A Commission proposal to mobilise €1.6 million from the European Globalisation Adjustment Fund for Displaced Workers (EGF) to support 267 workers laid off following the bankruptcy and closure of Tupperware Belgium in February 2025 won Parliament’s support on Wednesday. The decision was adopted by 562 votes in favour and 53 against, with 19 abstentions.

The EGF measures include tailored career counselling and guidance, job-search assistance, and training in new professional skills, including training in digital skills. The support measures total an estimated €1.9 million, of which 85% (€1.6 million) will be financed by EU funds, with 15% (€300,000) provided by the Flemish Public Employment Service (VDAB).

In their report, MEPs regret that the American parent corporation Tupperware Brands was taken over by creditors in October 2024. The subsequent significant restructuring resulted in the manufacturing and licenses granted to Tupperware General Services NV being revoked,…