European Nationals
The European Economic Community was set up in 1957 by the Treaty of Rome, which provided for the gradual reduction of barriers to the free movement of workers, capital, goods and services between European Community countries. Since that time there has been a confusing and vast number of treaties, directives and caselaw concerning employment, rights to reside and access to benefits. This course provides an introduction to these provisions for people who already have a good understanding around the issues of immigration status and entitlement already, but need more focus on European nationals. The course will:
- Give the background to the current provisions
- Explain the directives in relation to who is a worker
- Go through the various rights to reside
- Bring participants up to date on current provisions relating to nationals from former Eastern Bloc countries
The course is designed to assist people with assessing the rights of European nationals to access benefits and wider social support.
Who Should Attend:
Social workers, benefit advisors, advocates and those who work with people from abroad who may be vulnerable