- In a bid to make the EU attractive to skilled non-EU migrants, the European Commission is proposing to promote EU long-term residency status for non-EU citizens, though some have questioned its impact, as many immigration issues remain within the competencies of member states.
- Facing an increasing shortage of skilled workers across the bloc, the Commission is proposing a legislative package that revises existing EU laws on long-term residence permits and the so-called “single permit” to live and work in the EU.
- If adopted in its current form, the Commission’s proposal, which was examined by the Parliament’s committee on Tuesday, would ensure that EU residence permit holders have the same rights as national permit holders.
EU battles to find its place on future of immigration to bloc
