We are happy to share our participation in a new Impact Assessment Study commissioned by European Commission (DG EMPL) on the Skills Portability Initiative.
The Skills Portability Initiative was announced in March 2025 as part of the Commission’s Union of Skills initiative, and it aims to ensure that skills and qualifications acquired in one country are recognised in another. By addressing barriers to the mobility of workers and the portability of skills, the initiative seeks to unlock the full potential of the EU Single Market, enhance labour mobility, and help address skills shortages in key sectors.
The objective of this Study is to assess the overall impact of the Initiative, including recognising possible obstacles related to skills portability, assessing the state of digitalisation of skills and qualifications, and exploring diverse policy options. Spark’s contribution will include mapping existing regulatory frameworks relevant to skills portability and analysing the legal feasibility of the proposed measures. This will help to ensure that the proposed policy options are effective, proportionate, and coherent with the EU Treaties and fundamental principles.
We look forward to collaborating with our partner Ecorys and the European Commission to build a robust evidence base for this new Initiative!