Employment, Social Policy, Health and Consumer Affairs Council explained

The Employment, Social Policy, Health and Consumer Affairs Council (EPSCO)^[1] is a configuration of the Council of the European Union.^[2] It meets four times a year, with two of the meetings focusing on social policy and employment. It is composed of the employment, social affairs, health and consumer policy ministers from all EU member states.^[3]

This council works to improve working conditions and employment levels. At the same time it also ensures consumer protection and human health within the EU.

External links

• About the Employment, Social Policy, Health and Consumer Affairs Council
• Press releases of the Employment, Social Policy, Health and Consumer Affairs

Notes and References

1. Web site: Employment, Social Policy, Health and Consumer Affairs Council configuration (EPSCO).
2. Web site: The Council of the European Union.
3. Book: Vanhercke, David Natali, Bart. Social Developments in the European Union 2011: Thirteenth Annual Report. 2012. ETUI. 978-2-87452-270-3. en.