In 2023, 12.7% of the EU population aged 25–64 participated in education and training during the 4 weeks prior to the survey. Across EU regions, this share peaked at 41.3% in the Swedish capital region of Stockholm.
Source: Eurostat (edat_lfse_04)
Alongside the provision of health care, public expenditure on education is often considered one of the most important investments that can be made in people. Education has the potential to drive socioeconomic development forward: this is particularly the case in a globalised world, where a highly-skilled workforce can be an advantage in terms of productivity, innovation and competitiveness.