Dear members and readers, 

Welcome to the 9th  edition of our 2026 newsletter! 

We are pleased to share with you a new selection of articles published on the Generation 2004 website, covering a range of important developments and practical information for colleagues across the institutions. 

In this edition, we look at In this edition, we look at the negotiations on the next EU budget, the Multiannual Financial Framework for 2028-2034, a General Court Case where the General Court dismissed an action brough by a candidate who faced difficulties during a remote written examination, the European BAC rule, an issue of direct relevance to many staff and families navigating the European Schools system. We also report on the latest social dialogue on JPP, highlighting ongoing discussions that matter for colleagues concerned by career perspectives, fairness and transparency in employment conditions. 

Among the topics featured, we draw attention to a meeting on the Staff-Scale Review between staff organisations and Commissioner Serafin in September, with updates of particular interest to staff following legal, administrative or staff representation matters. We also cover the question of the interim contract, an area that continues to raise concern for many colleagues seeking clarity and stability in their professional situation. 

This newsletter also includes an article on EU staff formerly employed in the Romanian administration, addressing a topic that may resonate strongly with affected colleagues and those interested in equal treatment and recognition of previous professional experience. 

For those preparing for competitions, we are pleased to highlight the EPSO metro exam simulations, a useful opportunity to train under realistic conditions and improve readiness for forthcoming selection procedures. Finally, we share information on a scholarship offer from EIMF, which may be of interest to colleagues looking to broaden their academic or professional development opportunities. 

As always, Generation 2004 remains committed to informing, supporting and representing staff by bringing attention to the issues that affect daily working life and long-term career prospects in the EU institutions. 

We invite you to read, share and engage with these articles on our website. 

Kind regards,

Generation 2004 

Dear colleagues,  

Welcome to the edition 8 of our Newsletter! 

As this edition goes to publication, one message comes through clearly across these articles: a modern, credible and future-proof European Commission can only be built by taking staff realities seriously. From the ongoing Large-Scale Review to case-law on harassment, assistance procedures and appraisal safeguards, from burnout prevention and mediation to retirement planning,  whistleblower protection and update on the Keep What Matters initiative, the common thread is the same: institutional effectiveness depends on fairness, trust, sound procedures and genuine care for the people who make the institution work.  Continue reading Newsletter editorial – 13-10-2026 →