### in view of the global nature of the systems , it is essential that the union can enter into agreements with third countries and international organisations in the context of programmes under article 218 of the treaty on the functioning of the european union , in particular to ensure their smooth implementation , optimise services provided to citizens of the union and meet the needs of third countries and international organisations . it is also useful , where necessary , to adapt existing agreements to changes in the programmes . when preparing or implementing these agreements , the commission may have recourse to the assistance of the european external action service , the european space agency and the european gnss agency , within the limits of the tasks allocated to them under this regulation . ### in view of the global nature of the systems , it is essential that the union can enter into agreements with third countries and international organisations in the context of programmes under article 218 of the treaty on the functioning of the european union , in particular to ensure their smooth implementation , optimise services provided to citizens of the union , ensure the full security of the system , regulate the revenue regime and meet the needs of third countries and international organisations . it is also useful , where necessary , to adapt existing agreements to changes in the programmes . when preparing or implementing these agreements , the commission may have recourse to the assistance of the european external action service , the european space agency and the european gnss agency , within the limits of the tasks allocated to them under this regulation .


### to achieve maximum impact , horizon 2020 should develop close synergies with other union programmes in areas such as education , space , environment , competitiveness and smes , the internal security , culture and media and with the cohesion policy funds and rural development policy , which can specifically help to strengthen national and regional research and innovation capabilities in the context of smart specialisation strategies . ### to achieve maximum impact , horizon 2020 should develop close synergies with other union programmes in areas such as education , space , environment , transport , competitiveness and smes , the internal security , culture and media and with the cohesion policy funds and rural development policy , which can specifically help to strengthen national and regional research and innovation capabilities in the context of smart specialisation strategies .


### a greater impact should also be achieved by combining horizon 2020 and private sector funds within public - private partnerships in key areas where research and innovation could contribute to europe ' s wider competitiveness goals and help tackle societal challenges . the public - private partnerships in the form of joint technology initiatives launched under decision no 1982 / 2006 / ec of the european parliament and of the council of 18 december 2006 concerning the seventh framework programme of the european community for research , technological development and demonstration activities may be continued using more fit - for - purpose structures . ### a greater impact should also be achieved by combining horizon 2020 and private sector funds within public - private partnerships in key areas where research and innovation could contribute to europe ' s wider competitiveness goals and help tackle societal challenges . the public - private partnerships in the form of joint technology initiatives launched under decision no 1982 / 2006 / ec of the european parliament and of the council of 18 december 2006 concerning the seventh framework programme of the european community for research , technological development and demonstration activities may be continued using more fit - for - purpose structures and new ones may be launched .


### horizon 2020 shall be implemented in a manner ensuring that the priorities and actions supported are relevant to changing needs and take account of the evolving nature of science , technology , innovation , markets and society , where innovation includes business , organisational and social aspects . ### horizon 2020 shall be implemented in a manner ensuring that the priorities and actions supported are relevant to changing needs and take account of the evolving nature of science , technology , innovation , markets and society , where innovation includes business , organisational and social aspects . technology neutrality is an absolutely essential precondition for an effective innovation policy .


### the specific objective is to achieve a european transport system that is resource - efficient , environmentally - friendly , safe and seamless for the benefit of citizens , the economy and society . ### the specific objective is to achieve a european transport system that is resource - efficient , environmentally - friendly , safe and interoperable for the benefit of citizens , the economy and society .


### sustainable mobility can only be achieved through a radical change in the transport system , inspired by breakthroughs in transport research , far - reaching innovation , and a coherent , europe - wide implementation of greener , safer and smarter transport solutions . ### sustainable mobility can only be achieved through a radical change in the transport system , inspired by breakthroughs in transport research , far - reaching innovation , and a coherent , europe - wide implementation of greener , safer and smarter transport solutions , including investments in innovative infrastructure for all modes of transport .


### transport is a major driver of europe ' s economic competitiveness and growth . it ensures the mobility of people and goods necessary for an integrated european single market and an open and inclusive society . it represents one of europe ' s greatest assets in terms of industrial capability and quality of service , playing a leading role in many world markets . transport industry and transport equipment manufacturing together represent 6 . 3 % of the union ' s gdp . at the same time , the european transport industry faces increasingly fierce competition from other parts of the world . breakthrough technologies will be required to secure europe ' s future competitive edge and to mitigate the drawbacks of our current transport system . ### transport is a major driver of europe ' s economic competitiveness and growth . it ensures the mobility of people and goods necessary for an integrated european single market and an open and inclusive society . it represents one of europe ' s greatest assets in terms of industrial capability and quality of service , playing a leading role in many world markets . transport industry and transport equipment manufacturing together represent 6 . 3 % of the union ' s gdp and around 13 million jobs . at the same time , the european transport industry faces increasingly fierce competition from other parts of the world . breakthrough technologies will be required to secure europe ' s future competitive edge and to mitigate the drawbacks of our current transport system .


### transport is a major driver of europe’s economic competitiveness and growth . it ensures the mobility of people and goods necessary for an integrated european single market and an open and inclusive society . it represents one of europe’s greatest assets in terms of industrial capability and quality of service , playing a leading role in many world markets . transport industry and transport equipment manufacturing together represent 6 . 3 % of the union’s gdp . at the same time , the european transport industry faces increasingly fierce competition from other parts of the world . breakthrough technologies will be required to secure europe’s future competitive edge and to mitigate the drawbacks of our current transport system . ### transport is a major driver of europe’s economic competitiveness and growth . it ensures territorial cohesion and the mobility of people and goods necessary for an integrated european single market and an open and inclusive society . it represents one of europe’s greatest assets in terms of industrial capability and quality of service , playing a leading role in many world markets . transport industry and transport equipment manufacturing together represent 6 . 3 % of the union’s gdp . at the same time , the european transport industry faces increasingly fierce competition from other parts of the world .


### the transport sector is a major contributor to greenhouse gases and generates up to a quarter of all emissions . transport is 96 % dependent on fossil fuels . meanwhile , congestion is an increasing problem ; systems are not yet sufficiently smart ; alternatives for shifting between different modes of transport are not always attractive ; road fatalities remain dramatically high at 34 000 per year in the union ; citizens and businesses expect a transport system that is safe and secure . the urban context poses specific challenges to the sustainability of transport . ### the transport sector is a major contributor to greenhouse gases and generates up to a quarter of all emissions . transport is 96 % dependent on fossil fuels . meanwhile , congestion is an increasing problem ; systems are not yet sufficiently smart ; alternatives for shifting towards more sustainable modes of transport are not always attractive ; road fatalities remain dramatically high at 34 000 per year in the union ; citizens and businesses expect a transport system that is safe and secure . the urban context poses specific challenges to the sustainability of transport .


### the transport sector is a major contributor to greenhouse gases and generates up to a quarter of all emissions . transport is 96 % dependent on fossil fuels . meanwhile , congestion is an increasing problem ; systems are not yet sufficiently smart ; alternatives for shifting between different modes of transport are not always attractive ; road fatalities remain dramatically high at 34 000 per year in the union ; citizens and businesses expect a transport system that is safe and secure . the urban context poses specific challenges to the sustainability of transport . ### the transport sector is a major contributor to greenhouse gases and generates up to a quarter of all emissions . transport is 96 % dependent on fossil fuels . meanwhile , congestion is an increasing problem ; systems are not yet sufficiently smart ; alternatives for shifting between different modes of transport are not always attractive ; road fatalities remain dramatically high at 34 000 per year in the union ; citizens and businesses expect a transport system that is safe , secure and accessible for all . the urban context poses specific challenges to the sustainability of transport .


### business - as - usual is therefore not an option . research and innovation , driven by policy objectives and focused on the key challenges , shall contribute substantially to achieve the union ' s targets of limiting global temperature increase to 2ºc , cutting 60 % of co2 emissions from transport , drastically reduce congestion and accident costs , and virtually eradicating road deaths by 2050 . ### business - as - usual is therefore not an option . research and innovation , driven by policy objectives and focused on the key challenges , shall contribute substantially to achieve the union ' s targets of limiting global temperature increase to 2ºc , cutting 60 % of co2 emissions from transport , drastically reduce congestion and accident costs , and virtually eradicating road deaths by 2050 . in its white paper entitled ‘ roadmap to a single european transport area – towards a competitive and resource efficient transport system’ the commission calls for these goals to be achieved by means of an innovative , sustainable and efficient transport policy .


### business - as - usual is therefore not an option . research and innovation , driven by policy objectives and focused on the key challenges , shall contribute substantially to achieve the union’s targets of limiting global temperature increase to 2ºc , cutting 60 % of co2 emissions from transport , drastically reduce congestion and accident costs , and virtually eradicating road deaths by 2050 . ### business - as - usual is not an option . research and innovation , driven by policy objectives and focused on the key challenges , shall contribute substantially to achieve the union’s targets of limiting global temperature increase to 2ºc and cutting 60 % of co2 emissions from transport . in order to achieve these targets by 2050 , it is essential to lay down more specific , concrete provisions for the period up to 2020 . that requires , first and foremost , an ambitious reduction in emissions of co2 and other greenhouse gases from transport . these emission reductions will be determined for each mode of transport , in accordance with the 20 - 20 - 20 targets . research and innovation must also lead to the internalisation of external costs by 2020 , drastically reduce congestion and accident costs , and make every effort to improve road safety in order to reduce dramatically the number of european road deaths by 2050 .


### the problems of pollution , congestion , safety and security are common throughout the union and call for collaborative europe - wide responses . accelerating the development and deployment of new technologies and innovative solutions for vehicles , infrastructures and transport management will be key to achieve a cleaner and more efficient transport system in the union ; to deliver the results necessary to mitigate climate change and improve resource efficiency ; to maintain european leadership on the world markets for transport related products and services . these objectives cannot be achieved through fragmented national efforts alone . ### the problems of pollution , congestion , safety and security are common throughout the union and call for collaborative europe - wide responses . accelerating the development and deployment of new technologies and innovative solutions for vehicles , infrastructures and transport management will be key to achieve a cleaner and more efficient transport system in the union ; to deliver the results necessary to mitigate climate change and improve resource efficiency ; to maintain european leadership on the world markets for transport related products and services . these objectives cannot be achieved through fragmented national efforts alone . it is also essential to support existing solutions by creating effective , smart , interoperable and interconnected systems to support the sesar , galileo , egnos , gmes , ertms , ris , safeseanet , lrit and its systems . initiatives such as esafety and ecall must also be continued .


### research and innovation activities shall include a wide range of initiatives that cover the full innovation chain . several activities are specifically intended to help bring results to the market : a programmatic approach to research and innovation , demonstration projects , market take - up actions and support for standardisation , regulation and innovative procurement strategies all serve this goal . in addition , using stakeholders ' engagement and expertise will help bridge the gap between research results and their deployment in the transport sector . ### research and innovation activities shall include a wide range of initiatives that cover the full innovation chain and follow an integrated approach to innovative transport solutions from innovation in relation to vehicles , to infrastructures as well as to transport systems . several activities are specifically intended to help bring results to the market : a programmatic approach to research and innovation , demonstration projects , market take - up actions and support for standardisation , regulation and innovative procurement strategies all serve this goal . in addition , using stakeholders ' engagement and expertise will help bridge the gap between research results and their deployment in the transport sector .


### research and innovation activities shall include a wide range of initiatives that cover the full innovation chain . several activities are specifically intended to help bring results to the market : a programmatic approach to research and innovation , demonstration projects , market take - up actions and support for standardisation , regulation and innovative procurement strategies all serve this goal . in addition , using stakeholders’ engagement and expertise will help bridge the gap between research results and their deployment in the transport sector . ### research and innovation activities shall include a wide range of initiatives that cover the full innovation chain . several activities are specifically intended to help bring results to the market : the programmatic approach to research and innovation , the demonstration projects , the market take - up actions and the support for standardisation , regulation and innovative procurement strategies all serve this goal . in addition , using stakeholders’ engagement and expertise will help bridge the gap between research results and their deployment in the transport sector .


### investing in research and innovation for a greener , smarter and more integrated transport system will make an important contribution to the europe 2020 goals of smart , sustainable and inclusive growth and the objectives of the innovation union flagship initiative . the activities will support the implementation of the white paper on transport aiming at a single european transport area . they will also contribute to the policy goals outlined in the flagship initiatives on ' resource efficient europe ' , ' an industrial policy for the globalisation era ' and ' a digital agenda for europe ' . ### investing in research and innovation for a greener , smarter and more integrated transport system will make an important contribution to the europe 2020 goals of smart , sustainable and inclusive growth and the objectives of the innovation union flagship initiative . the activities will support the implementation of the white paper on transport aiming at a single european transport area . they will also participate in the policy goals outlined in the flagship initiatives on ' resource efficient europe ' , ' an industrial policy for the globalisation era ' and ' a digital agenda for europe ' . measures will also be taken to ensure cohesion with other parts of these programmes , in particular through the setting up of a knowledge and innovation community for urban mobility and smart cities .


### resource efficient transport that respects the environment ### resource efficient transport that respects the environment and public health


### the aim is to minimise transport’s impact on climate and the environment by improving its efficiency in the use of natural resources , and by reducing its dependence on fossil fuels . ### the aim is to minimise transport’s impact on climate and the environment but also on public health by improving its efficiency in the use of natural resources , and by reducing its dependence on fossil fuels , while diversifying supply .


### the aim is to reconcile the growing mobility needs with improved transport fluidity , through innovative solutions for seamless , inclusive , safe , secure and robust transport systems . ### the aim is to reconcile the growing mobility needs with improved transport fluidity , through innovative solutions for seamless , intermodal , inclusive , accessible , safe , secure and robust transport systems , not forgetting the importance of high - quality , innovative and intermodal infrastructure .


### the focus of activities shall be to reduce congestion , improve accessibility and match user needs by promoting integrated door - to - door transport and logistics ; to enhance inter - modality and the deployment of smart planning and management solutions ; and to drastically reduce the occurrence of accidents and the impact of security threats . ### the focus of activities shall be to reduce congestion , improve accessibility and interoperability and match user needs by promoting integrated door - to - door transport and logistics ; to develop intelligent transport applications and systems for traffic management , integrated ticketing , travel information and payment ; and to drastically reduce the occurrence of accidents and the impact of security threats .


### the focus of activities shall be to reduce congestion , improve accessibility and match user needs by promoting integrated door - to - door transport and logistics ; to enhance inter - modality and the deployment of smart planning and management solutions ; and to drastically reduce the occurrence of accidents and the impact of security threats . ### the focus of activities shall be to reduce congestion , improve accessibility and match user needs by promoting integrated and completely intermodal door - to - door transport , infrastructure and logistics ; to enhance inter - modality and the deployment of smart planning and management solutions ; and to drastically reduce the occurrence of accidents and the impact of security threats .


### the aim is to reinforce the competitiveness and performance of european transport manufacturing industries and related services . ### the aim is to reinforce the competitiveness and performance of european transport manufacturing industries and related services , in the context of a growing need for innovative transport solutions , notably in emerging countries .


### the aim is to reinforce the competitiveness and performance of european transport manufacturing industries and related services . ### the aim is to reinforce the competitiveness and performance of european transport manufacturing industries and related services . in a context of increasing competition , research and innovation will contribute to growth and to the creation of highly skilled jobs in the european transport sector , enabling the sector to stay at the forefront of technology and to reduce the costs of existing manufacturing processes .


### the focus of activities shall be to develop the next generation of innovative transport means and to prepare the ground for the following one , by working on novel concepts and designs , smart control systems and interoperable standards , efficient production processes , shorter development times and reduced lifecycle costs . ### the focus of activities shall be to develop the new generation of innovative transport means and to work on novel concepts and designs , with a view to developing the following one . it will also be necessary to develop smart control systems , interoperable standards , smart intermodal infrastructures and efficient production and recycling processes and achieve shorter development times and reduced lifecycle costs .


### having regard to the treaty on the functioning of the european union , and in particular article 114 thereof , ### having regard to the treaty on the functioning of the european union , and in particular articles 114 and 168 thereof ,


### considerable volumes of illicit products , which do not comply with the requirements laid down in directive 2001 / 37 / ec , are placed on the market and indications are that these volumes might increase . such products undermine the free circulation of compliant products and the protection provided for by tobacco control legislations . in addition , the fctc obliges the union to fight against illicit products , as part of a comprehensive tobacco control policy . provision should thus be made for unit packets of tobacco products to be marked in a unique and secure way and their movements to be recorded so that these products can be tracked and traced in the union and their compliance with this directive can be monitored and better enforced . in addition , provision should be made for the introduction of security features that will facilitate the verification of whether or not products are authentic . ### considerable volumes of illicit products , which do not comply with the requirements laid down in directive 2001 / 37 / ec , are placed on the market and indications are that these volumes might increase . such products undermine the free circulation of compliant products and the protection provided for by tobacco control legislations . in addition , the fctc obliges the union to fight against illicit products , as part of a comprehensive tobacco control policy . provision should thus be made for unit packets of tobacco products to be marked in a unique and secure way and their movements to be recorded so that these products can be tracked and traced in the union and their compliance with this directive can be monitored and better enforced . in addition , provision should be made for the introduction of security features that will facilitate the verification of whether or not products are authentic . coherent implementation of customs legislation will strengthen customs authorities in their fight against illicit trade , in particular through technical capacity building .


### the commission should monitor the developments and submit a report 5 years after the date of transposition of this directive , in order to assess whether amendments to this directive are necessary . ### the commission should monitor the developments and submit a report 3 years after the date of transposition of this directive , in order to assess whether amendments to this directive are necessary , in particular as regards packaging .


### the proposal affects several fundamental rights as laid down in the charter of fundamental rights of the european union , notably the protection of personal data , the freedom of expression and information , freedom of economic operators to conduct business , and the right to property . the obligations imposed on manufacturers , importers and distributors of tobacco products are necessary to improve the functioning of the internal market while ensuring a high level of health and consumer protection as set out in articles 35 and 38 of the charter of fundamental rights of the european union . the application of this directive should respect the eu law and relevant international obligations . ### the proposal affects several fundamental rights as laid down in the charter of fundamental rights of the european union , notably the protection of personal data , the freedom of expression and information , freedom of economic operators to conduct business , the right to property , and the right to clean air as implied by the international covenant on economic , social and cultural rights and 12 ) . the obligations imposed on manufacturers , importers and distributors of tobacco products are necessary to improve the functioning of the internal market while ensuring a high level of health and consumer protection as set out in articles 35 and 38 of the charter of fundamental rights of the european union . the application of this directive should respect the eu law and relevant international obligations .


### each unit packet of tobacco products and any outside packaging shall carry health warnings in the official language or languages of the member state where the product is placed on the market . ### each unit packet of tobacco products and any outside packaging shall carry health warnings in the official language or languages of the member state where the product is placed on the market , without prejudice to article 151 of the act of accession of austria , finland and sweden .


### asset management companies within the meaning of article 30 are added to the sector they belong to within the group ; if they do not belong exclusively to one sector within the group , they are added to the smallest financial sector . ### asset management companies within the meaning of article 30 are added to the sector they belong to within the group ; if they do not belong exclusively to one sector within the group , they are added to the financial sector with which they have the closest connection .


### during the transitional period of safeguard caps , new roaming customers should be fully informed of the range of tariffs that exist for roaming within the union , including the tariffs which are compliant with the transitory eurotariff . existing roaming customers should be given the opportunity to choose a new tariff compliant with the transitory eurotariff or any other roaming tariff within a certain time frame . for existing roaming customers who have not made their choice within this time frame , it is appropriate to distinguish between those who had already opted for a specific roaming tariff or package before the entry into force of this regulation and those who had not . the latter should be automatically accorded a tariff that complies with this regulation . roaming customers who already benefit from specific roaming tariffs or packages which suit their individual requirements and which they have chosen on that basis should remain on their previously selected tariff or package if , after having been reminded of their current tariff conditions , they fail to express a choice within the relevant time period . such specific roaming tariffs or packages could include , for example , roaming flat - rates , non - public tariffs , tariffs with additional fixed roaming charges , tariffs with per - minute charges lower than the maximum eurotariff or tariffs with set - up charges . ### during the transitional period of safeguard caps , new roaming customers should be fully informed of the range of tariffs that exist for roaming within the union , including the tariffs which are compliant with the transitory eurotariff . existing roaming customers should be given the opportunity to choose a new tariff compliant with the transitory eurotariff or any other roaming tariff within a certain time frame . for existing roaming customers who have not made their choice within this time frame , it is appropriate to distinguish between those who had already opted for a specific roaming tariff or package before the entry into force of this regulation and those who had not . the latter should be automatically accorded a tariff that complies with this regulation . roaming customers who already benefit from specific roaming tariffs or packages which suit their individual requirements and which they have chosen on that basis should remain on their previously selected tariff or package if , after having been reminded of their current tariff conditions and of the applicable eurotariffs , they express a choice to their operator . such specific roaming tariffs or packages could include , for example , roaming flat - rates , non - public tariffs , tariffs with additional fixed roaming charges , tariffs with per - minute charges lower than the maximum eurotariff or tariffs with set - up charges .


### a common set of rules regarding unitisation of eurotariff bills at retail level should therefore be introduced in order to further strengthen the single market and provide throughout the union a common level of protection to consumers of union - wide roaming services . ### a common set of rules regarding unitisation of eurotariff bills at retail level should therefore be introduced in order to further strengthen the single market and provide throughout the union the same high level of protection to consumers of union - wide roaming services .


### in order to improve the transparency of retail prices for making and receiving regulated roaming calls within the union and to help roaming customers make decisions on the use of their mobile telephones while abroad , providers of mobile telephony services should enable their roaming customers easily to obtain information free of charge on the roaming charges applicable to them when making or receiving voice calls in a visited member state . moreover , providers should give their customers , on request and free of charge , additional information on the per - minute or per - unit data charges for the making or receiving of voice calls and also for the sending and receiving of sms , mms and other data communication services in the visited member state . since certain customer groups might be well informed about roaming charges operators should provide a possibility to easily opt - out from this automatic message service . ### in order to improve the transparency of retail prices for making and receiving roaming calls both within and outside the union and to help roaming customers make decisions on the use of their mobile telephones while abroad , providers of mobile telephony services should enable their roaming customers easily to obtain information free of charge on the roaming charges applicable to them when making or receiving voice calls in a visited country . moreover , providers should give their customers , on request and free of charge , additional information on the per - minute or per - unit data charges for the making or receiving of voice calls and also for the sending and receiving of sms , mms and other data communication services in the visited countries . since certain customer groups might be well informed about roaming charges operators should provide a possibility to easily opt - out from this automatic message service .


### in order to improve the transparency of retail prices for making and receiving regulated roaming calls within the union and to help roaming customers make decisions on the use of their mobile telephones while abroad , providers of mobile telephony services should enable their roaming customers easily to obtain information free of charge on the roaming charges applicable to them when making or receiving voice calls in a visited member state . moreover , providers should give their customers , on request and free of charge , additional information on the per - minute or per - unit data charges for the making or receiving of voice calls and also for the sending and receiving of sms , mms and other data communication services in the visited member state . since certain customer groups might be well informed about roaming charges operators should provide a possibility to easily opt - out from this automatic message service . ### in order to improve the transparency of retail prices for making and receiving regulated roaming calls within the union and to help roaming customers make decisions on the use of their mobile telephones while abroad , providers of mobile telephony services should enable their roaming customers easily to obtain information free of charge on the roaming charges applicable to them when making or receiving voice calls in a visited member state . moreover , providers should give their customers , on request and free of charge , additional information on the per - minute or per - unit data charges for the making or receiving of voice calls and also for the sending and receiving of sms , mms and other data communication services in the visited member state . since certain customer groups might be well informed about roaming charges operators should provide a possibility to easily opt - out from this automatic message service . however , this opt - out request should only concern the member state visited , and should not automatically apply throughout the european union unless the consumer has explicitly requested it .


### transparency also requires that providers furnish information on roaming charges , in particular on the eurotariff and the all - inclusive flat - rate should they offer one , when subscriptions are taken out and each time there is a change in roaming charges . home providers should provide information on roaming charges by appropriate means such as invoices , the internet , tv advertisements or direct mail . home providers should ensure that all their roaming customers are aware of the availability of regulated tariffs for the period concerned and should send a clear and unbiased communication to these customers describing the conditions of the eurotariff and the right to switch to and from it . ### transparency also requires that providers furnish information on roaming charges , in particular on the eurotariff and the all - inclusive flat - rate should they offer one , when subscriptions are taken out and each time there is a change in roaming charges . home providers should provide information on roaming charges by appropriate means such as invoices , the internet , tv advertisements or direct mail . home providers should ensure that all their roaming customers are aware of the availability of regulated tariffs for the period concerned and should send a clear and unbiased communication to these customers in writing describing the conditions of the eurotariff and the right to switch to and from it .


### moreover , measures should be introduced to improve the transparency of retail prices for data roaming services , in particular to eliminate the problem of ‘ bill shock’ which constitutes a barrier to the smooth functioning of the internal market , and to provide roaming customers with the tools they need to monitor and control their expenditure on data roaming services . equally , there should be no obstacles to the emergence of applications or technologies which can be a substitute for , or alternative to , roaming services , such as wifi . consumers should be provided with this information , thereby allowing them to make an informed choice . ### moreover , measures should be introduced to improve the transparency of retail prices for data roaming services , in particular to eliminate the problem of ‘ bill shock’ which constitutes a barrier to the smooth functioning of the internal market , and to provide roaming customers with the tools they need to monitor and control their expenditure on data roaming services . equally , there should be no obstacles to the emergence of applications or technologies which can be a substitute for , or alternative to , roaming services , such as wifi or local breakout mechanisms . consumers should be provided with this information , thereby allowing them to make an informed choice .


### in particular , mobile operators should provide their roaming customers with personalised tariff information on the charges applicable to those customers for data roaming services every time they initiate a data roaming service on entering another member state . this information should be delivered to their mobile telephone or other mobile device in the manner best suited to its easy receipt and comprehension . ### in particular , mobile operators should provide their roaming customers , free of charge , with personalised tariff information on the charges applicable to those customers for data roaming services every time they initiate a data roaming service on entering another member state . this information should be delivered to their mobile telephone or other mobile device in the manner best suited to its easy receipt and comprehension , and in such a manner as to enable easy access to it at a later date .


### in order to facilitate customers’ understanding of the financial consequences of the use of regulated data roaming services and to permit them to monitor and control their expenditure , the home provider should give examples for data roaming applications , such as e - mail , picture and web - browsing , by indicating their approximate size in terms of data usage . ### in order to facilitate customers ' understanding of the financial consequences of the use of regulated data roaming services and to permit them to monitor and control their expenditure , when the contract is signed and at any time thereafter upon the customer’s request , the home provider should give free examples for data roaming applications , such as e - mail , picture and web - browsing , by indicating their approximate size in terms of data usage .


### in addition , in order to avoid bill shocks , mobile operators should define one or more maximum financial and / or volume limits for their outstanding charges for data roaming services , expressed in the currency in which the roaming customer is billed , and which they should offer to all their roaming customers , free of charge , with an appropriate notification when this limit is being approached . upon reaching this maximum limit , customers should no longer receive and be charged for those services unless they specifically request continued provision of those services in accordance with the terms and conditions set out in the notification . roaming customers should be given the opportunity to opt for any of these maximum financial or volume limits within a reasonable period or to choose not to have such a limit . unless customers state otherwise , they should be put on a default limit system . ### in addition , in order to avoid bill shocks both for data roaming services within and outside the union , mobile operators should define one or more maximum financial and / or volume limits for their outstanding charges for data roaming services , expressed in the currency in which the roaming customer is billed , and which they should offer to all their roaming customers , free of charge , with an appropriate notification when this limit is being approached . upon reaching this maximum limit , customers should no longer receive and be charged for those services unless they specifically request continued provision of those services in accordance with the terms and conditions set out in the notification . roaming customers should be given the opportunity to opt for any of these maximum financial or volume limits within a reasonable period or to choose not to have such a limit . unless customers state otherwise , they should be put on a default limit system .


### in addition , in order to avoid bill shocks , mobile operators should define one or more maximum financial and / or volume limits for their outstanding charges for data roaming services , expressed in the currency in which the roaming customer is billed , and which they should offer to all their roaming customers , free of charge , with an appropriate notification when this limit is being approached . upon reaching this maximum limit , customers should no longer receive and be charged for those services unless they specifically request continued provision of those services in accordance with the terms and conditions set out in the notification . roaming customers should be given the opportunity to opt for any of these maximum financial or volume limits within a reasonable period or to choose not to have such a limit . unless customers state otherwise , they should be put on a default limit system . ### in addition , in order to avoid bill shocks , mobile operators should define one or more maximum financial and / or volume limits for their outstanding charges for data roaming services , expressed in the currency in which the roaming customer is billed , and which they should offer to all their roaming customers , free of charge , with an appropriate notification , in a media format that can be consulted again subsequently , when this limit is being approached . upon reaching this maximum limit , customers should no longer receive and be charged for those services unless they specifically request continued provision of those services in accordance with the terms and conditions set out in the notification . in this case , they should receive free confirmation , in a media format that can be consulted again subsequently . roaming customers should be given the opportunity to opt for any of these maximum financial or volume limits within a reasonable period or to choose not to have such a limit . unless customers state otherwise , they should be put on a default limit system .


### this regulation also lays down rules aimed at increasing price transparency and improving the provision of information on charges to users of union - wide roaming services . ### this regulation also lays down rules aimed at increasing price transparency and improving the provision of information on charges to users of roaming services within and outside the union .


### ‘ regulated data roaming service’ means a roaming service enabling the use of packet switched data communications by a roaming customer by means of his mobile telephone or other mobile device while it is connected to a visited network . a regulated data roaming service does not include the transmission or receipt of regulated roaming calls or sms messages , but does include the transmission and receipt of mms messages ; ### ‘ regulated data roaming service’ means a roaming service enabling the use of packet switched data communications by a roaming customer by means of his mobile telephone or other mobile device while it is connected to a visited network . a regulated data roaming service does not include the transmission or receipt of regulated roaming calls , sms messages or mms messages ;


### any switch to or from an alternative roaming provider shall be free of charge and shall not entail conditions or restrictions pertaining to elements of the subscription other than roaming , and shall be carried out within five working days , save that where a roaming customer who has subscribed to a domestic package which includes roaming prices other than the eurotariff , euro - sms tariff or euro - data tariff , the home provider may delay the switch from the old to the new subscription concerning roaming services for a specified period not exceeding three months . ### any switch to or from an alternative roaming provider , or between alternative roaming providers , shall be free of charge and shall not entail conditions or restrictions pertaining to elements of the subscription other than roaming , and shall be carried out within the shortest possible time , to be defined in the berec guidelines , save that where a roaming customer who has subscribed to a domestic package which includes roaming prices other than the eurotariff , euro - sms tariff or euro - data tariff , the home provider may delay the switch from the old to the new subscription concerning roaming services for a specified period not exceeding two months .


### at the time of making or renewing a contract on mobile communication services , home providers shall provide all customers individually with full information on the possibility to choose an alternative roaming provider and facilitate the conclusion of a contract with an alternative roaming provider . customers concluding a contract with the home provider for roaming services shall explicitly confirm that they have been informed of such possibility . the providers of mobile communications services shall not prevent retailers serving as their points of sale to offer contracts for separate roaming services with alternative roaming providers . ### at the time of making or renewing a contract on mobile communication services , home providers shall provide all customers individually and in a durable media format with full information on the possibility to choose an alternative roaming provider and not hinder the conclusion of a contract with an alternative roaming provider . customers concluding a contract with the home provider for roaming services shall explicitly confirm that they have been informed of such possibility . the providers of mobile communications services shall not restrict or prevent retailers serving as their points of sale from offering contracts for separate roaming services with alternative roaming providers .


### the average wholesale charge referred to in paragraph 1 shall apply between any pair of operators and shall be calculated over a twelve - month period or any such shorter period as may remain before the end of the period of application of a maximum average wholesale charge as provided for in this paragraph or the expiry of this regulation . the maximum average wholesale charge shall decrease to eur 0 , 10 and eur 0 , 06 , on 1 july 2013 and on 1 july 2014 respectively . without prejudice to article 13 , the maximum average wholesale charge shall remain at eur 0 , 06 for the duration of this regulation . ### the average wholesale charge referred to in paragraph 1 shall apply between any pair of operators and shall be calculated over a twelve - month period or any such shorter period as may remain before the end of the period of application of a maximum average wholesale charge as provided for in this paragraph or the expiry of this regulation . the maximum average wholesale charge shall decrease to eur 0 , 10 , eur 0 , 07 and eur 0 , 06 on 1 july 2013 , on 1 july 2014 and on 1 july 2015 respectively . without prejudice to article 13 , the maximum average wholesale charge shall remain at eur 0 , 06 for the duration of this regulation .


### the retail charge of a eurotariff which a home provider may levy from its roaming customer for the provision of a regulated roaming call may vary for any roaming call but shall not exceed eur 0 , 32 per minute for any call made or eur 0 , 11 per minute for any call received as of 1 july 2012 . the price ceiling for calls made shall decrease to eur 0 , 28 and eur 0 , 24 on 1 july 2013 and on 1 july 2014 respectively , and for calls received to eur 0 , 10 on 1 july 2013 . without prejudice to articles 13 and 19 these regulated maximum retail charges for the eurotariff shall remain valid until 30 june 2016 . ### the retail charge of a eurotariff which a home provider may levy from its roaming customer for the provision of a regulated roaming call may vary for any roaming call but shall not exceed eur 0 , 30 per minute for any call made or eur 0 , 10 per minute for any call received as of 1 july 2012 . the price ceiling for calls made shall decrease to eur 0 , 25 , eur 0 , 21 , and eur 0 , 18 on 1 july 2013 , on 1 july 2014 and on 1 july 2015respectively , and for calls received to eur 0 , 08 , eur 0 , 07 and eur 0 , 06 on 1 july 2013 , on 1 july 2014 and 1 july 2015 respectively . without prejudice to articles 13 and 19 these regulated maximum retail charges for the eurotariff shall remain valid until 30 june 2016 .


### the retail charge of a eurotariff which a home provider may levy from its roaming customer for the provision of a regulated roaming call may vary for any roaming call but shall not exceed eur 0 , 32 per minute for any call made or eur 0 , 11 per minute for any call received as of 1 july 2012 . the price ceiling for calls made shall decrease to eur 0 , 28 and eur 0 , 24 on 1 july 2013 and on 1 july 2014 respectively , and for calls received to eur 0 , 10 on 1 july 2013 . without prejudice to articles 13 and 19 these regulated maximum retail charges for the eurotariff shall remain valid until 30 june 2016 . ### the retail charge of a eurotariff which a home provider may levy from its roaming customer for the provision of a regulated roaming call may vary for any roaming call but shall not exceed eur 0 , 32 per minute for any call made or eur 0 , 11 per minute for any call received as of 1 july 2012 . the price ceiling for calls made shall decrease to eur 0 , 25 and eur 0 , 18 on 1 july 2013 and on 1 july 2014 respectively , and for calls received to eur 0 , 10 and eur 0 , 08 on 1 july 2013 and 1 july 2014 respectively . without prejudice to articles 13 and 19 these regulated maximum retail charges for the eurotariff shall remain valid until 30 june 2016 .


### with effect from 1 july 2012 , the retail charge of a euro - sms tariff which a home provider may levy from its roaming customer for a regulated roaming sms message sent by that roaming customer may vary for any roaming sms message but shall not exceed eur 0 , 10 . without prejudice to articles 13 and 19 , the regulated maximum retail charge for the euro - sms tariff shall remain at eur 0 , 10 until 30 june 2016 . ### with effect from 1 july 2012 , the retail charge of a euro - sms tariff which a home provider may levy from its roaming customer for a regulated roaming sms message sent by that roaming customer may vary for any roaming sms message but shall not exceed eur 0 , 09 . the price for a regulated roaming sms shall decrease to eur 0 , 07 , and eur 0 , 06 , on 1 july 2013 and on 1 july 2014 respectively . without prejudice to articles 13 and 19 , the regulated maximum retail charge for the euro - sms tariff shall remain at eur 0 , 06 until 30 june 2016 .


### no later than 30 june 2012 , home providers shall inform all their roaming customers individually about the euro - data tariff , that it will apply from 1 july 2012 at the latest to all roaming customers who have not made a deliberate choice of a special tariff or package applicable to regulated data services , and about their right to switch to and from it in accordance with paragraph 5 . ### no later than 30 june 2012 , home providers shall inform all their roaming customers individually , and in a durable media format , about the euro - data tariff , that it will apply from 1 july 2012 at the latest to all roaming customers who have not made a deliberate choice of a special tariff or package applicable to regulated data services , and about their right to switch to and from it in accordance with paragraph 5 .


### where appropriate , home providers shall inform their customers , before the conclusion of a contract and on a regular basis thereafter , of the risk of automatic and uncontrolled data roaming connection and download . furthermore , home providers shall explain to their customers , in a clear and easily understandable manner , how to switch off these automatic data roaming connections in order to avoid uncontrolled consumption of data roaming services . ### where appropriate , home providers shall inform their customers , before the conclusion of a contract and on a regular basis thereafter , of the risk of automatic and uncontrolled data roaming connection and download . furthermore , home providers shall notify their customers , free of charge and in a clear and easily understandable manner , of what they have to do to switch off these automatic data roaming connections in order to avoid uncontrolled consumption of data roaming services .


### such basic personalised tariff information shall be delivered to the roaming customer’s mobile telephone or other device , for example by an sms message , an e - mail or a pop - up window on the computer , every time the roaming customer enters a member state other than that of his home network and initiates for the first time a regulated data roaming service in that particular member state . it shall be provided free of charge at the moment the roaming customer initiates a regulated data roaming service , by an appropriate means adapted to facilitate its receipt and easy comprehension . ### such basic personalised tariff information shall be delivered to the roaming customer’s mobile telephone or other device , for example by an sms message or an e - mail , every time the roaming customer enters a member state other than that of his home network and initiates for the first time a regulated data roaming service in that particular member state . it shall be provided free of charge at the moment the roaming customer initiates a regulated data roaming service , by an appropriate means adapted to facilitate its receipt and easy comprehension .


### each home provider shall grant to all their roaming customers the opportunity to opt deliberately and free of charge for a facility which provides information on the accumulated consumption expressed in volume or in the currency in which the roaming customer is billed for regulated data roaming services and which guarantees that , without the customer ' s explicit consent , the accumulated expenditure for regulated data roaming services over a specified period of use does not exceed a specified financial limit . ### each home provider shall grant to all their roaming customers the opportunity to opt deliberately and free of charge for a facility which provides information on the accumulated consumption expressed in volume or in the currency in which the roaming customer is billed for data roaming services and which guarantees that , without the customer ' s explicit consent , the accumulated expenditure for data roaming services over a specified period of use does not exceed a specified financial limit . this shall not apply in cases where a mobile telecommunication service provider in a visited country outside the union does not allow the home provider to monitor their customers ' usage on a real - time basis . in that case , the customer shall be notified accordingly by means of a message service , without undue delay and free of charge , when he enters concerned country .


### each home provider shall also ensure that an appropriate notification is sent to the roaming customer’s mobile telephone or other device , for example by an sms message , an e - mail or a pop - up window on the computer , when the data roaming services have reached 80 % of the agreed financial or volume limit . customers shall have the right to require their operators to stop sending such notifications and shall have the right at any time and free of charge to require the home provider to provide the service again . ### each home provider shall also ensure that an appropriate notification is sent to the roaming customer’s mobile telephone or other device , for example by an sms message or an e - mail , when the data roaming services have reached 80 % of the agreed financial or volume limit . customers shall have the right to require their operators to stop sending such notifications and shall have the right at any time and free of charge to require the home provider to provide the service again .


### in order to increase legal certainty for air carriers and passengers , a more precise definition of the concept of “extraordinary circumstances” is needed , which takes into account the judgement of the european court of justice in the case c - 549 / 07 . such a definition should be further clarified via a non - exhaustive list of circumstances that are clearly identified as extraordinary or not . ### in order to increase legal certainty for air carriers and passengers , a more precise definition of the concept of “extraordinary circumstances” is needed , which takes into account the judgement of the european court of justice in the case c - 549 / 07 . such a definition should be further clarified via a final list of circumstances that are clearly identified as extraordinary or not .


### subject to safety constraints , where a tarmac delay exceeds one hour , the operating air carrier shall provide free of charge access to toilet facilities and drinking water , shall ensure adequate heating or cooling of the passenger cabin , and shall ensure that adequate medical attention is available if needed . where a tarmac delay reaches a maximum of five hours , the aircraft shall return to the gate or another suitable disembarkation point where passengers shall be allowed to disembark and to benefit from the same assistance as specified in paragraph 1 , unless there are safety - related or security - related reasons why the aircraft cannot leave its position on the tarmac . ' ### subject to safety constraints , where a tarmac delay exceeds one hour , the operating air carrier shall provide free of charge access to toilet facilities , drinking water and food , shall ensure adequate heating or cooling of the passenger cabin , and shall ensure that adequate medical attention is available if needed . where a tarmac delay reaches a maximum of two hours , the aircraft shall return to the gate or another suitable disembarkation point where passengers shall be allowed to disembark and to benefit from the same assistance as specified in paragraph 1 , unless there are safety - related or security - related reasons why the aircraft cannot leave its position on the tarmac . '


### where a passenger misses a connecting flight as a result of a delay or change of schedule to a preceding flight , the community air carrier operating the onward connecting flight shall offer the passenger : ### where a passenger misses a connecting flight as a result of a delay or change of schedule to a preceding flight , or of being booked on a replacement flight in the event of re - routing , the community air carrier operating the onward connecting flight shall offer the passenger :


### in the event of cancellation or delay in departure , passengers shall be informed by the operating air carrier of the situation as soon as possible and in any event no later than 30 minutes after the scheduled departure time , and of the estimated departure time as soon as this information is available , provided the air carrier has received the passenger ' s contact details in accordance with paragraphs 6 and 7 in case the ticket was acquired via an intermediary . ### in the event of cancellation , delay in departure or denied boarding , the passengers concerned shall be informed by the operating air carrier of the situation as soon as possible and in any event at the time of the scheduled departure , in particular of the reason for the cancellation , delay or denied boarding , and of the estimated departure time as soon as this information is available , provided the air carrier has received the passenger ' s contact details in accordance with paragraphs 6 and 7 in case the ticket was acquired via an intermediary .


### if a passenger wants to make a complaint to the air carrier with regard to his rights under this regulation , he shall submit it within 3 months from the date on which the flight was performed or was scheduled to be performed . within 7 days of receiving the complaint , the carrier shall confirm the receipt of the complaint to the passenger . within two months of receiving the complaint , the air carrier shall provide a full answer to the passenger . ### where a passenger makes a complaint to the air carrier with regard to his rights under this regulation , the air carrier shall confirm the receipt of the complaint to the passenger within seven days of receiving it . within two months of receiving the complaint , the air carrier shall provide a full answer to the passenger . where the air carrier invokes extraordinary circumstances , it shall inform the passenger in its answer of the specific circumstances responsible for the cancellation or delay . the air carrier shall also show that it took all reasonable measures to avoid the cancellation or delay .


### whilst air carriers have full commercial freedom to establish the conditions under which they permit baggage to be carried , they shall clearly indicate , at booking and at the check - in desks , the maximum baggage allowance passengers are permitted to carry within the cabin and hold of the aircraft on each of the flights included within a passenger ' s reservation , including any restrictions on the number of items that would be applied within a given maximum baggage allowance . where additional charges are applied for the carriage of baggage air carriers shall clearly indicate details of those charges at booking and on request at the airport . ### air carriers shall clearly and transparently indicate , prior to final booking , in all distribution channels including computerised reservation systems , and at the check - in desks , the maximum baggage allowance passengers are permitted to carry within the cabin and hold of the aircraft on each of the flights included within a passenger’s reservation , including any restrictions on the number of items that will be applied within a given maximum baggage allowance and details of additional charges applicable for the carriage of baggage . regardless of the distribution channel , items attracting additional charges must be capable of being purchased together with the core travel service .


### a community air carrier shall permit a passenger to carry a musical instrument in the passenger cabin of an aircraft subject to applicable safety rules and the technical specifications and constraints of the aircraft concerned . musical instruments shall be accepted for carriage within an aircraft cabin provided such instruments can be stowed safely in a suitable baggage compartment within the cabin or under an appropriate passenger seat . an air carrier may determine that a musical instrument shall form part of a passenger ' s hand luggage allowance and not be carried in addition to that allowance . ### a community air carrier shall permit a passenger to carry a musical instrument in the passenger cabin of an aircraft subject to applicable safety rules and the technical specifications and constraints of the aircraft concerned . musical instruments shall be accepted for carriage within an aircraft cabin provided such instruments can be stowed safely in a suitable baggage compartment within the cabin or under an appropriate passenger seat . an air carrier may determine that a musical instrument shall form part of a passenger ' s hand luggage allowance and not be carried in addition to that allowance . however , such hand luggage allowance shall not include less than one piece in addition to the instrument .


### where a musical instrument is too large to be stowed safely in a suitable baggage compartment within the cabin or under an appropriate passenger seat , an air carrier may request the payment of a second fare where such musical instruments are carried as hand luggage on a second seat . where a second seat is purchased an air carrier should make reasonable efforts to seat the passenger and the musical instrument concerned together . where available and if requested , musical instruments shall be carried in a heated part of an aircraft cargo hold subject to applicable safety rules , space constraints and the technical specifications of the aircraft concerned . an air carrier shall clearly indicate in its terms and conditions the basis on upon which musical instruments will be transported and the applicable charges . ### where a musical instrument is too large to be stowed safely in a suitable baggage compartment within the cabin or under an appropriate passenger seat , an air carrier may request the payment of a second fare where such musical instruments are carried as hand luggage on a second seat . such additional fare shall not be subject to the payment of the relevant airport departure tax . where a second seat is purchased an air carrier should make reasonable efforts to seat the passenger and the musical instrument concerned together . where available and if requested , musical instruments shall be carried in a heated part of an aircraft cargo hold subject to applicable safety rules , space constraints and the technical specifications of the aircraft concerned . an air carrier shall clearly indicate in its terms and conditions the basis on upon which musical instruments will be transported and the applicable charges .


### ' annex : non - exhaustive list of circumstances considered as extraordinary circumstances for the purposes of this regulation ### ' annex : exhaustive list of circumstances considered as extraordinary circumstances for the purposes of this regulation


### be fit for any particular purpose made known to the seller at the time of the conclusion of the contract , except where the circumstances show that the buyer did not rely , or that it was unreasonable for the buyer to rely , on the seller ' s skill and judgement ; ### be fit for any particular purpose made known to the buyer at the time of the conclusion of the contract , except where the circumstances show that the buyer did not rely , or that it was unreasonable for the buyer to rely , on the seller ' s skill and judgement ;


### where , in a consumer sales contract , the trader is required to remedy a lack of conformity pursuant to article 110 the consumer may choose between repair and replacement unless the option chosen would be unlawful or impossible or , compared to the other option available , would impose costs on the seller that would be disproportionate taking into account : ### where , in a consumer sales contract , the trader is required to remedy a lack of conformity pursuant to article 110 he may choose between repair and replacement , which must be carried out within a reasonable period not exceeding 30 days . during this period the consumer may not resort to other remedies , but may withhold his own performance .


### emissions from shipping due to the combustion of marine fuels with a high sulphur content contribute to air pollution in the form of sulphur dioxide and particulate matter , which harm human health and contribute to acidification . ### emissions from shipping due to the combustion of marine fuels with a high sulphur content contribute to air pollution in the form of sulphur dioxide and particulate matter , which harm human health and the environment and contribute to the formation of acidic precipitates .


### in order to determine the date of the application of 0 . 50% sulphur limit , to designate new secas , to approve new alternative abatement methods and to establish the appropriate conditions for their use , to ensure appropriate monitoring of sulphur content of fuels and the harmonized content and the format of member states ' reports and to adapt the provisions of the directive to scientific and technical progress , the power to adopt acts in accordance with article 290 of the treaty on the functioning of the european union should be delegated to the commission in respect of specification of the date from which the maximum sulphur content of fuel of 0 . 50% by mass should apply in the union , designation of new secas on the basis of the decision of the imo , approval of new emission abatement methods not covered by council directive 96 / 98 / ec15 and establishment , supplementation or amendment of conditions for their use , the specification of the means of sampling and emission monitoring and the content and the format of the report and the amendment of article 2 , points 1 , 2 , 3 , 3a , 3b and 4 or article 6 paragraph 1 and 2 in the light of scientific and technical progress and , where relevant , the instruments of the imo . it is of particular importance that the commission carry out appropriate consultations during its preparatory work , including at expert level . the commission , when preparing and drawing up delegated acts , should ensure a simultaneous , timely and appropriate transmission of relevant documents to the european parliament and to the council . ### in order to determine the date of the application of 0 . 50% sulphur limit in conformity with the imo decision , to designate new secas , to approve new alternative abatement methods and to establish the appropriate conditions for their use , to ensure appropriate monitoring of sulphur content of fuels and the harmonized content and the format of member states ' reports and to adapt the provisions of the directive to scientific and technical progress , the power to adopt acts in accordance with article 290 of the treaty on the functioning of the european union should be delegated to the commission in respect of specification of the date from which the maximum sulphur content of fuel of 0 . 50% by mass should apply in the union , designation of new secas on the basis of the decision of the imo , approval of new emission abatement methods not covered by council directive 96 / 98 / ec1 and establishment , supplementation or amendment of conditions for their use , the specification of the means of sampling and emission monitoring and the content and the format of the report and the amendment of article 2 , points 1 , 2 , 3 , 3a , 3b and 4 or article 6 paragraph 1 and 2 in the light of scientific and technical progress and , where relevant , the instruments of the imo . it is of particular importance that the commission carry out appropriate consultations during its preparatory work , including at expert level . the commission , when preparing and drawing up delegated acts , should ensure a simultaneous , timely and appropriate transmission of relevant documents to the european parliament and to the council . ___________________ 1 oj l 241 , 29 . 8 . 1998 , p . 27 .


### the delegation of power referred to in articles 4a and , 4c , 6 , 7 and 7 may be revoked at any time by the european parliament or by the council . a decision of revocation shall put an end to the delegation of the powers specified in that decision . it shall take effect the day following the publication of the decision in the official journal of the european union or at a later date specified therein . it shall not affect the validity of any delegated acts already in force . ### the delegation of power referred to in articles 4a and , 4b , 4c , 4d point da , 6 , 7 and 7 may be revoked at any time by the european parliament or by the council . a decision of revocation shall put an end to the delegation of the powers specified in that decision . it shall take effect the day following the publication of the decision in the official journal of the european union or at a later date specified therein . it shall not affect the validity of any delegated acts already in force .


### the treaty of lisbon establishes a european external action service . according to the conclusions of the european council of 29 and 30 october 2009 , the eeas is a service of a sui generis nature and should be treated as an institution for the purposes of the financial regulation . ### the treaty of lisbon establishes a european external action service . according to council decision 2010 / 427 / eu of 26 july 2010 establishing the organisation and functioning of the european external action service1 , the eeas is a service of a sui generis nature and is to be treated as an institution for the purposes of the financial regulation . _______________________ 1 oj l 201 , 3 . 8 . 2010 , p . 30 .


### pursuant to article 16 of regulation no 648 / 2004 , the commission has evaluated the use of phosphates in detergents in the report to the council and the european parliament concerning the use of phosphates . following further analysis , the commission has concluded that the use of phosphates in household laundry detergents should be limited in order to reduce the contribution of phosphates from detergents to eutrophication risks and to reduce the costs of phosphates removal in waste water treatment plants . those cost savings outweigh the cost of reformulating household laundry detergents with alternatives to phosphates . ### pursuant to article 16 of regulation no 648 / 2004 , the commission has evaluated the use of phosphates in detergents in the report to the council and the european parliament concerning the use of phosphates . following further analysis , the commission has concluded that the use of phosphates in household laundry detergents should be banned in order to reduce the contribution of phosphates from detergents to eutrophication risks and to reduce the costs of phosphates removal in waste water treatment plants . those cost savings outweigh the cost of reformulating household laundry detergents with alternatives to phosphates .


### efficient alternatives to phosphates - based household laundry detergents require small amounts of other phosphorous compounds , namely phosphonates which if used in increasing quantities might be of concern for the environment . ### efficient alternatives to phosphates - based household laundry detergents require small amounts of other phosphorous compounds , namely phosphonates , which fulfill a very specific function that is different to detergents and are used in such small quantities that they do not contribute to any measureable extent to eutrophication .


### it is appropriate to provide for deferred application of the restriction established in this regulation so as to allow operators , in particular small and medium–sized enterprises , to reformulate their phosphate–based household laundry detergents using alternatives during their usual reformulation cycle in order to minimise the costs . ### it is appropriate to provide for deferred application of the ban established in this regulation so as to allow operators , in particular small and medium–sized enterprises , to reformulate their phosphate–based household laundry detergents using alternatives during their usual reformulation cycle in order to minimise the costs .


### – limitations on the content of phosphates and other phosphorous compounds in detergents . ### – limitations or bans on the content of phosphates in detergents .


### detergents listed in annex via that do not comply with the limitations on the content of phosphates and of other phosphorous compounds laid down in that annex shall not be placed on the market from the date set out in that annex . ### detergents listed in annex via that do not comply with the limitations on the content of phosphates laid down in that annex shall not be placed on the market from the date set out in that annex .


### member states may maintain or lay down national rules concerning restrictions on the content of phosphates and of other phosphorous compounds in detergents for which no restrictions on the content are set out in annex via where justified on grounds of protection of the aquatic environment and where technically and economically feasible alternatives are available . ### member states may maintain national rules concerning restrictions on the content of phosphates in detergents for which no restrictions on the content are set out in annex via where justified on grounds of protection of the aquatic environment and where technically and economically feasible alternatives are available .


### limitations on the content of phosphates and of other phosphorous compounds shall not be placed on the market if the total content of phosphorous is equal to or greater than 0 . 5 % by weight ### limitations on the content of phosphates shall not be placed on the market if they contain added phosphates


### the ongoing community and national efforts need to be strengthened to increase the supply of micro - credits to a sufficient scale and within a reasonable time - frame so as to address the high demand of those who need it most in this period of crisis i . e . unemployed or vulnerable people , including the young who want to start or develop a micro enterprise including self - employment but do not have access to credit . ### the ongoing community and national efforts need to be strengthened to increase the supply and accessibility of micro - credits to a sufficient scale and within a reasonable time - frame so as to address the high demand of those who need it most in this period of crisis i . e . unemployed or vulnerable people , including the young who want to start or develop a micro enterprise including self - employment but do not have access to credit .


### the facility shall be open to public and private bodies established in the member states which provide microfinance to persons and micro - enterprises in the member states . ### the facility shall be open to public and private bodies including democratically controlled cooperative financial institutions established in the member states which provide microfinance to persons and micro - enterprises in the member states .


### the facility shall be open to public and private bodies established in the member states which provide microfinance to persons and micro - enterprises in the member states . ### the facility shall be open to public and private bodies established in the member states which provide microfinance to persons and micro - enterprises in the member states . these bodies must demonstrate the greatest transparency and communicate their real annualised rates . they must publish a report at least once every two years detailing and analysing information about the use of the facility .


### the commission shall receive annual implementation reports from the international financial institutions referred to in article 5 setting out the supported activities in terms of financial implementation , distribution of funding with regard to sectors and type of beneficiaries , applications submitted , contracts concluded , actions funded , results and , where possible , impact . ### the commission shall receive annual implementation reports from the international financial institutions referred to in article 5 setting out the supported activities in terms of financial implementation , distribution of funding with regard to sectors and type of beneficiaries , applications submitted , contracts concluded , actions funded , results and impact .


### the commission shall receive annual implementation reports from the international financial institutions referred to in article 5 setting out the supported activities in terms of financial implementation , distribution of funding with regard to sectors and type of beneficiaries , applications submitted , contracts concluded , actions funded , results and , where possible , impact . ### the commission shall receive annual implementation reports from the international financial institutions referred to in article 5 setting out the supported activities in terms of financial implementation , distribution and accessibility of funding with regard to sectors and type of beneficiaries , applications submitted , contracts concluded , actions funded , results and , where possible , impact .


### for the first time in 2011 and before 31 december of each year , the commission shall present to the european parliament and to the council a quantitative and qualitative annual report on the activities under this decision in the previous year . the annual report shall be based on the implementation reports referred to in paragraph 1 and focus mainly on the results achieved and shall in particular contain information relating to applications submitted , contracts concluded , actions funded including their complementarity with other community interventions , notably the esf . ### for the first time in 2011 and before 31 december of each year , the commission shall present to the european parliament and to the council a quantitative and qualitative annual report on the activities under this decision in the previous year . the annual report shall be based on the implementation reports referred to in paragraph 1 and focus mainly on the results achieved and shall in particular contain information relating to applications submitted , contracts concluded , actions funded including their complementarity with other community interventions , notably the esf . it shall also contain information , activity by activity , on the development of microenterprises in the social economy which have sought assistance from european microfinancing facilities .


### for the first time in 2011 and before 31 december of each year , the commission shall present to the european parliament and to the council a quantitative and qualitative annual report on the activities under this decision in the previous year . the annual report shall be based on the implementation reports referred to in paragraph 1 and focus mainly on the results achieved and shall in particular contain information relating to applications submitted , contracts concluded , actions funded including their complementarity with other community interventions , notably the esf . ### before 31 may of each year , the commission shall present to the european parliament and to the council a quantitative and qualitative annual report on the activities under this decision in the previous year . the annual report shall be based on the implementation reports referred to in paragraph 1 and focus mainly on the extent to which the facility has been used by member states and the results achieved as well as the durability of the results achieved , which should be the subject of an assessment ; it shall in particular contain information relating to applications accepted or rejected , contracts concluded , actions funded including their complementarity with other community interventions , notably the esf .


### the commission shall carry out interim and final evaluations at its own initiative and in close cooperation with the international financial institutions referred to in article 5 . the interim evaluation shall be completed four years after the start of the facility and the final evaluation at the latest one year after the end of the mandate given to the international financial institutions referred to in article 5 . the final evaluation shall , in particular , examine the extent to which the facility as a whole has achieved its objectives . ### the commission shall carry out interim and final evaluations at its own initiative and in close cooperation with the international financial institutions referred to in article 5 . the interim evaluation shall be completed two years after the start of the facility and the final evaluation at the latest one year after the end of the mandate given to the international financial institutions referred to in article 5 . the final evaluation shall , in particular , examine the extent to which the facility as a whole has achieved its objectives and , if appropriate , make a proposal to increase the efficiency of the implementation of actions by the facility , also drawing on the experience of related programmes such as jeremie .


### for parent undertakings of undertakings to be consolidated that together exceed an average number of 500 employees during the financial year , and , on their balance sheet dates , exceed either a balance sheet total of eur 20 million or a net turnover of eur 40 million , the review shall also include a non - financial statement containing information relating to at least environmental , social and employee matters , respect for human rights , anti - corruption and bribery matters , including the following : ### the review can also include a non - financial statement containing information relating to at least environmental , social and employee matters , respect for human rights , anti - corruption and bribery matters , including the following :


### projects of common interest should be implemented as quickly as possible and should be closely monitored and evaluated , while keeping the administrative burden for projects promoters to a minimum . the commission should nominate european coordinators for projects facing particular difficulties . ### projects of common interest should be implemented as quickly as possible and should be closely monitored and evaluated , while keeping the administrative burden for projects promoters , particularly with regard to small and medium - sized enterprises , to a minimum . the commission should nominate european coordinators for projects facing particular difficulties .


### the establishment of a single competent authority at national level integrating or coordinating all permit granting procedures should reduce complexity , increase efficiency and transparency and help enhance cooperation among member states . ### the establishment of a single competent authority at national level , the decision - making body of which should include a manager delegated by the relevant regional authority and coordinate all permit granting procedures , should reduce complexity , increase efficiency and transparency and help enhance cooperation among member states .


### promote the project , for which he or she has been designated european coordinator and the cross - border dialogue between the project promoters and all concerned stakeholders ; ### promote the project , for which he or she has been designated european coordinator and the cross - border dialogue between the project promoters and all concerned stakeholders , which specifically include regional and local authorities ;


### promote the project , for which he or she has been designated european coordinator and the cross - border dialogue between the project promoters and all concerned stakeholders ; ### promote the project , for which he or she has been designated european coordinator and the cross - border dialogue between the project promoters , the regional and local authorities , the autonomous communities and all concerned stakeholders ;


### the authorities , stakeholders , and the public likely to be concerned ; ### the authorities , stakeholders , and the public that must be concerned ;


### for electricity projects falling under the categories set out in point 1 of annex ii , each group shall be composed of representatives of the member states , national regulatory authorities , transmission system operators following their obligation to cooperate on a regional level in accordance with article 6 of directive 2009 / 72 / ec and article 12 of regulation no 714 / 2009 and project promoters concerned by each of the relevant priorities designated in annex i , as well as the commission , the agency and the entso for electricity . ### for electricity projects falling under the categories set out in point 1 of annex ii , each group shall be composed of representatives of the competent authorities of&#160 ; the member states , national regulatory authorities , regional and local authorities , transmission system operators following their obligation to cooperate on a regional level in accordance with article 6 of directive 2009 / 72 / ec and article 12 of regulation no 714 / 2009 and project promoters concerned by each of the relevant priorities designated in annex i , as well as the commission , the agency and the entso for electricity .


### the stakeholders affected by a project of common interest , including relevant authorities , landowners and citizens living in the vicinity of the project , the general public and their associations , organisations or groups , shall be extensively informed and consulted at an early stage and in an open and transparent manner . where relevant , the competent authority shall actively support the activities undertaken by the project promoter . ### the stakeholders affected by a project of common interest , including relevant authorities , landowners and citizens living in the vicinity of the project , the general public and their associations , organisations or groups , shall be extensively informed and consulted at an early stage &#8211 ; no later than the start of the licensing procedure &#8211 ; and in an open and transparent manner . where relevant , the competent authority shall actively support the activities undertaken by the project promoter .


### draft legislative resolution ### - 1a . recalls its resolution of 8 june 2011 on investing in the future : a new multiannual financial framework for a competitive , sustainable and inclusive europe1 ; reiterates that , regardless of realisable savings and reallocations , sufficient additional resources are needed in the next multiannual financial framework to enable the union to fulfil its existing policy priorities and the new tasks provided for in the treaty of lisbon , as well as to respond to unforeseen events ; challenges the council , in case it does not share this approach , to clearly identify which of its political priorities or projects could be dropped altogether , despite their proven european added value ; __________ 1 texts adopted , p7_ta0266 .


### legal professionals , as defined by the member states , should be subject to the provisions of this directive when participating in financial or corporate transactions , including providing tax advice , where there is the greatest risk of the services of those legal professionals being misused for the purpose of laundering the proceeds of criminal activity or for the purpose of terrorist financing . there should , however , be exemptions from any obligation to report information obtained either before , during or after judicial proceedings , or in the course of ascertaining the legal position of a client . thus , legal advice should remain subject to the obligation of professional secrecy unless the legal counsellor is taking part in money laundering or terrorist financing , the legal advice is provided for money laundering or terrorist financing purposes or the lawyer knows that the client is seeking legal advice for money laundering or terrorist financing purposes . ### legal professionals , as defined by the member states , should be subject to the provisions of this directive when participating in financial or corporate transactions , including providing tax advice , where there is the greatest risk of the services of those legal professionals being misused for the purpose of laundering the proceeds of criminal activity , terrorist financing , criminal activity as defined in article 3 or aggressive tax avoidance . there should , however , be exemptions from any obligation to report information obtained either before , during or after judicial proceedings , or in the course of ascertaining the legal position of a client . thus , legal advice should remain subject to the obligation of professional secrecy unless the legal counsellor is taking part in money laundering , terrorist financing , criminal activity as defined in article 3 or aggressive tax avoidance , the legal advice is provided for money laundering , terrorist financing purposes , criminal activity as defined in article 3 or aggressive tax avoidance , or the lawyer knows that the client is seeking legal advice for money laundering , terrorist financing purposes or criminal activity as defined in article 3 or aggressive tax avoidance .


### the need for accurate and up - to - date information on the beneficial owner is a key factor in tracing criminals who might otherwise hide their identity behind a corporate structure . member states should therefore ensure that companies retain information on their beneficial ownership and make this information available to competent authorities and obliged entities . in addition , trustees should declare their status to obliged entities . ### the need for accurate and up - to - date information on the beneficial owner is a key factor in tracing criminals who might otherwise hide their identity behind a corporate structure . member states should therefore ensure that companies retain information on their beneficial ownership , maintain central registers , and make this information available to competent authorities , obliged entities , and , in the case of listed obliged entities , to the public . in addition , trustees should declare their status to obliged entities .


### other natural or legal persons trading in goods , only to the extent that payments are made or received in cash in an amount of eur 7 500 or more , whether the transaction is executed in a single operation or in several operations which appear to be linked ; ### other natural or legal persons trading in goods , only to the extent that payments are made or received in cash in an amount of eur 15 000 or more , whether the transaction is executed in a single operation or in several operations which appear to be linked ;


### all offences , including tax crimes related to direct taxes and indirect taxes , which are punishable by deprivation of liberty or a detention order for a maximum of more than one year or , as regards those states which have a minimum threshold for offences in their legal system , all offences punishable by deprivation of liberty or a detention order for a minimum of more than six months ; ### all offences , which are punishable by deprivation of liberty or a detention order for a maximum of more than one year or , as regards those states which have a minimum threshold for offences in their legal system , all offences punishable by deprivation of liberty or a detention order for a minimum of more than six months ;


### members of parliaments ; ### members of parliaments or other legislative bodies ;


### member states shall take all appropriate measures in order to protect employees of the obliged entity who report suspicions of money laundering or terrorist financing either internally or to the fiu from being exposed to threats or hostile action . ### member states shall ensure that the obliged entities prevent their own employees who report suspicions of money laundering or terrorist financing either internally or to the fiu from being exposed to threats or hostile action , including termination of employment , and that these should be provided with adequate legal protection if required .


### the european system of financial supervisors should be a network of national and community supervisory authorities , leaving day - to - day supervision of financial market participant at the national level , and according a central role in the supervision of cross - border groups to colleges of supervisors . greater harmonisation and the coherent application of rules for financial market participants and markets across the community should also be achieved . a european securities and markets authority should be established , along with a european insurance and occupational pensions authority and a european banking authority . ### the european system of financial supervisors should be a network of national and european union supervisory authorities , leaving day - to - day supervision of financial institutions that have no eu dimension at the national level . colleges of supervisors shall exert supervision of institutions operating as cross borders that have no eu dimension . the authority shall gradually take over supervision of institutions with european union dimension . greater harmonisation and the coherent application of rules for financial institutions and markets across the union should also be achieved . a european securities and markets authority should be established , along with a european supervisory authority and a european supervisory authority as well as a european supervisory authority . the european systemic risk board shall form part of a european system of financial supervision .


### a full time chairperson , selected by the board of supervisors through an open competition , should represent the authority . the management of the authority should be entrusted to an executive director , who should have the right to participate in meetings of the board of supervisors and the management board without the right to vote . ### a full time chairperson , appointed by the european parliament following an open selection procedure managed by the board of supervisors , should represent the authority . the management of the authority should be entrusted to an executive director , who should have the right to participate in meetings of the board of supervisors and the management board without the right to vote .