EU's Single Market is about to get a sharper analytical lens, according to Commissioner Mînzatu. Responding to concerns raised by MEP Andreas Schwab (PPE) about the lack of key performance indicators (KPIs) on labour mobility in the 2026 Single Market Report, Mînzatu underscores ongoing efforts to develop targeted metrics by 2027. This announcement holds significance for workers moving across borders, employers dependent on posted labour, EU regulatory bodies, and national authorities overseeing compliance — all of whom stand to respond keenly to the enhanced scrutiny.
This detailed reply was issued by Executive Vice-President Mînzatu on behalf of the European Commission, addressing a written question posed by Andreas Schwab (PPE). Schwab highlighted that while most of the "Terrible Ten" barriers are covered by KPIs, labour mobility — a known key challenge — remains unmeasured in this year's report, despite an upcoming Fair Labour Mobility Package planned for September 2026.
Rather than presenting new KPIs now, the Commission points to ongoing data monitoring through the annual Intra-EU Labour Mobility reports, Eurobarometer surveys, and social security coordination reports. The upcoming 2027 Single Market Report will introduce a dedicated KPI for posting of workers, developed jointly with the European Labour Authority. Meanwhile, the Fair Labour Mobility Package will leverage existing data, extensive consultations, and impact assessments to underpin policy proposals such as a European Social Security Pass and stronger enforcement of posting rules.
while immediate numeric targets and new institutional structures for KPIs are deferred, the Commission prioritizes evidence-based preparations. The emphasis lies on improving transparency and enforcement in labour mobility regulations without overburdening stakeholders prematurely. Consequently, businesses reliant on cross-border postings may face upcoming tighter scrutiny, whereas workers and national authorities are positioned to benefit from enhanced protections and clearer data. The institutional follow-up will come as the Commission refines its indicators and prepares legislative proposals within the 2026 timeline, offering key insights into the evolution of EU labour mobility governance.