Commission proposes steps to digitalise co-ordination of social security systems in Europe

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The European Commission has published a Communication in which it proposes steps to further digitalise the co-ordination of social security systems in Europe. The Communication outlines steps to streamline and expedite access to cross-border social security services through digital tools, with the aim of reducing administrative complexities for both citizens and businesses, making it easier for Europeans to live, work and travel abroad. The Communication also assesses the advancements made in digitising social security co-ordination, highlighting the ongoing initiatives in this domain, and suggests future actions to maximise the advantages offered by digitalisation in this context.