European Parliament Voting Analysis — Social Issues — Jul 6–9, 2026
During the July 6–9, 2026 voting block, the European Parliament focused on social protection, gender equality, and the consequences of conflict.
EP voting block Jul 6–9, 2026. Per-bill sections, sorted most-contested first.
3 bills
72.9% avg margin
0 close calls (<20%)
3 bills went to a roll-call vote in this voting block.
Most contested: Coordination of social security systems (Passed, 64.3% margin).
Renew saw the most party-line defections (16).
During the July 6–9, 2026 voting block, the European Parliament focused on social protection, gender equality, and the consequences of conflict. MEPs approved updated coordination of social security systems across member states, aiming to strengthen cross-border rights for workers and citizens. The Parliament also supported the mobilisation of the European Globalisation Adjustment Fund for technical assistance, reinforcing EU capacity to respond to labour market disruptions. Additionally, MEPs addressed the legacy of the 1974 Turkish invasion of Cyprus, highlighting its impact on Cypriot women and girls and condemning crimes committed by Turkish forces, with a focus on advancing gender equality in the region.
Coordination of social security systems
This legislation updates the EU rules on the coordination of social security systems, which determine how benefits like pensions, unemployment, and healthcare are handled for citizens moving between member states. The reform aims to clarify entitlements and responsibilities, prevent abuse, and ensure fair access to benefits for mobile workers, while addressing concerns from some member states about so-called "welfare tourism." The file has been politically sensitive, reflecting broader debates over free movement and social protection within the EU.
A8-0386/2018
No final vote recorded
Latest vote: Y 510 · N 87 · A 61
Latest gap 423 votes (64.3%)
Party split
Yes
No
Abstain
• marks parties with <75% internal cohesion
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Broke with party on this vote
- Renew 9: Anouk Van Brug (N), Asger Christensen (N), Bart Groothuis (N), Christine Singer (N), Engin Eroglu (N), Jeannette Baljeu (N), Malik Azmani (N), Michał Kobosko (A) …
- Greens/EFA 3: Kira Marie Peter-Hansen (A), Rasmus Nordqvist (A), Villy Søvndal (A)
- S&D 2: Christel Schaldemose (N), Marianne Vind (N)
Mobilisation of the European Globalisation Adjustment Fund: Application EGF/2026/000 TA 2026 - Technical assistance at the initiative of the Commission
This bill authorizes the use of the European Globalisation Adjustment Fund (EGF) for technical assistance activities managed by the European Commission in 2026. The EGF provides support to workers affected by major structural changes in world trade patterns, such as redundancies resulting from globalisation or economic crises. The allocation of funds for technical assistance aims to improve the administration and effectiveness of EGF interventions across EU member states.
A10-0179/2026
Passed
Final vote: Y 531 · N 64 · A 62
Won by 467 votes (71.1%)
Party split
Yes
No
Abstain
• marks parties with <75% internal cohesion
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Broke with party on this vote
- ECR 12: Beatrice Timgren (N), Bert-Jan Ruissen (N), Charlie Weimers (N), Dick Erixon (N), Emmanouil Fragkos (N), Galato Alexandraki (N), Guillaume Peltier (A), Kristoffer Storm (N) …
- Renew 6: Abir Al-Sahlani (N), Christine Singer (N), Emma Wiesner (N), Engin Eroglu (N), Joachim Streit (N), Karin Karlsbro (N)
- ESN 1: Petras Gražulis (A)
- EPP 1: Alice Teodorescu Måwe (N)
The impact of the 1974 Turkish invasion on Cypriot women and girls, and the crimes committed by Turkish forces and consequences on gender equality
This resolution addresses the long-term effects of the 1974 Turkish military intervention in Cyprus, focusing specifically on the experiences of Cypriot women and girls, including reported crimes committed by Turkish forces. The text highlights ongoing gender-based inequalities and calls for recognition and redress of these impacts in line with EU commitments to human rights and gender equality. The issue remains politically sensitive, reflecting broader tensions between the EU, Cyprus, and Turkey, as well as unresolved aspects of the Cyprus conflict.
B10-0333/2026
Passed
Final vote: Y 574 · N 33 · A 43
Won by 541 votes (83.2%)
Party split
Yes
No
Abstain
• marks parties with <75% internal cohesion
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Broke with party on this vote
- Patriots 14: Anna Bryłka (A), António Tânger Corrêa (A), Elisabeth Dieringer (N), Ewa Zajączkowska-Hernik (A), Georg Mayer (N), Gerald Hauser (N), Harald Vilimsky (N), Hermann Tertsch (N) …
- ESN 5: Ivan David (Y), Petras Gražulis (Y), Roberto Vannacci (A), Sarah Knafo (Y), Zsuzsanna Borvendég (A)
- EPP 4: David Casa (A), Ilia Lazarov (A), Massimiliano Salini (A), Peter Agius (A)
- S&D 2: Hana Jalloul Muro (A), Nacho Sánchez Amor (A)
- Greens/EFA 1: Mounir Satouri (N)
- Renew 1: Ilhan Kyuchyuk (A)
- The Left 1: Nikos Pappas (A)
