EU Sues 17 Member States for Failing to Implement New Single Work Permit Directive

The Local Spain—The European Commission launched infringement proceedings against 17 member states for failing to transpose the new EU Single Permit Directive into national law. The directive was designed to simplify combined residence and work authorization for non-EU nationals seeking to live and work across the bloc. Countries found in breach face potential fines from the European Court of Justice. The legal action signals Brussels' growing frustration with member states lagging on immigration-related EU legislation.

• The Local Spain — EU launches legal action against 17 member states over new single permit rules
• The Local Sweden — EU launches legal action against 17 member states over new single permit rules
• The Local Germany — EU launches legal action against 17 member states over new single permit rules
• The Local Italy — EU launches legal action against 17 member states over new single permit rules
• The Local France — EU launches legal action against 17 member states over new single permit rules