PART THREE

UNION POLICIES AND INTERNAL ACTIONS
TITLE IX

EMPLOYMENT

(ex Article 127 TEC)
Article 147
1
The Union shall contribute to a high level of employment by encouraging cooperation between Member States and by supporting and, if necessary, complementing their action. In doing so, the competences of the Member States shall be respected.
2
The objective of a high level of employment shall be taken into consideration in the formulation and implementation of Union policies and activities.