National Social Report 2015

The National Social Report (NSR) is an EU policy reporting document prepared by Member States for submission to the European Commission in line with requirements under the European Semester Process, the EU cycle of policy coordination. The NSR is prepared in conjunction with the National Reform Programme (NRP).

The Department of Social Protection is responsible for co-ordinating the NSR with other supporting Departments. It is the main mechanism for Member States to report on their EU social policy obligations and focuses on Government policies concerning social protection, social inclusion, health and long-term care. These policies are connected with and supported by the broader economic and employment policies and high level targets set out in the National Reform Programme. The Report documents key reforms in these areas, particularly from June 2014 to April 2015.