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The European Commission asks for the public’s view in the fight against corruption
On 19 January the Commission launched two calls for evidence asking the public for their views on initiatives related to the fight against corruption. A Communication on EU anti-corruption policy and a proposal for a directive in the fight against corruption.

Labour migration: Commission and Member States advance cooperation through new platform
On 10 January Commissioner for Home Affairs, Ylva Johansson, and Commissioner for Jobs and Social Rights, Nicolas Schmit, hosted the first meeting of the Labour Migration Platform with representatives from Member States specialising in migration and employment policy
European Commission presents study “Strengthening the fight against corruption: assessing the EU legislative and policy framework”
On 3 January 2023, the European Commission published the study “Strengthening the fight against corruption: assessing the EU legislative and policy framework”.
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Migration management: Welcoming refugees from Ukraine
Since the outbreak of the war in Ukraine, DG HOME has been at the forefront of helping people fleeing the war.
Information for people fleeing the war in Ukraine
A webpage presenting key information for people feeling the war in Ukraine about their rights in the EU: crossing the border, eligibility for temporary protection and applying for asylum, as well as the rights of travel inside the EU.
Together Against Trafficking in Human Beings
Protecting our societies from organised crime, including tackling trafficking in human beings, is a priority for the EU. Trafficking in human beings is a highly profitable crime that brings enormous profit to criminals while incurring a tremendous cost to society.
Temporary protection
The EU can offer temporary protection to displaced persons from non-EU countries who are unable to return to their country of origin. Such protection is given as an exceptional measure to help EU countries alleviate pressure on their asylum systems.
Task Force Migration Management
The Task Force Migration Management works with the Greek authorities and EU agencies to improve conditions for migrants arriving to Greece, including the building of new migrant reception centres.
Ylva Johansson, Commissioner for Home Affairs
Ylva Johansson, serves as the Commissioner for Home Affairs (2019-2024). Devoted to improving conditions for migrants in Europe, and contributing to a stronger and safer EU, read about her work on her blog.