The purpose of this document is to provide an overview of the position and engagement of the Group of the Progressive Alliance of Socialists and Democrats in the European Parliament towards a real Progressive European Social Policy, as the basis for a strong and sustainable Social Europe. The focus of this paper is primarily on issues related to the competences of the Employment and Social Affairs Committee in the European Parliament. Education and training policy are also essential parts of   a   Progressive   European   Social   Policy,   but   they   are   overseen   by   other   committees.