### copernicus should build on and ensure continuity with the activities and achievements under regulation no 377 / 2014 of the european parliament and of the council17 establishing the union earth observation and monitoring programme as well as regulation no 911 / 2010 of the european parliament and of the council on the european earth monitoring programme and its initial operations18 establishing the predecessor global monitoring for environment and security programme and the rules for implementation of its initial operations , taking into account recent trends in research , technological advances and innovations impacting the earth observation domain , as well as developments in big data analytics and artificial intelligence and related strategies and initiatives at union level19 . to the greatest extent possible , it should make use of capacities for space - borne observations of the member states , the european space agency , eumetsat20 , as well as other entities , including commercial initiatives in europe , thereby also contributing to the development of a viable commercial space sector in europe . where feasible and appropriate , it should also make use of the available in situ and ancillary data provided mainly by the member states in accordance with directive 2007 / 2 / ec21 . the commission should work together with the member states and the european environment agency to ensure an efficient access and use of the in - situ data sets for copernicus . __________________ 17 regulation no 377 / 2014 of the european parliament and of the council of 3 april 2014 establishing the copernicus programme and repealing regulation no 911 / 2010 . 18 regulation no 911 / 2010 of the european parliament and of the council of 22 september 2010 on the european earth monitoring programme and its initial operations . 19 communication ' artificial intelligence for europe ' 237 final ) , communication ' towards a common european data space ' 232 final ) , proposal for a council regulation on establishing the european high performance computing joint undertaking 8 final ) . 20 the european organisation for the exploitation of meteorological satellites 21 directive 2007 / 2 / ec of the european parliament and of the council of 14 march 2007 establishing an infrastructure for spatial information in the european community ### the copernicus programme is based on a partnership between the union , the european space agency and the member states . hence , it should build on existing european and national capacities and should complement them by new assets developed in common . in order to implement this approach , the commission should endeavour to maintain a dialogue with esa and member states owning relevant space and insitu assets . copernicus should build on and ensure continuity with the activities and achievements under regulation no 377 / 2014 of the european parliament and of the council17 establishing the union earth observation and monitoring programme as well as regulation no 911 / 2010 of the european parliament and of the council on the european earth monitoring programme and its initial operations18 establishing the predecessor global monitoring for environment and security programme and the rules for implementation of its initial operations , taking into account recent trends in research , technological advances and innovations impacting the earth observation domain , as well as developments in big data analytics and artificial intelligence and related strategies and initiatives at union level19 . to the greatest extent possible , it should make use of capacities for space - borne observations of the member states , the european space agency , eumetsat20 , as well as other entities , including commercial initiatives in europe , thereby also contributing to the development of a viable commercial space sector in europe . where feasible and appropriate , it should also make use of the available in situ and ancillary data provided mainly by the member states in accordance with directive 2007 / 2 / ec21 . the commission should work together with the member states and the european environment agency to ensure an efficient access and use of the in - situ data sets for copernicus . __________________ 17 regulation no 377 / 2014 of the european parliament and of the council of 3 april 2014 establishing the copernicus programme and repealing regulation no 911 / 2010 . 18 regulation no 911 / 2010 of the european parliament and of the council of 22 september 2010 on the european earth monitoring programme and its initial operations . 19 communication ' artificial intelligence for europe ' 237 final ) , communication ' towards a common european data space ' 232 final ) , proposal for a council regulation on establishing the european high performance computing joint undertaking 8 final ) . 20 the european organisation for the exploitation of meteorological satellites 21 directive 2007 / 2 / ec of the european parliament and of the council of 14 march 2007 establishing an infrastructure for spatial information in the european community


### support and reinforce the competitiveness , entrepreneurship , skills and capacity to innovate of legal and natural persons from the union active or wishing to become active in that sector , with particular regard to the position and needs of small and medium - sized enterprises and start - ups . ### foster the development of a competitive union space economy and maximise opportunities for union enterprises of all sizes , in particular small and medium - sized enterprises , new entrants and start - ups , to develop and provide innovative space systems and services ;


### the commission may entrust other tasks to the agency , including undertaking communication , promotion , and marketing of data and information activities , as well as other activities related to user uptakes with regard to the programme ' s components other than galileo and egnos . ### the commission may entrust other tasks to the agency , but , in order to avoid duplication , strictly on the basis of improved efficiency in implementation of the programme’s objectives , including undertaking communication , promotion , and marketing of data and information activities , as well as other activities related to user uptakes with regard to the programme ' s components other than galileo and egnos .


### enhance the security of the union and its member states , its freedom of action and its strategic autonomy , in particular in terms of technologies and evidence - based decision - making ; ### enhance the security of the union and its member states , its freedom of action and reinforce its strategic autonomy , in particular in terms of technologies and evidence - based decision - making ;


### additionally , the programme shall include measures for ensuring efficient access to space for the programme and for fostering an innovative space sector . ### additionally , the programme shall include measures for ensuring autonomous access to space , for tackling cyber threats , for fostering an innovative and competitive space sector and for supporting space diplomacy .


### the commission shall manage the component of the programme where such management is not entrusted to another entity . ### the commission shall manage components of the programme where such management is not entrusted to another entity .


### for copernicus : eur [ 5 , 8 ] billion ; ### for copernicus : eur [ 7 , 8 ] billion ;


### to maximise the socio - economic benefits of galileo and egnos , notably in the area of security , the use of the services provided by egnos and galileo in other union policies should be promoted where this is justified and beneficial . ### to maximise the socio - economic benefits of galileo and egnos , notably in the area of security , the use of the services provided by egnos and galileo should be mainstreamed in other union policies where possible . measures to encourage the use of these services in all member states are also an important stage in the process .


### when necessary for the smooth functioning of the programme and the smooth provision of the services provided by the programme ' s components , the commission shall , by means of implementing acts , determine the technical and operational specifications required for the implementation of and evolution of those components and of the services they provide after having consulted users and all the other relevant stakeholders . when determining those technical and operational specifications , the commission shall avoid reducing the general security level and to meet a backward compatibility imperative . ### when necessary for the smooth functioning of the programme and the smooth provision of the services provided by the programme ' s components , the commission shall , by means of implementing acts , determine the requirements required for the implementation of and evolution of those components and of the services they provide after having consulted users and all the other relevant stakeholders . when determining those technical and operational specifications , the commission shall avoid reducing the general security level and to meet a backward compatibility imperative .


### at least eur 1 190 000 000 to adult education actions referred to in point of article 4 and point of article 5 ; ### at least 3 . 97% of the amount referred to in paragraph 1 to adult education actions referred to in point of article 4 and point of article 5 ;


### to increase the use of virtual cooperation activities , the programme should support a more systematic use of the online platforms such as etwinning , the school education gateway , the electronic platform for adult learning in europe , the european youth portal and the online platform for higher education . ### to increase the use of virtual cooperation activities , the programme should support more systematic use of existing online platforms , such as etwinning , the school education gateway , the electronic platform for adult learning in europe , the european youth portal and the online platform for higher education . the programme should also encourage the development of new online platforms to strengthen and modernise the delivery of education , training , sport and youth policy at european level .


### the commission shall communicate the conclusions of the evaluations accompanied by its observations to the european parliament , the council , the european economic and social committee and the committee of the regions . ### the commission shall submit evaluation reports to the european parliament , the council , the european economic and social committee and the committee of the regions .


### the commission shall communicate the conclusions of the evaluations accompanied by its observations to the european parliament , the council , the european economic and social committee and the committee of the regions . ### the commission shall transmit any evaluations and the mid - term review , accompanied by its observations , to the european parliament , the council , the european economic and social committee and to the committee of the regions .


### the international dimension of the programme should be boosted aiming at offering a greater number of opportunities for mobility , cooperation and policy dialogue with third countries not associated to the programme . building on the successful implementation of international higher education and youth activities under the predecessor programmes in the fields of education , training and youth , the international mobility activities should be extended to other sectors , such as in vocational education and training . ### the international dimension of the programme should be boosted aiming at i ) increasing opportunities for mobility and cooperation for individuals and organisations from less developed countries of the world by supporting capacity - building in third countries , skills ' development , people - to - people exchanges ; ii ) offering a greater number of opportunities for cooperation and mobility with developed and emerging countries to allow young europeans and european education systems to better face global challenges for the future , thus contributing to the growth and the competitiveness of the union . building on the successful implementation of international higher education and youth activities under the predecessor programmes in the fields of education , training and youth , the international mobility activities should be extended to other sectors , such as in vocational education and training and sport .


### the programme should be more inclusive by improving its outreach to those with fewer opportunities , including through more flexible learning mobility formats , and by fostering participation of small organisations , in particular newcomers and community - based grassroots organisations that work directly with disadvantaged learners of all ages . virtual formats , such as virtual cooperation , blended and virtual mobility , should be promoted to reach more participants , in particular those with fewer opportunities and those for whom moving physically to a country other than their country of residence would be an obstacle . ### the programme should be more inclusive by improving its outreach to those with fewer opportunities , including through more flexible mobility formats , simplified administrative procedures , targeting of beneficiary organisations working with groups under - represented in erasmus + , youth - friendly and clear information and communication about the programme and by fostering and supporting the participation of local organisations and small organisations , in particular newcomers , youth organisations , volunteer - based and community - based grassroots organisations that work directly with learners with fewer opportunities of all ages , and organisations working with and supporting people from marginalised groups , such as people with an ethnic minority background , people with disabilities and lgbti people . virtual formats , such as virtual cooperation , blended and virtual mobility , should be promoted to reach more participants and complement the mobility experience .


### at least eur 8 640 000 000 should be allocated to higher education actions referred to in point of article 4 and point of article 5 ; ### at least 35 % shall be allocated to higher education actions referred to in point of article 4 and point of article 5 ;


### eur 24 940 000 000 for actions in the field of education and training , from which : ### 84 % of the amount referred to in paragraph 1 for actions in the field of education and training , of which :


### in compliance with the financial regulation , the commission should adopt work programmes and inform the european parliament and the council thereof . the work programme should set out the measures needed for their implementation in line with the general and specific objectives of the programme , the selection and award criteria for grants , as well as all other elements required . work programmes and any amendments to them should be adopted by implementing acts in accordance with the examination procedure . ### given that the programme is to be implemented over a seven - year period , it is necessary to provide for adequate flexibility in order to enable it to adapt to changing realities and political priorities within the field of education , training , youth and sport . therefore , this regulation does not define in detail how initiatives are to be designed and it does not prejudge political priorities or respective budgetary priorities for the next seven years . instead , the secondary policy choices and priorities , including details of specific initiatives , should be determined by means of work programmes in compliance with the financial regulation . the work programme should also set out the measures needed for implementation in line with the general and specific objectives of the programme , the selection and award criteria for grants , as well as all other elements required . work programmes and any amendments to them should be adopted by means of a delegated act . it is of particular importance that the commission carry out appropriate consultations during its preparatory work , including at expert level , and that those consultations be conducted in accordance with the principles laid down in the interinstitutional agreement on better law - making . in particular , to ensure equal participation in the preparation of delegated acts , the european parliament and the council receive all documents at the same time as member states ' experts , and their experts systematically have access to meetings of commission expert groups dealing with the preparation of delegated acts .


### the programme shall be implemented by work programmes referred to in article [ 108 ] of the financial regulation . in addition , the work programme shall give an indication of the amount allocated to each action and of the distribution of funds between the member states and third countries associated to the programme for the actions to be managed through the national agency . the work programme shall be adopted by the commission by means of an implementing act . those implementing acts shall be adopted in accordance with the examination procedure referred to in article 31 . ### the secondary policy choices and priorities , including details of specific initiatives outlined in articles 4 to 13 , shall be determined by means of a work programme as referred to in article 110 of the financial regulation . the work programme shall also set out how the programme is to be implemented . in addition , the work programme shall give an indication of the amount allocated to each action and of the distribution of funds between the member states and third countries associated to the programme for the actions to be managed through the national agency . the commission is empowered to adopt delegated acts in accordance with article 30 in order to supplement this regulation by adopting the work programme .


### the programme should be more inclusive by improving its outreach to those with fewer opportunities , including through more flexible learning mobility formats , and by fostering participation of small organisations , in particular newcomers and community - based grassroots organisations that work directly with disadvantaged learners of all ages . virtual formats , such as virtual cooperation , blended and virtual mobility , should be promoted to reach more participants , in particular those with fewer opportunities and those for whom moving physically to a country other than their country of residence would be an obstacle . ### the programme should be more inclusive by improving its outreach to those with fewer opportunities , including through more flexible and accessible learning mobility spaces , structures and resources and through accessible learning frameworks , materials and formats and by investing in teacher training for inclusive and non - discriminatory learning . such a strategy for a more inclusive programme should also be promoted by fostering participation of small organisations , in particular newcomers and community - based grassroots organisations that work directly with learners with fewer opportunities of all ages .


### the programme should contribute to facilitating transparency and recognition of skills and qualifications , as well as the transfer of credits or units of learning outcomes , to foster quality assurance and to support validation of non - formal and informal learning , skills management and guidance . in this regard , the programme should also provide support to contact points and networks at national and union level that facilitate cross - european exchanges as well as the development of flexible learning pathways between different fields of education , training and youth and across formal and non - formal settings . ### the programme should contribute to facilitating transparency and automatic mutual recognition of skills , qualifications and diplomas , as well as the transfer of credits or other proof of learning outcomes , to foster quality assurance and to support validation of non - formal and informal learning , skills management and guidance . in this regard , the programme should also provide support to contact points and networks at national and union level that facilitate cross - european exchanges as well as the development of flexible learning pathways between different fields of education , training , sport and youth and across formal and non - formal settings .


### the mid - term evaluation report of the 2014 - 2020 erasmus + programme confirmed that the creation of a single programme on education , training , youth and sport resulted in significant simplification , rationalisation and synergies in the management of the programme while further improvements are necessary to further consolidate the efficiency gains of the 2014 - 2020 programme . in the consultations for the mid - term evaluation and on the future programme , member states and stakeholders made a strong call for continuity in the programme ' s scope , architecture and delivery mechanisms , while calling for a number of improvements , such as making the programme more inclusive . they also expressed their full support for keeping the programme integrated and underpinned by the lifelong learning paradigm . the european parliament , in its resolution of 2 february 2017 on the implementation of erasmus + , welcomed the integrated structure of the programme and called on the commission to exploit fully the lifelong learning dimension of the programme by fostering and encouraging cross - sectoral cooperation in the future programme . member states and stakeholders also highlighted the need to keep a strong international dimension in the programme and to extend it to other sectors of education and training . ### the mid - term evaluation report of the 2014 - 2020 erasmus + programme confirmed that the creation of a single programme on education , training , youth and sport resulted in significant simplification , rationalisation and synergies in the management of the programme while further improvements are necessary to further consolidate the efficiency gains of the 2014 - 2020 programme . in the consultations for the mid - term evaluation and on the future programme , member states and stakeholders made a strong call for continuity in the programme ' s scope , architecture and delivery mechanisms , while calling for a number of improvements , such as making the programme more inclusive . they also expressed their full support for keeping the programme integrated and underpinned by the lifelong learning paradigm . the european parliament , in its resolution of 2 february 2017 on the implementation of erasmus + , welcomed the integrated structure of the programme and called on the commission to exploit fully the lifelong learning dimension of the programme by fostering and encouraging cross - sectoral cooperation in the future programme . the european commission ' s impact assessment , member states and stakeholders also highlighted the need to further strengthen the international dimension in the programme and to extend it in scope to other sectors of education and training , youth and sport .


### the programme is a key component of building a european education area . it should be equipped to contribute to the successor of the strategic framework for cooperation in education and training and the skills agenda for europe28 with a shared commitment to the strategic importance of skills and competences for sustaining jobs , growth and competitiveness . it should support member states in reaching the goals of the paris declaration on promoting citizenship and the common values of freedom , tolerance and non - discrimination through education29 . _________________ 28 com 381 final . 29 [ reference ] . ### the programme is a key component of building a european education area and of the development of the key eu competences for lifelong learning . it should be equipped to contribute to the successor of the strategic framework for cooperation in education and training and the skills agenda for europe28 with a shared commitment to the strategic importance of skills and competences for sustaining jobs , growth and competitiveness . it should support member states in reaching the goals of the paris declaration on promoting citizenship and the common values of freedom , tolerance and non - discrimination through education29 . _________________ 28 com 381 final . 29 [ reference ] .


### the general objective of the programme is to support the educational , professional and personal development of people in education , training , youth and sport , in europe and beyond , thereby contributing to sustainable growth , jobs and social cohesion and to strengthening european identity . as such , the programme shall be a key instrument for building a european education area , supporting the implementation of the european strategic cooperation in the field of education and training , with its underlying sectoral agendas , advancing youth policy cooperation under the union youth strategy 2019 - 2027 and developing the european dimension in sport . ### the general objective of the programme is to support the educational , professional and personal development of people in education , training , youth and sport , in europe and beyond , thereby contributing to sustainable growth , quality jobs and social cohesion and to strengthening european identity . as such , the programme shall be a key instrument for building a european education area , supporting the implementation of the european strategic cooperation in the field of education and training , with its underlying sectoral agendas , advancing youth policy cooperation under the union youth strategy 2019 - 2027 , reinforcing lifelong learning and promoting an innovation - driven approach to education and training as well as a european dimension in sport ;


### as a way to ensure cooperation with other union instruments and support to other policies of the union , mobility opportunities should be offered to people in various sectors of activity , such as the public sector , agriculture and enterprise , to have a learning experience abroad allowing them , at any stage of their life , to grow and develop professionally but also personally , in particular by developing an awareness of their european identity and an understanding of european cultural diversity . the programme should offer an entry point for union transnational mobility schemes with a strong learning dimension , simplifying the offer of such schemes for beneficiaries and those taking part in these activities . the scaling - up of erasmus projects should be facilitated ; specific measures should be put in place to help promoters of erasmus projects to apply for grants or develop synergies through the support of the european structural and investment funds and the programmes relating to migration , security , justice and citizenship , health and culture . ### as a way to ensure cooperation with other union instruments and support to other policies of the union , mobility opportunities should be offered to people in various sectors of activity , such as the public and private sector , smes and enterprises , and agriculture , to have a training , internship and learning experience abroad allowing them , at any stage of their life , to grow and develop professionally and acquire professional skills relevant for the labour market . the programme should also encourage personal development , in particular by developing an awareness of their european identity and an understanding of european cultural diversity . the programme should offer an entry point for union transnational mobility schemes with a strong learning dimension , simplifying the offer of such schemes for beneficiaries and those taking part in these activities . the scaling - up of erasmus projects should be facilitated ; specific measures should be put in place to help promoters of erasmus projects to apply for grants or develop synergies through the support of the european structural and investment funds and the programmes relating to migration , security , justice and citizenship , health and culture .


### in its communication on ' a modern budget for a union that protects , empowers and defends - the multiannual financial framework for 2021 - 2027 ' 26 adopted on 2 may 2018 , the commission called for a stronger “youth” focus in the next financial framework , notably by more than doubling the size of the 2014 - 2020 erasmus + programme , one of the union’s most visible success stories . the focus of the new programme should be on inclusiveness , and to reach more young people with fewer opportunities . this should allow more young people to move to another country to learn or work . _________________ 26 com 321 final . ### in its communication on ' a modern budget for a union that protects , empowers and defends - the multiannual financial framework for 2021 - 2027 ' 26adopted on 2 may 2018 , the commission called for greater investment in people and a stronger ' youth ' focus in the next financial framework and recognised that the erasmus + programme has been one of the union’s most visible success stories . despite that overall success , the 2014 - 2020 programme remained unable to meet the high demand for funding and suffered from low project success rates . to remedy those shortcomings , it is necessary to increase the multiannual budget for the successor programme to the 2014 - 2020 programme . moreover , the successor programme aims to boost social inclusion by reaching more people with fewer opportunities and special needs , and incorporates a number of new and ambitious policy innovation initiatives reaching the most marginalized . therefore , it is necessary to triple the budget , in constant prices , for the successor programme as compared to the multiannual financial framework for the period 2014 - 2020 . _________________ 26 com 321 final .


### the programme should contribute to strengthening the union ' s innovation capacity notably by supporting mobility and cooperation activities that foster the development of competences in forward - looking study fields or disciplines such as science , technology , engineering and mathematics , climate change , the environment , clean energy , artificial intelligence , robotics , data analysis and arts / design , to help people develop knowledge , skills and competences needed for the future . ### the programme should contribute to strengthening the union ' s innovation capacity notably by supporting mobility and cooperation activities that foster the development of competences in forward - looking study fields or disciplines such as science , technology , engineering , arts and mathematics , digital skills , climate change , environmental protection , sustainable development , clean energy , artificial intelligence , robotics , data analysis and design and architecture , to help people develop knowledge , skills and competences needed for the future .


### policy dialogue and cooperation with relevant key stakeholders , including union - wide networks , european non - governmental organisations , and international organisations in the field of youth , the eu youth dialogue as well as support to the european youth forum ; ### policy dialogue and cooperation with relevant key stakeholders including union - wide networks , european non - governmental organisations and international organisations in the field of youth , including those working with young members of diasporas , the eu youth dialogue , and support to the european youth forum ;


### the financial envelope for the implementation of the programme for the period 2021 - 2027 shall be eur 30 000 000 000 in current prices . ### the financial envelope for the implementation of the programme for the period 2021 - 2027 shall be eur 41 097 000 000 in constant 2018 prices .


### on 16 september 2016 in bratislava , leaders of twenty - seven member states stressed their determination to provide better opportunities for youth . in the rome declaration signed on 25 march 2017 , leaders of twenty - seven member states and of the european council , the european parliament and the european commission pledged to work towards a union where young people receive the best education and training and can study and find jobs across the union ; a union which preserves our cultural heritage and promotes cultural diversity . ### on 16 september 2016 in bratislava , leaders of twenty - seven member states stressed their determination to provide better opportunities for youth . in the rome declaration signed on 25 march 2017 , leaders of twenty - seven member states and of the european council , the european parliament and the european commission pledged to work towards a union where young people receive the best education and training and can study and find jobs across the european continent and beyond ; a union which preserves our cultural heritage and promotes cultural diversity ; a union which fights unemployment , discrimination , social exclusion and poverty .


### the programme should also enhance the learning of languages , in particular through widened use of online tools , as e - learning offers additional advantages for language learning in terms of access and flexibility . ### the programme should also enhance the learning of languages , including on - site language courses and widened use of online tools , as e - learning offers additional advantages for language learning in terms of access and flexibility . the erasmus online linguistic support should be tailored to the specific needs of participants of the programme and open to everybody .


### the programme should contribute to facilitating transparency and recognition of skills and qualifications , as well as the transfer of credits or units of learning outcomes , to foster quality assurance and to support validation of non - formal and informal learning , skills management and guidance . in this regard , the programme should also provide support to contact points and networks at national and union level that facilitate cross - european exchanges as well as the development of flexible learning pathways between different fields of education , training and youth and across formal and non - formal settings . ### the programme should contribute to facilitating transparency and automatic mutual recognition of skills , qualifications and diplomas , as well as the transfer of credits or other proof of learning outcomes , to foster quality assurance and to support validation of non - formal and informal learning , skills management and guidance . in this regard , the programme should also provide support to contact points and networks at national and union level that facilitate cross - european exchanges as well as the development of flexible learning pathways between different fields of education , training and youth and across formal and non - formal settings .


### actions eligible under the programme which have been assessed in a call for proposals under the programme and which comply with the minimum quality requirements of that call for proposals , but which are not financed due to budgetary constraints , may be selected for funding by the european structural and investment funds . in this case the co - financing rates and the eligibility rules based on this regulation shall apply . these actions shall be implemented by the managing authority referred to in article [ 65 ] of regulation xx [ cpr ] in accordance with the rules set out in that regulation and fund specific regulations , including rules on financial corrections . ### an action eligible under the programme may be awarded a seal of excellence and therefore may be selected for funding by the european structural and investment funds , provided that it complies with the following cumulative conditions : it has been assessed in a call for proposals under the programme ; it complies with the minimum quality requirements of that call for proposals ; it cannot be financed under that call for proposals due to budgetary constraints .


### this regulation lays down a financial envelope for the programme which is to constitute the prime reference amount , within the meaning of [ reference to be updated as appropriate point 17 of the interinstitutional agreement between the european parliament , the council and the commission on budgetary discipline , on cooperation in budgetary matters and on sound financial management34 ] , for the european parliament and the council during the annual budgetary procedure . _________________ 34 oj l [ … ] , [ … ] , p . [ … ] . ### this regulation lays down a financial envelope for the entire duration of the programme which is to constitute the prime reference amount , within the meaning of [ reference to be updated as appropriate point 17 of the interinstitutional agreement between the european parliament , the council and the commission on budgetary discipline , on cooperation in budgetary matters and on sound financial management34 ] , for the european parliament and the council during the annual budgetary procedure . it should be ensured that , from 2021 , there is a significant increase in the annual budget for the programme , in comparison to the 2014 - 2020 multiannual financial framework , followed by linear and gradual growth in annual allocations . such a budgetary profile will help to ensure wider access from the very beginning of the 2021 - 2027 multiannual financial framework period and avoid disproportionate increases in the final years that might be difficult to absorb . _________________ 34 oj l [ … ] , [ … ] , p . [ … ] .


### eur 550 000 000 for actions in the field of sport referred to in articles 11 to 13 ; and ### 2 % of the amount referred in paragraph 1 for actions in the field of sport referred to in articles 11 to 13 ; and


### national agencies referred to in article 24 shall develop a consistent strategy with regard to the effective outreach as well as dissemination and exploitation of results of activities supported under the actions they manage within the programme , shall assist the commission in its general task of disseminating information concerning the programme , including information in respect of actions and activities managed at national and union level , and its results , and shall inform relevant target groups about the actions and activities undertaken in their country . ### national agencies referred to in article 24 , together with the european commission , shall develop an eu - wide consistent strategy with regard to the effective outreach as well as dissemination and exploitation of results of activities supported under the actions they manage within the programme , including information regarding actions and activities managed at the national and union level , and its results . national agencies shall inform relevant target groups about the actions and activities undertaken in their country , with a view to enhancing outreach across and cooperation with the wide spectrum of stakeholders , and to support a cross - sectoral approach in the programme ' s implementation .


### as regards the actions referred to in articles 4 to 6 , points and of article 7 , and articles 8 to 10 , 12 and 13 , the programme may be open to the participation of the following third countries : ### as regards the actions referred to in articles 4 to 6 , points and of article 7 , and articles 8 to 13 , the programme may be open to the participation of third countries .


### ' higher education student ' means any person enrolled at a higher education institution , including at short - cycle , bachelor , master or doctoral level or equivalent . it also covers recent graduates ; ### ' higher education student ' means any person enrolled at a higher education institution , including at short - cycle , bachelor , master or doctoral level or equivalent , or any person who has graduated from such an institution within the previous 12 months ;


### in this context , it is necessary to establish the successor programme for education , training , youth and sport of the 2014 - 2020 erasmus + programme established by regulation no 1288 / 2013 of the european parliament and the council27 . the integrated nature of the 2014 - 2020 programme covering learning in all contexts - formal , non - formal and informal , and at all stages of life - should be maintained to boost flexible learning paths allowing individuals to develop those competences that are necessary to face the challenges of the twenty - first century . _________________ 27 regulation no 1288 / 2013 of the european parliament and the council of 11 december 2013 establishing ' erasmus + ' : the union programme for education , training , youth and sport and repealing decisions no 1719 / 2006 / ec , no 1720 / 2006 / ec and no 1298 / 2008 / ec . ### in this context , it is necessary to establish the successor programme for education , training , youth and sport of the 2014 - 2020 erasmus + programme established by regulation no 1288 / 2013 of the european parliament and the council27 . the integrated nature of the 2014 - 2020 programme covering learning in all contexts - formal , non - formal and informal , and at all stages of life - should be maintained to boost flexible learning paths allowing individuals to develop the skills and competences that are necessary to face the challenges and make the most of the opportunities of the twenty - first century . _________________ 27 regulation no 1288 / 2013 of the european parliament and the council of 11 december 2013 establishing ' erasmus + ' : the union programme for education , training , youth and sport and repealing decisions no 1719 / 2006 / ec , no 1720 / 2006 / ec and no 1298 / 2008 / ec .


### national agencies referred to in article 24 shall develop a consistent strategy with regard to the effective outreach as well as dissemination and exploitation of results of activities supported under the actions they manage within the programme , shall assist the commission in its general task of disseminating information concerning the programme , including information in respect of actions and activities managed at national and union level , and its results , and shall inform relevant target groups about the actions and activities undertaken in their country . ### national agencies referred to in article 24 shall develop a consistent strategy with regard to the effective outreach as well as dissemination and exploitation of results of activities supported under the actions they manage within the programme , shall assist the commission in its general task of disseminating information concerning the programme , including information in respect of actions and activities managed at national and union level and its results . national agencies shall inform all relevant target groups about the actions and activities undertaken in their country , with a view to enhancing outreach across and cooperation with the wide spectrum of stakeholders and to support a cross - sectoral approach in the programme ' s implementation .


### the programme should be more inclusive by improving its outreach to those with fewer opportunities , including through more flexible learning mobility formats , and by fostering participation of small organisations , in particular newcomers and community - based grassroots organisations that work directly with disadvantaged learners of all ages . virtual formats , such as virtual cooperation , blended and virtual mobility , should be promoted to reach more participants , in particular those with fewer opportunities and those for whom moving physically to a country other than their country of residence would be an obstacle . ### the programme should be more inclusive by improving its outreach to those with fewer opportunities , including through more flexible and accessible learning mobility spaces , structures and resources and through accessible learning frameworks , materials and formats and by investing in teacher training for inclusive and non - discriminatory learning . such a strategy for a more inclusive programme should also be promoted by fostering participation of small organisations , in particular newcomers and community - based grassroots organisations that work directly with learners with fewer opportunities of all ages .


### the programme is a key component of building a european education area . it should be equipped to contribute to the successor of the strategic framework for cooperation in education and training and the skills agenda for europe28 with a shared commitment to the strategic importance of skills and competences for sustaining jobs , growth and competitiveness . it should support member states in reaching the goals of the paris declaration on promoting citizenship and the common values of freedom , tolerance and non - discrimination through education29 . _________________ 28 com 381 final . 29 [ reference ] . ### the programme is a key component of building a european education area by 2025 , as agreed by the member states at the gothenburg social summit . it should be equipped to contribute to the successor of the strategic framework for cooperation in education and training and the skills agenda for europe28 with a shared commitment to the strategic importance of skills , competences and knowledge for sustaining jobs , growth , competitiveness , innovation and social cohesion . it should support member states in reaching the goals of the paris declaration on promoting citizenship and the common values of freedom , tolerance and non - discrimination through education29 . _________________ 28 com 381 final . 29 [ reference ] .


### in its communication on ' a modern budget for a union that protects , empowers and defends - the multiannual financial framework for 2021 - 2027 ' 26 adopted on 2 may 2018 , the commission called for a stronger “youth” focus in the next financial framework , notably by more than doubling the size of the 2014 - 2020 erasmus + programme , one of the union’s most visible success stories . the focus of the new programme should be on inclusiveness , and to reach more young people with fewer opportunities . this should allow more young people to move to another country to learn or work . _________________ 26 com 321 final . ### in its communication on ' a modern budget for a union that protects , empowers and defends - the multiannual financial framework for 2021 - 2027 ' 26adopted on 2 may 2018 , the commission called for greater investment in people and a stronger ' youth ' focus in the next financial framework and recognised that the erasmus + programme has been one of the union’s most visible success stories . despite that overall success , the 2014 - 2020 programme remained unable to meet the high demand for funding and suffered from low project success rates . to remedy those shortcomings , it is necessary to increase the multiannual budget for the successor programme to the 2014 - 2020 programme . moreover , the successor programme aims to boost social inclusion by reaching more people with fewer opportunities and special needs , and incorporates a number of new and ambitious policy innovation initiatives reaching the most marginalized . therefore , it is necessary to triple the budget , in constant prices , for the successor programme as compared to the multiannual financial framework for the period 2014 - 2020 . _________________ 26 com 321 final .


### eur 24 940 000 000 for actions in the field of education and training , from which : ### 14% of the amount referred to in paragraph 1 for actions in the field of education and training , from which :


### the programme should be more inclusive by improving its outreach to those with fewer opportunities , including through more flexible learning mobility formats , and by fostering participation of small organisations , in particular newcomers and community - based grassroots organisations that work directly with disadvantaged learners of all ages . virtual formats , such as virtual cooperation , blended and virtual mobility , should be promoted to reach more participants , in particular those with fewer opportunities and those for whom moving physically to a country other than their country of residence would be an obstacle . ### the programme should be more inclusive by improving its outreach to those with fewer opportunities , including through more flexible learning mobility formats , simplified administrative procedures , youth - friendly and clear information and communication about the programme and by fostering and supporting the participation of local organisations , in particular newcomers and volunteer - based grassroots organisations that work directly with disadvantaged learners of all ages . simplified procedures , such as accreditation through compliance with quality charters , should be put in place to allow experienced mobility providers to support institutions and organisations with limited resources and capacities , with a view to enhancing outreach , inclusion and quality of learning mobility . virtual formats , such as virtual cooperation , blended and virtual mobility , should be promoted as a complementary aspect of a physical mobility to reach more participants , in particular those with fewer opportunities and those for whom moving physically to a country other than their country of residence would be an obstacle .


### the international dimension of the programme should be boosted aiming at offering a greater number of opportunities for mobility , cooperation and policy dialogue with third countries not associated to the programme . building on the successful implementation of international higher education and youth activities under the predecessor programmes in the fields of education , training and youth , the international mobility activities should be extended to other sectors , such as in vocational education and training . ### the international dimension of the programme should be boosted aiming at i ) increasing opportunities for mobility and cooperation for individuals and organisations from less developed countries of the world by supporting capacity - building in third countries , skills ' development , people - to - people exchanges ; ii ) offering a greater number of opportunities for cooperation and mobility with developed and emerging countries to allow young europeans and european education systems to better face global challenges for the future , thus contributing to the growth and the competitiveness of the union . building on the successful implementation of international higher education and youth activities under the predecessor programmes in the fields of education , training and youth , the international mobility activities should be extended to other sectors , such as in vocational education and training and sport .


### in addition to the financial envelope as indicated in paragraph 1 , and in order to promote the international dimension of the programme , an additional financial contribution shall be made available from regulation … / … [ neighbourhood development and international cooperation instrument ] 46 and from regulation … / … [ ipa iii ] 47 , to support actions implemented and managed in accordance with this regulation . this contribution shall be financed in accordance with the regulations establishing those instruments . _________________ 46 [ reference ] . 47 [ reference ] . ### in addition to the financial envelope as indicated in paragraph 1 , and in order to promote the international dimension of the programme , the regulation … / … [ neighbourhood development and international cooperation instrument46and regulation … / … [ ipa iii ] 47 shall financially contribute to actions established under this regulation . this regulation shall apply to the use of these funds , while ensuring conformity with the regulations respectively governing the ndici and ipa iii . _________________ 46 [ reference ] . 47 [ reference ] .


### as a way to ensure cooperation with other union instruments and support to other policies of the union , mobility opportunities should be offered to people in various sectors of activity , such as the public sector , agriculture and enterprise , to have a learning experience abroad allowing them , at any stage of their life , to grow and develop professionally but also personally , in particular by developing an awareness of their european identity and an understanding of european cultural diversity . the programme should offer an entry point for union transnational mobility schemes with a strong learning dimension , simplifying the offer of such schemes for beneficiaries and those taking part in these activities . the scaling - up of erasmus projects should be facilitated ; specific measures should be put in place to help promoters of erasmus projects to apply for grants or develop synergies through the support of the european structural and investment funds and the programmes relating to migration , security , justice and citizenship , health and culture . ### as a way to ensure cooperation with other union instruments and support to other policies of the union , mobility opportunities should be offered to people in various sectors of activity , such as the public and private sector , smes and enterprises , and agriculture , to have a training , internship and learning experience abroad allowing them , at any stage of their life , to grow and develop professionally and acquire professional skills relevant for the labour market . the programme should also encourage personal development , in particular by developing an awareness of their european identity and an understanding of european cultural diversity . the programme should offer an entry point for union transnational mobility schemes with a strong learning dimension , simplifying the offer of such schemes for beneficiaries and those taking part in these activities . the scaling - up of erasmus projects should be facilitated ; specific measures should be put in place to help promoters of erasmus projects to apply for grants or develop synergies through the support of the european structural and investment funds and the programmes relating to migration , security , justice and citizenship , health and culture .


### the programme should also enhance the learning of languages , in particular through widened use of online tools , as e - learning offers additional advantages for language learning in terms of access and flexibility . ### the programme should also enhance the learning of languages , including sign languages , minority and neighbouring languages , in particular through widened use of accessible online tools , as well as traditional classroom language teaching , in order to overcome one of the students ' mobility barriers .


### in compliance with the financial regulation , the commission should adopt work programmes and inform the european parliament and the council thereof . the work programme should set out the measures needed for their implementation in line with the general and specific objectives of the programme , the selection and award criteria for grants , as well as all other elements required . work programmes and any amendments to them should be adopted by implementing acts in accordance with the examination procedure . ### given that the programme is to be implemented over a seven - year period , it is necessary to provide for adequate flexibility in order to enable it to adapt to changing realities and political priorities within the field of education , training , youth and sport . therefore , this regulation does not define in detail how initiatives are to be designed and it does not prejudge political priorities or respective budgetary priorities for the next seven years . instead , the secondary policy choices and priorities , including details of specific initiatives , should be determined by means of work programmes in compliance with the financial regulation . the work programme should also set out the measures needed for implementation in line with the general and specific objectives of the programme , the selection and award criteria for grants , as well as all other elements required . work programmes and any amendments to them should be adopted by means of a delegated act . it is of particular importance that the commission carry out appropriate consultations during its preparatory work , including at expert level , and that those consultations be conducted in accordance with the principles laid down in the interinstitutional agreement on better law - making . in particular , to ensure equal participation in the preparation of delegated acts , the european parliament and the council receive all documents at the same time as member states ' experts , and their experts systematically have access to meetings of commission expert groups dealing with the preparation of delegated acts .


### while the regulatory framework already allowed member states and regions to establish synergies in the previous programming period between erasmus + and other union instruments , such as the european structural and investment funds , which also support the qualitative development of education , training and youth systems in the union , this potential has so far been underexploited , thus limiting the systemic effects of projects and impact on policy . effective communication and cooperation should take place at national level between the national bodies in charge of managing these various instruments to maximise their respective impact . the programme should allow for active cooperation with these instruments . ### while the regulatory framework already allowed member states and regions to establish synergies in the previous programming period between erasmus + and other union instruments , such as the european structural and investment funds , which also support the qualitative development of education , training and youth systems in the union , this potential has so far been underexploited , thus limiting the systemic effects of projects and impact on policy . effective communication and cooperation should take place at national level between the national bodies in charge of managing these various instruments to maximise their respective impact . the programme should allow for active cooperation with these instruments , in particular by ensuring that a high - quality application that cannot be financed under the programme , owing to insufficient funds , can be immediately considered for financing , without further modification , under the european structural and investment funds . such cross - programme synergies should enable increased project success rates .


### the programme should contribute to facilitating transparency and recognition of skills and qualifications , as well as the transfer of credits or units of learning outcomes , to foster quality assurance and to support validation of non - formal and informal learning , skills management and guidance . in this regard , the programme should also provide support to contact points and networks at national and union level that facilitate cross - european exchanges as well as the development of flexible learning pathways between different fields of education , training and youth and across formal and non - formal settings . ### the programme should contribute to facilitating transparency and recognition of skills and qualifications , as well as the transfer of credits or units of learning outcomes , to foster quality assurance and to support validation of non - formal and informal learning , skills management and guidance . in particular , in the field of vocational training , harmonising national systems should ensure , with regard to the awarding of qualifications , that competences and outcomes are validated and recognised in the context of intra - eu mobility and vis - à - vis third countries involved in the erasmus programme . in this regard , the programme should also provide support to contact points and networks at national and union level that facilitate cross - european exchanges as well as the development of flexible learning pathways between different fields of education , training and youth and across formal and non - formal settings .


### in this context , it is necessary to establish the successor programme for education , training , youth and sport of the 2014 - 2020 erasmus + programme established by regulation no 1288 / 2013 of the european parliament and the council27 . the integrated nature of the 2014 - 2020 programme covering learning in all contexts - formal , non - formal and informal , and at all stages of life - should be maintained to boost flexible learning paths allowing individuals to develop those competences that are necessary to face the challenges of the twenty - first century . _________________ 27 regulation no 1288 / 2013 of the european parliament and the council of 11 december 2013 establishing ' erasmus + ' : the union programme for education , training , youth and sport and repealing decisions no 1719 / 2006 / ec , no 1720 / 2006 / ec and no 1298 / 2008 / ec . ### in this context , it is necessary to establish the successor programme for education , training , youth and sport of the 2014 - 2020 erasmus + programme established by regulation no 1288 / 2013 of the european parliament and the council27 . the integrated nature of the 2014 - 2020 programme covering learning in all contexts - formal , non - formal and informal , and at all stages of life - should be maintained to boost flexible learning paths allowing individuals to develop the skills and competences that are necessary to face the challenges and make the most of the opportunities of the twenty - first century . in connection with this , it is necessary to create a framework that coordinates and supports the career orientation of young people and also the development of their skills which are necessary for the labour market . _________________ 27 regulation no 1288 / 2013 of the european parliament and the council of 11 december 2013 establishing ' erasmus + ' : the union programme for education , training , youth and sport and repealing decisions no 1719 / 2006 / ec , no 1720 / 2006 / ec and no 1298 / 2008 / ec .


### in its communication on ' a modern budget for a union that protects , empowers and defends - the multiannual financial framework for 2021 - 2027 ' 26 adopted on 2 may 2018 , the commission called for a stronger “youth” focus in the next financial framework , notably by more than doubling the size of the 2014 - 2020 erasmus + programme , one of the union’s most visible success stories . the focus of the new programme should be on inclusiveness , and to reach more young people with fewer opportunities . this should allow more young people to move to another country to learn or work . ### in its communication on ' a modern budget for a union that protects , empowers and defends - the multiannual financial framework for 2021 - 2027 ' 26adopted on 2 may 2018 , the commission called for a stronger “youth” focus in the next financial framework , notably by more than doubling the size of the 2014 - 2020 erasmus + programme , one of the union’s most visible success stories . in its resolution of 14 march 2018 on the next multiannual financial framework , the european parliament called for the programme’s budget to be tripled on order to maintain its success , achieve its goals including increased inclusiveness , as well as reduce its shortcomings and barriers to participation . the focus of the new programme should be on inclusiveness , and to reach more young people with fewer opportunities . this should allow more young people to move to another country to learn or work .


### the mid - term evaluation report of the 2014 - 2020 erasmus + programme confirmed that the creation of a single programme on education , training , youth and sport resulted in significant simplification , rationalisation and synergies in the management of the programme while further improvements are necessary to further consolidate the efficiency gains of the 2014 - 2020 programme . in the consultations for the mid - term evaluation and on the future programme , member states and stakeholders made a strong call for continuity in the programme ' s scope , architecture and delivery mechanisms , while calling for a number of improvements , such as making the programme more inclusive . they also expressed their full support for keeping the programme integrated and underpinned by the lifelong learning paradigm . the european parliament , in its resolution of 2 february 2017 on the implementation of erasmus + , welcomed the integrated structure of the programme and called on the commission to exploit fully the lifelong learning dimension of the programme by fostering and encouraging cross - sectoral cooperation in the future programme . member states and stakeholders also highlighted the need to keep a strong international dimension in the programme and to extend it to other sectors of education and training . ### the mid - term evaluation report of the 2014 - 2020 erasmus + programme confirmed that the creation of a single programme on education , training , youth and sport resulted in significant simplification , rationalisation and synergies in the management of the programme while further improvements are necessary to further consolidate the efficiency gains of the 2014 - 2020 programme . in the consultations for the mid - term evaluation and on the future programme , member states and stakeholders made a strong call for continuity in the programme ' s scope , architecture and delivery mechanisms , while calling for a number of improvements , such as making the programme more inclusive . they also expressed their full support for keeping the programme integrated and underpinned by the lifelong learning paradigm . the european parliament , in its resolution of 2 february 2017 on the implementation of erasmus + , welcomed the integrated structure of the programme and called on the commission to exploit fully the lifelong learning dimension of the programme by fostering and encouraging cross - sectoral cooperation in the future programme . the european commission ' s impact assessment , member states and stakeholders also highlighted the need to further strengthen the international dimension in the programme and to extend it in scope to other sectors of education and training , youth and sport .


### in line with the commission ' s communication on ' a stronger and renewed strategic partnership with the union ' s outermost regions ' 36 , the programme should take into account the specific situation of these regions . measures will be taken to increase the outermost regions ' participation in all actions . mobility exchanges and cooperation between people and organisations from these regions and third countries , in particular their neighbours , should be fostered . such measures will be monitored and evaluated regularly . _________________ 36 com0623 . ### in line with the commission ' s communication on ' a stronger and renewed strategic partnership with the union ' s outermost regions ' 36 , the programme should take into account the specific situation of these regions . measures will be taken to increase the outermost regions ' participation in all actions , particularly by means of virtual cooperation . mobility exchanges and cooperation between people and organisations from these regions and third countries , in particular their neighbours , should be fostered , as should online learning programmes . such measures will be monitored and evaluated regularly . _________________ 36 com0623 .


### the general objective of the programme is to support the educational , professional and personal development of people in education , training , youth and sport , in europe and beyond , thereby contributing to sustainable growth , jobs and social cohesion and to strengthening european identity . as such , the programme shall be a key instrument for building a european education area , supporting the implementation of the european strategic cooperation in the field of education and training , with its underlying sectoral agendas , advancing youth policy cooperation under the union youth strategy 2019 - 2027 and developing the european dimension in sport . ### the general objective of the programme is to support the educational , professional and personal development of people in education , training , youth and sport , in europe and beyond , thereby contributing to sustainable growth , jobs and social cohesion and to strengthening european identity . as such , the programme shall be a key instrument for building a european education area , supporting the implementation of the european strategic cooperation in the field of education and training , including automatic mutual recognition of qualifications , diplomas and learning periods abroad , advancing youth policy cooperation under the union youth strategy 2019 - 2027 and developing the european dimension in sport .


### in its communication on ' a modern budget for a union that protects , empowers and defends - the multiannual financial framework for 2021 - 2027 ' 26 adopted on 2 may 2018 , the commission called for a stronger “youth” focus in the next financial framework , notably by more than doubling the size of the 2014 - 2020 erasmus + programme , one of the union’s most visible success stories . the focus of the new programme should be on inclusiveness , and to reach more young people with fewer opportunities . this should allow more young people to move to another country to learn or work . _________________ 26 com 321 final . ### in its communication on ' a modern budget for a union that protects , empowers and defends - the multiannual financial framework for 2021 - 2027 ' 26adopted on 2 may 2018 , the commission called for greater investment in people and a stronger ' youth ' focus in the next financial framework and recognised that the erasmus + programme has been one of the union’s most visible success stories . despite that overall success , the 2014 - 2020programme remained unable to meet the high demand for funding and suffered from low project success rates . to remedy those shortcomings , it is necessary to increase the multiannual budget for the successor programme to the 2014 - 2020programme . moreover , the successor programme aims to boost social inclusion by reaching more people from disadvantaged backgrounds and people with disabilities and other special needs , and incorporates a number of new and ambitious initiatives . therefore , it is necessary to triple the budget , in constant prices , for the successor programme as compared to the multiannual financial framework for the period 2014 - 2020 . _________________ 26 com 321 final .


### within a basic envelope for actions to be managed by the national agencies in the field of education and training , a breakdown of minimum allocation per sector should be defined in order to guarantee a critical mass of appropriations to reach the intended output and results in each of these sectors . ### within a basic envelope for actions to be managed by the national agencies in the field of education and training , a breakdown of minimum allocation per sector should be defined in order to guarantee a critical mass of appropriations to reach the intended output and results in each of these sectors . the exact budget allocation by action and initiative should be laid down in the work programme .


### the financial envelope for the implementation of the programme for the period 2021 - 2027 shall be eur 30 000 000 000 in current prices . ### the financial envelope for the implementation of the programme for the period 2021 - 2027 shall be eur 41 097 000 000 in constant prices .


### the programme shall be implemented by work programmes referred to in article [ 108 ] of the financial regulation . in addition , the work programme shall give an indication of the amount allocated to each action and of the distribution of funds between the member states and third countries associated to the programme for the actions to be managed through the national agency . the work programme shall be adopted by the commission by means of an implementing act . those implementing acts shall be adopted in accordance with the examination procedure referred to in article 31 . ### the secondary policy choices and priorities , including details of specific initiatives outlined in articles 4 to 13 , shall be determined by means of a work programme as referred to in article 110 of the financial regulation . the work programme shall also set out how the programme is to be implemented . in addition , the work programme shall give an indication of the amount allocated to each action and of the distribution of funds between the member states and third countries associated to the programme for the actions to be managed through the national agency . the commission is empowered to adopt delegated acts in accordance with article 30 in order to supplement this regulation by adopting the work programme .


### to increase the use of virtual cooperation activities , the programme should support a more systematic use of the online platforms such as etwinning , the school education gateway , the electronic platform for adult learning in europe , the european youth portal and the online platform for higher education . ### to increase the use of virtual cooperation activities , the programme should support more systematic use of existing online platforms , such as etwinning , the school education gateway , the electronic platform for adult learning in europe , the european youth portal and the online platform for higher education . the programme should also encourage the development of new online platforms to strengthen and modernise the delivery of education , training , sport and youth policy at european level .


### reflecting the importance of tackling climate change in line with the union ' s commitments to implement the paris agreement and achieve the united nations ' sustainable development goals , this programme will contribute to mainstream climate action in the union ' s policies and to the achievement of an overall target of 25% of the union budget expenditures supporting climate objectives . relevant actions will be identified during the programme ' s preparation and implementation and reassessed in the context of the relevant evaluations and review process . ### reflecting the importance of tackling climate change in line with the union ' s commitments to implement the paris agreement and achieve the united nations ' sustainable development goals , this programme will contribute to mainstream climate action in the union ' s policies and to the achievement of an overall target of at least 25% of the union budget expenditures supporting climate objectives over the period covered by the 2021 - 2027 mff , and an annual target of 30% to be introduced as quickly as possible , and at the latest in 2027 . relevant actions will be identified during the programme ' s preparation and implementation and reassessed in the context of the relevant evaluations and review process .


### the programme should contribute to strengthening the union ' s innovation capacity notably by supporting mobility and cooperation activities that foster the development of competences in forward - looking study fields or disciplines such as science , technology , engineering and mathematics , climate change , the environment , clean energy , artificial intelligence , robotics , data analysis and arts / design , to help people develop knowledge , skills and competences needed for the future . ### the programme should contribute to strengthening the union ' s innovation capacity notably by supporting mobility and cooperation activities that foster the development of competences in forward - looking study fields or disciplines such as science , technology , engineering , arts and mathematics , digital skills , climate change , environmental protection , sustainable development , clean energy , artificial intelligence , robotics , data analysis and design and architecture , to help people develop knowledge , skills and competences needed for the future .


### the programme should be more inclusive by improving its outreach to those with fewer opportunities , including through more flexible learning mobility formats , and by fostering participation of small organisations , in particular newcomers and community - based grassroots organisations that work directly with disadvantaged learners of all ages . virtual formats , such as virtual cooperation , blended and virtual mobility , should be promoted to reach more participants , in particular those with fewer opportunities and those for whom moving physically to a country other than their country of residence would be an obstacle . ### the programme should be more inclusive by improving its outreach to those with fewer opportunities , including through more flexible mobility formats , simplified administrative procedures , targeting of beneficiary organisations working with groups under - represented in erasmus + , youth - friendly and clear information and communication about the programme and by fostering and supporting the participation of local organisations and small organisations , in particular newcomers , youth organisations , volunteer - based and community - based grassroots organisations that work directly with learners with fewer opportunities of all ages , and organisations working with and supporting people from marginalised groups , such as people with an ethnic minority background , people with disabilities and lgbti people . virtual formats , such as virtual cooperation , blended and virtual mobility , should be promoted to reach more participants and complement the mobility experience .


### third countries which are members of the european economic area may participate in the programme in the framework of the cooperation established under the european economic area agreement , which provides for the implementation of union programmes by a decision under that agreement . third countries may also participate on the basis of other legal instruments . this regulation should grant the necessary rights for and access to the authorising officer responsible , the european anti - fraud office as well as the european court of auditors to comprehensively exert their respective competences . the full participation of third countries in the programme should be subject to the conditions laid down in specific agreements covering the participation of the third country concerned to the programme . full participation entails , moreover , the obligation to set up a national agency and managing some of the actions of the programme at decentralised level . individuals and entities from third countries that are not associated to the programme should be able to participate in some of the actions of the programme , as defined in the work programme and the calls for proposals published by the commission . when implementing the programme , specific arrangements could be taken into account with regard to individuals and entities from european microstates . ### third countries which are members of the european economic area may participate in the programme in the framework of the cooperation established under the european economic area agreement , which provides for the implementation of union programmes by a decision under that agreement . third countries may also participate on the basis of other legal instruments . this regulation should grant the necessary rights for and access to the authorising officer responsible , the european anti - fraud office as well as the european court of auditors to comprehensively exert their respective competences . the full participation of third countries in the programme should be subject to the conditions laid down in specific agreements covering the participation of the third country concerned to the programme . individuals and entities from third countries that are not associated to the programme should participate in actions of the programme , as defined in the work programme and the calls for proposals published by the commission . when implementing the programme , specific arrangements could be taken into account with regard to individuals and entities from european microstates .


### an inspection during a regular service , not before five months but not later than seven months following the inspection . this inspection shall cover the items listed in annex iii and sufficient number of the items listed in annexes i and ii to ensure that the ro - ro ferry or high - speed passenger craft continues to fulfil all the necessary requirements for safe operation . ### a second inspection during a regular service , not before five months but not later than seven months following the inspection as set out in . this inspection shall cover the items listed in annex iii and a sufficient number of the items listed in annexes i and ii , to ensure that the ro - ro ferry or high - speed passenger craft continues to fulfil all the necessary requirements for safe operation .


### directive 1999 / 35 / ec provided that every 12 - month period a specific survey and a survey during regular service must be carried out by host states . although the objective of this requirement was to ensure that these two inspections are carried out with a certain interval between them , the refit fitness check demonstrated that this is not always the case . to remove the ambiguity of that requirement and to ensure a common safety level , it should be clarified that the two annual inspections should take place at regular , approximately six monthly intervals . ### directive 1999 / 35 / ec provided that every 12 - month period a specific survey and a survey during regular service must be carried out by host states . although the objective of this requirement was to ensure that these two inspections are carried out with a sufficient interval between them , the refit fitness check demonstrated that this is not always the case . in order to clarify the inspection regime and ensure a harmonised inspection framework that ensures a high safety level , while taking account of the common needs of the services , it should be clarified that the two annual inspections should take place at regular , approximately six monthly intervals , it being understood that the minimum interval should not be less than four months and more than eight months .


### the power to adopt delegated acts referred to in article 12 shall be conferred on the commission for an indeterminate period of time from [ the date of entry into force ] . ### the power to adopt delegated acts referred to in article 12 shall be conferred on the commission for a period of five years from [ the date of entry into force of this directive ] . the commission shall produce a report on the delegation of power within nine months of the five - year period coming to an end . the delegation of power shall be tacitly extended for periods of an identical duration , unless the european parliament or the council opposes such extension not later than three months before the end of each period .


### in order to prevent littering and other inappropriate forms of disposal resulting in marine litter containing plastic , consumers need to be properly informed about the most appropriate waste disposal options available and / or waste disposal options to be avoided , best practices with regard to waste disposal and the environmental impact of bad disposal practices as well as about the plastic content in certain single - use plastic products and fishing gear . therefore , member states should be required to take awareness raising measures ensuring that such information is given to the consumers . the information should not contain any promotional content encouraging the use of the single - use plastic products . member states should be able to choose the measures which are most appropriate based on the nature of the product or its use . producers of single - use plastic products and fishing gear containing plastic should cover the costs of the awareness raising measures as part of their extended producer responsibility obligation . ### in order to prevent littering and other inappropriate forms of disposal resulting in marine litter containing plastic , consumers need to be properly informed about the most appropriate waste disposal options available and / or waste disposal options to be avoided , best practices with regard to waste disposal and the environmental impact of bad disposal practices as well as about the plastic content in certain single - use plastic products and fishing gear , and available alternatives already on the market . therefore , member states should be required to take awareness raising measures ensuring that such information is given to the consumers . the information should not contain any promotional content encouraging the use of the single - use plastic products . member states should be able to choose the measures which are most appropriate based on the nature of the product or its use . producers of single - use plastic products and fishing gear containing plastic should cover the costs of the awareness raising measures as part of their extended producer responsibility obligation .


### member states shall ensure that extended producer responsibility schemes are established for fishing gear containing plastic placed on the union market , in accordance with the provisions on extended producer responsibility in directive 2008 / 98 / ec . ### member states shall ensure that extended producer responsibility schemes are established for fishing gear containing plastic placed on the union market , in accordance with the provisions on extended producer responsibility in directive 2008 / 98 / ec . member states shall ensure that those extended producer responsibility schemes achieve an improved recycling level for fishing gears . in order to ensure that , member states shall require the schemes to inter alia : establish deposit - refund schemes to encourage the return of old , derelict or unstable fishing gear except in small unmanned ports or in remotely located ports , notably on remote islands include monitoring , tracking and reporting programmes ; and cover retrieval operations


### facilitate access for individuals and employers to information on their rights and obligations as well as to relevant services ; ### facilitate access for individuals and employers to information on their rights and obligations as well as to the relevant services and authorities .


### promote the exchange and dissemination of experiences and good practices , including examples of cooperation between the relevant national authorities ; ### promote the exchange and dissemination of experiences and good practices , including examples of cooperation between the relevant national authorities and existing cooperation organisations ;


### the authority shall promote the use of electronic tools and procedures for message exchange between national authorities , including the internal market information system and the electronic exchange of social security information system . ### the authority shall promote the use of electronic tools and procedures for message exchange between national authorities , including the internal market information system and the electronic exchange of social security information system . with the objective of verifying the correct application of and compliance with union law , inspectors responsible for roadside checks shall have direct real - time access , via an electronic application common to all member states , both to the system interconnecting national registers of transport undertakings and activities , erru , and to information on the driver’s posting declaration through the imi . in this context , the authority shall promote this electronic application that will provide direct real - time access to the erru and imi during roadside checks .


### mediate and facilitate a solution in cases of cross - border disputes between national authorities or labour market disruptions . ### mediate and facilitate a solution in cases of cross - border disputes or a persistent lack of cooperation between the national and / or relevant authorities or labour market disruptions .


### manage the transport operations carried out with the vehicles referred to in point with the appropriate technical equiment situated in that member state ; ; ### manage effectively and continuously the transport operations carried out with the appropriate technical equipment situated in that member state ; ;


### the rules on national transport performed on a temporary basis by non - resident hauliers in a host member state should be clear , simple and easy to enforce , while broadly maintaining the level of liberalisation achieved so far . ### the rules on national transport performed on a temporary basis by non - resident hauliers in a host member state should be clear , simple and easy to enforce , while maintaining the level of liberalisation achieved so far


### manage the transport operations carried out with the vehicles referred to in point with the appropriate technical equiment situated in that member state ; ; ### manage effectively and continuously the transport operations carried out with the vehicles referred to in point with the appropriate technical equipment situated in that member state ;


### have premises in which it keeps its core business documents , in particular its commercial contracts , accounting documents , personnel management documents , labour contracts , documents containing data relating to driving time and rest and any other document to which the competent authority must have access in order to verify compliance with the conditions laid down in this regulation ; ; ### have premises in which it keeps its original business documents , or ensure access to the documents electronically , in particular its transport contracts , accounting documents , personnel management documents , labour contracts , social security documents , documents relating to collective agreements , where appropriate , documents containing data relating to driving time and rest and any other document to which the competent authority must have access in order to verify compliance with the conditions laid down in this regulation ;


### conduct effectively and continuously its administrative and commercial activities with the appropriate administrative equipment and facilities at premises situated in that member state ; ; ### conduct effectively and continuously its administrative and commercial activities with the appropriate administrative equipment and facilities at premises referred to in point situated in that member state ;


### in view of their potential to considerably affect the road haulage market , as well as the social protection of workers , serious infringements of union rules on the posting of workers and the law applicable to contractual obligations should be added to the items relevant to the assessment of good repute . ### in view of their potential to considerably affect the road haulage market , as well as the social protection of workers , serious infringements of union rules on the posting of workers , cabotage and the law applicable to contractual obligations should be added to the items relevant to the assessment of good repute .


### any environmental incidents observed following administration of a veterinary medicinal product to an animal ; ### any adverse or unintended reaction , such as leakage of antimicrobials into soil and water , observed in non - target species in the wider environment following administration of a veterinary medicinal product to an animal , including animals of non - target species ;


### marketing authorisation holders shall record in the pharmacovigilance database all adverse events which were reported to them by healthcare professionals and animal holders and that occurred within the union or in a third country with regard to their authorised veterinary medicinal products , within 30 days following the receipt of the adverse event report . ### marketing authorisation holders shall notify electronically all serious adverse events and human events relating to the use of veterinary medicinal products that are brought to their attention or which they can reasonably be expected to have knowledge of to the competent authority of the member state on whose territory the incident occurred and no later than 15 days following receipt of the information . the remaining adverse events relating to the use of veterinary medicinal products that are brought to the attention of the marketing authorisation holders or of which they can reasonably be expected to have knowledge , shall be notified electronically to the pharmacovigilance database no later than 30 days following receipt of the information . different requirements shall apply for adverse events observed in clinical trials .


### documentation on the direct or indirect risks to public or animal health of use of the antimicrobial veterinary medicinal product in animals , ### documentation on the direct or indirect risks to public or animal health or the environment of use of the antimicrobial veterinary medicinal product in animals ,


### by way of derogation from article 5 , a marketing authorisation for a limited market shall be granted for a period of 3 years . ### by way of derogation from article 5 , a marketing authorisation for a limited market shall be granted for a period of 5 years .


### by way of derogation from article 111 , where there is no authorised veterinary medicinal product in a member state for a condition affecting a food - producing aquatic species , the veterinarian responsible may , under his direct personal responsibility and in particular to avoid causing unacceptable suffering , treat the animals concerned with any of the following medicinal products : veterinary medicinal products authorised under this regulation in the member state concerned for use with another food - producing aquatic species , or for another condition in the same aquatic species ; b . veterinary medicinal products authorised under this regulation in another member state for use in the same aquatic species or in another food - producing aquatic species for the condition in question or for another condition . ### if there is no product as referred to in paragraph 1 , a medicinal product for human use authorised in the member state concerned in accordance with directive 2001 / 83 / ec or under regulation no 726 / 2004 , or a veterinary medicinal product prepared extemporaneously in accordance with the terms of a veterinary prescription by a person authorised to do so under national law , may be used to treat the animal concerned . antimicrobial medicinal products for human use may be employed , subject to the issuing of a prescription by a veterinarian and approval by the veterinary authority responsible for monitoring the work of the veterinarian in question , only if treatment with a veterinary medicinal product as referred to in paragraph 1 is not possible .


### upon request from the coordination group or the agency , holders of the marketing authorisations for products included in a group of similar products identified for a harmonisation of the summaries of the product characteristics shall submit information concerning their products . ### upon request from the coordination group or the agency , holders of the marketing authorisations for products included in a group of essentially similar products identified for a harmonisation of the summaries of the product characteristics or the holder of the marketing authorisations for a same product identified for harmonisation of marketing authorisations shall submit information concerning their products , including a proposal for harmonisation of the summaries of the product characteristics for their medicines which belong to the group .


### retail of anabolic , anti - infectious , anti - parasitic , anti - inflammatory , hormonal or psychotropic veterinary medicinal products ### retail of prescription only veterinary medicinal products or active substances , with anabolic , anti - infectious , anti - parasitic , anti - inflammatory , hormonal or psychotropic properties


### a harmonised summary of product characteristics shall be prepared in accordance with the procedure laid down in article 69 for veterinary medicinal products , other than homeopathic veterinary medicinal products , which have the same qualitative and quantitative composition of their active substances and the same pharmaceutical form and for which national marketing authorisations have been granted in different member states before 1 january 2004 . ### a harmonised summary of product characteristics shall be prepared in accordance with the procedure laid down in article 69 for veterinary medicinal products , other than homeopathic veterinary medicinal products , which have the same qualitative and quantitative composition of their active substances , the same pharmaceutical form , and have been shown to be bioequivalent and for which national marketing authorisations have been granted in different member states and for which nationally approved summaries of product characteristics show an unacceptable divergence .


### 10 years for the veterinary medicinal products for cattle , sheep , pigs , chickens , dogs and cats ; ### 10 years for the veterinary medicinal products for cattle , sheep reared for meat , pigs , chickens , dogs and cats .


### special conditions for use , including restrictions on the use of antimicrobials in order to limit the risk of development of antimicrobial resistance , ### special conditions for use , including restrictions on the use of antimicrobials in order to limit the risk of development of antimicrobial resistance , and specifying that the product is not allowed to be used as a routine preventive measure ,


### member states shall collect relevant and comparable data on the volume of sales and the use of veterinary antimicrobial medicinal products . ### member states shall collect relevant , comparable and sufficiently detailed data on the volume of sales and the use of veterinary antimicrobial medicinal products .


### veterinary medicinal products shall be used in accordance with the terms of the marketing authorisation . ### veterinary medicinal products shall be used responsibly in accordance with the principle of good animal husbandry and with the terms of the marketing authorisation .