Devising devices with accessibility in mind
‘Baking’ accessibility into the household can make the day brighter for everyone.
From ‘crisis’ to ‘pandemic’: mental health in Europe
Mental health cannot be ignored in the forthcoming European election campaign, given the scale of the problem.
Intellectual disability: escaping from neglect
Europe needs to see itself through the eyes of the millions of Europeans with intellectual disabilities—and act accordingly.
Why Trump can’t win in November
Since Donald Trump incited an insurrection, he has moderated neither his rhetoric nor behaviour—both have become more extreme.
A socio-ecological contract for a Europe in transition
The decarbonisation of Europe must be accelerated—which requires a new European social model.
Far right against women workers’ rights in Europe
They will claim to stand up for ‘the people’ in the June elections. But the extreme right only stamps on women’s rights.
Taxing the super-rich: a tool to close the gender gap
If gender equality is to be more than an International Women’s Day gesture, revenue must be raised for massive investment.
Democracy at work and in society: populist antidote
Trade unions and other civil-society organisations are key to fending off the threat from the far right.
Standing up for journalism as a public good
it is a truism to say democracy relies on a free press. But in a sea of misinformation that is because it’s a fact.
Insecure Europe—a job guarantee needed
A job guarantee would not only eliminate long-term unemployment but also buttress the European Union.
Amid anomie and rentier rule, a European left in crisis
The left has gone along with a shift of power to boardrooms and bureaucracies, undermining policy ambition and public confidence.
Algorithmic management—a codetermination challenge
After the debacle of the platform-work directive, will the EU still regulate artificial intelligence in the workplace?
Robots in social care: the human touch at risk
‘Carebots’ are the mooted solution to the ageing crisis and staff shortages—but empathy and compassion are irreplaceable.
Saving the planet means saving the world
Inequality and the climate crisis go hand in hand, Lisa Pelling writes. So do the alternatives.
Why cautious monetary policy is a risky business
By sustaining high interest rates, purportedly to slay inflation, central banks are risking an unnecessary recession.
Gaza: Europe’s failure of moral leadership
Israel’s demolition of Gaza will haunt Europe’s conscience for generations to come and imperil the claims of the democratic world.
Shock therapy killed Navalny
While Vladimir Putin’s role is all but undeniable, there is a silent accomplice whose part in this tragedy must not be ignored.