Votes · 7 October 2026
Mobilisation of the European Globalisation Adjustment Fund for Displaced Workers: application EGF/2026/003 FI/Valmet Automotive – Finland
This vote is about EU support for workers laid off by carmaker Valmet Automotive in Finland.
Background
The European Globalisation Adjustment Fund (EGF) helps workers laid off in major restructurings. Finland applied for 233 workers laid off by Valmet Automotive, a car manufacturer, and five of its subcontractors and suppliers.
- Releases €410,310 from the EU budget.
- Pays for counselling, job-search help, training, hiring incentives and support for starting a business.
Adopted: 601 for, 57 against, 9 abstentions, 52 did not vote.
Reference: A10-0243/2026