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The European Commission invites citizens, public authorities and stakeholders to share views on how best to protect and promote housing affordability in the areas of Europe most severely affected by the housing crisis.

On Thursday 5 February, delegates from all ministries responsible for housing across the EU Member States gathered in Brussels for a meeting organised by the European Commission, to discuss the implementation of the European Affordable Housing Plan that was presented in December last year.

This report explores the income and housing situation of different generations in the EU, assessing the implications for intergenerational fairness and their connection to demographic change.

The strategy sets out to tackle barriers and foster inclusion. The Commission intends to carry out a study to assess risks and identify solutions for improving housing for the most vulnerable groups. Read the full press release here.

The Construction Services Act aims to lower barriers to cross-border market access for construction and installation services. Have your say in the open public consultation until 20 April 2026.

With the first-ever European Affordable Housing Plan presented today, the Commission addresses one of the most pressing needs of European citizens: access to affordable, sustainable and good-quality housing.

Commissioner for Energy and Housing, Dan Jørgensen, has received today the policy recommendations to address the housing crisis prepared by the Housing Advisory Board.

On 13 November, Executive Vice-President Teresa Ribera, responsible for a Clean, Just, and Competitive Transition, hosted in Brussels the implementation dialogue on public support for affordable housing.

At the meeting of EU heads of state and government on 23-24 October, the European Council called on the European Commission to swiftly present an ambitious and comprehensive European Affordable Housing Plan.