### where the currency used for the payment of instalments is different from the credit currency , the exchange rate to be used shall be clearly indicated . such indications shall include the name of the institution publishing the exchange and the moment at which the applicable exchange is calculated . ### where the currency used for the payment of instalments is different from the credit currency , the date at which the applicable exchange is calculated shall be given .


### the creditor shall also list each of the costs by category , indicating their amount , to whom they are to be paid and at what moment . where the amount is not known , the creditor shall provide a possible range or an indication of how the amount will be calculated . ### the creditor shall also list each of the costs by category , indicating their amount , to whom they are to be paid and at what moment . this does not have to include costs incurred for breaches of contract obligations . where the amount is not known , the creditor shall provide a possible range or an indication of how the amount will be calculated .


### where the credit may be repaid early , the creditor shall indicate under what conditions , if any , the borrower can do so . the creditor shall also indicate the steps the borrower should take in order to request the early repayment . ### where the credit may be repaid early , the creditor shall indicate under what conditions , if any , the borrower can do so .


### credit intermediaries shall be duly authorised to carry out the activities set out in article 3 by a competent authority as defined in article 4 in their home member state . such authorisation shall be granted on the basis of requirements established in the home member state of the credit intermediary and shall include the fulfilment of the professional requirements laid down in article 20 . ### unless provided otherwise by article [ 19a new ] , credit intermediaries shall be duly authorised to carry out the activities set out in article 3 by a competent authority as defined in article 4 in their home member state . such authorisation shall be granted on the basis of requirements established in the home member state of the credit intermediary and shall include the fulfilment of the professional requirements laid down in article 21 .


### an assessment of consumer satisfaction with the esis ; ### an assessment of consumer satisfaction with and use of the esis ;


### european union external support has increasing financing needs but the economic and budgetary situation of the union limits the resources available for such support . the commission must therefore seek the most efficient use of available resources by using financial instruments with leverage effect . such effect could be increased by enabling the use and re - use of funds invested and generated by financial instruments . ### european union external support has increasing financing needs but the ongoing economic and budgetary austerity crisis of the union limits the resources available for such support . the commission must therefore seek the most efficient and practical use of available resources by using financial instruments with leverage effect . such effect could be increased by enabling the use and re - use of funds invested and generated by financial instruments .


### in a seamless single market in electronic communications , the freedom to provide electronic communications networks and services to every customer in the union and the right of each end - user to choose the best offer available on the market should be ensured and should not be hindered by the fragmentation of markets along national borders . the current regulatory framework for electronic communications does not fully address such fragmentation , with national , rather than union - wide general authorisation regimes , national spectrum assignment schemes , differences of access products available for electronic communications providers in different member states , and different sets of sector - specific consumer rules applicable . the union rules in many cases merely define a baseline , and are often implemented in diverging ways by the member states . ### in a seamless single market for electronic communications , the provision of electronic communications , networks and services to consumers , competition and choice must be prioritised .


### the application of various national policies creates inconsistencies and fragmentation of the internal market which hamper the roll - out of union - wide services and the completion of the internal market for wireless broadband communications . it could in particular create unequal conditions for access to such services , hamper competition between undertakings established in different member states and stifle investments in more advanced networks and technologies and the emergence of innovative services , thereby depriving citizens and businesses of ubiquitous integrated high - quality services and wireless broadband operators of increased efficiency gains from large - scale more integrated operations . therefore , action at union level regarding certain aspects of radio spectrum assignment should accompany the development of wide integrated coverage of advanced wireless broadband communications services throughout the union . at the same time , member states should retain the right to adopt measures to organise their radio spectrum for public order , public security purposes and defence . ### member states should retain the right to adopt measures to organise and manage their radio spectrum .


### end - users shall be free to access and distribute information and content , run applications and use services of their choice via their internet access service . ### end - users shall be free to access and distribute information and content , run applications and use services of their choice , irrespective of their origin or destination , via their internet access service . internet access service providers shall not restrict or prevent the use by end - users of any terminal equipment to access and distribute information and content via their internet access service . this is without prejudice to the rights of member states to grant individual rights of use under article 5 of directive 2002 / 20 / ec . providers of electronic communications to the public shall ensure that end - users are able to run any application utilising the electronic communication function of the internet without any form of restriction on the content exchanged , except for the purposes of reasonable traffic management measures or to implement a court order .


### in order to enable the provision of specialised services to end - users , providers of content , applications and services and providers of electronic communications to the public shall be free to enter into agreements with each other to transmit the related data volumes or traffic as specialised services with a defined quality of service or dedicated capacity . the provision of specialised services shall not impair in a recurring or continuous manner the general quality of internet access services . ### providers of electronic communication services or providers of content , applications and services shall be allowed to offer specialised services provided that such offers are in addition to internet access services and are not to the material detriment of their affordability or quality .


### 1 - 1 ) this is general export authorisation in accordance with article 6 and covers the following items : all dual - use items specified in any entry in annex i except those listed in paragraph 1 - 2 below : where the items were imported into the european community territory for the purpose of maintenance or repair , and are exported to the country of consignment without any changes to their original characteristics , or b . where the items are exported to the country of consignment in exchange for items of the same quality and number which were re - imported into the european community territory for repair or replacement under warranty . ### 1 - 1 ) this general export authorisation is in accordance with article 9 and covers the following items : all dual - use items specified in any entry in annex i except those listed in paragraph 1 - 2 below : where the items were imported or re - imported into the union territory for the purpose of maintenance or repair or replacement under warranty , and are exported to the country of consignment without any changes to their original characteristics , or b . where the items are exported to the country of consignment in exchange for items of the same quality and number which were re - imported into the union territory for the purpose of maintenance , repair or replacement under warranty .


### inform the competent authorities of the member state where he is established ) of first use of the authorisation no later than 30 days after the date of first export ; ### inform the competent authorities of the member state where he is established ) of first use of the authorisation no later than 30 working days after the date of first export ;


### given the increasing usage of satellite navigation across a great number of fields of activity , an interruption in the supply of services could lead to significant harm to modern society . in addition , due to their strategic aspect , satellite navigation systems are sensitive infrastructures , that could be susceptible to malicious use . the abovementioned aspects could affect the security of the union and its member states . security requirements must therefore be taken into account in the design , implementation and operation of the infrastructures emerging from the galileo and egnos programmes . ### given the increasing usage of satellite navigation across a great number of fields of activity , an interruption in the supply of services could lead to significant harm to modern society and result in losses for many economic operators . in addition , due to their strategic aspect , satellite navigation systems are sensitive infrastructures , that could be susceptible to malicious use . the abovementioned aspects could affect the security of the union and its member states . security requirements must therefore be taken into account in the design , implementation and operation of the infrastructures emerging from the galileo and egnos programmes .


### in order to optimise the use of the services provided , the systems , networks and services emerging from the galileo and egnos programmes must be compatible and interoperable with one another and , insofar as possible , with other satellite navigation systems and conventional means of radio navigation . ### in order to optimise the use of the services provided , the systems , networks and services emerging from the galileo and egnos programmes must be compatible and interoperable with one another and with other satellite navigation systems and conventional means of radio navigation .


### for projects listed in annex ii , the developer shall provide information on the characteristics of the project , its potential impact on the environment and the measures envisaged in order to avoid and reduce significant effects . the detailed list of information to be provided is specified in annex ii . a . ### for projects listed in annex ii , subject to nationally set thresholds in accordance with paragraphs 2 and 4 , the developer may provide relevant information on the characteristics of the project , its potential impact on the environment and the measures envisaged in order to avoid and reduce significant effects in order to demonstrate that the project is not likely to have significant environmental effects . the detailed list of information to be considered is specified in annex ii . a .


### a summary of the comments received pursuant to articles 6 and 7 ; ### a summary of the issues raised pursuant to articles 6 and 7 ;


### ‘ upgrading’ means any modification work on a subsystem or part of it which results in a change in the technical file accompanying the ‘ ec’ declaration of verification , if this technical file exists , and which improves the overall performance of the subsystem ; ### ‘ upgrading’ means any major modification work on a subsystem or part subsystem of it which results in a change in the technical file accompanying the ‘ ec’ declaration of verification , if this technical file exists , and which improves the overall performance of the subsystem ;


### member states shall notify the full text of existing national rules to the agency and the commission through the appropriate it system in accordance with article 23 of regulation no … / … [ agency regulation ] . ### member states shall notify the full text of existing national rules to the agency and the commission through the appropriate it system in accordance with article 23 of regulation no … / … [ agency regulation ] . member states shall submit the full text if possible , otherwise at least the reference to the appropriate document .


### if a member state intends to introduce a new national rule , it shall notify the draft to the agency and the commission through the appropriate it system in accordance with article 23 of regulation no … / … [ agency regulation ] . ### if a member state intends to introduce a new national rule , it shall notify the draft at the initial stage of development to the agency and the commission through the appropriate it system in accordance with article 23 of regulation no . . . / . . . [ agency regulation ] .


### however , if the agency issues a vehicle authorisation for placing on the market , it shall at the same time issue the authorisation to place the corresponding vehicle type on the market . ### if the agency or the national safety authority issues a vehicle authorisation for placing on the market , it shall at the same time , at the applicant ' s request , issue the authorisation to place the corresponding vehicle type on the market .


### in the case of vehicles placed in service for the first time in a third country and subsequently placed in service in a member state , that member state shall ensure that the vehicle data can be retrieved through the national vehicle register or through provisions of an international agreement . ### in the case of vehicles placed in service for the first time in a third country and subsequently placed in service in a member state , that member state shall ensure that the vehicle data , including at least data relating to the vehicle keeper , the entity in charge of maintenance and the restrictions on how the vehicle may be used , can be retrieved through the national vehicle register or through provisions of an international agreement .


### research and innovation , including eco - innovation and social innovation , are among the main drivers of future growth and have been put at the centre of the europe 2020 strategy for smart , sustainable and inclusive growth . contracting entities should make the best strategic use of public procurement to spur innovation . buying innovative goods and services plays a key role in improving the efficiency and quality of public services while addressing major societal challenges . it contributes to achieving best value for money as well as wider economic , environmental and societal benefits in terms of generating new ideas , translating them into innovative products and services and thus promoting sustainable economic growth . this directive should contribute to facilitating procurement of innovation and help member states in achieving the innovation union targets . a specific procurement procedure should therefore be provided for which allows contracting entities to establish a long - term innovation partnership for the development and subsequent purchase of a new , innovative product , service or works provided it can be delivered to agreed performance levels and costs . the partnership should be structured in such a way that it can provide the necessary ‘ market - pull’ incentivising the development of an innovative solution without foreclosing the market . ### research and innovation , including eco - innovation and social innovation , are among the main drivers of future growth and have been put at the centre of the europe 2020 strategy for smart , sustainable and inclusive growth . public authorities should make the best strategic use of public procurement to drive innovation . buying innovative goods and services plays a key role in improving the efficiency and quality of public services while addressing major societal challenges . it contributes to achieving best value for public money as well as wider economic , environmental and societal benefits in terms of generating new ideas , translating them into innovative products and services and promoting sustainable economic growth . an innovative procurement model is detailed in the commission ' s communication on pre - commercial procurement1 . this model promotes the take up in the procurement of research and development services which do not fall within the scope of this directive . this model , which has been written into this directive , is recognised and will be available for all contracting authorities to consider . this directive should however contribute to facilitating the public procurement of innovation more generally , and help member states in achieving the innovation union targets . where a need for the development of an innovative product , service or works and the subsequent purchase of the resulting output cannot be met by solutions already available on the market , contracting authorities should have access to a specific procurement procedure in respect of contracts falling within the scope of this directive . this new procedure should allow contracting authorities to establish an innovation partnership for the development and subsequent purchase of new , innovative products , services or works , provided that these can be delivered to agreed performance levels and costs . the procedure should be based on the rules applying to the competitive procedure with negotiations and contracts should be awarded on the sole basis of the most economically advantageous tender , which is the most suited to comparing tenders for innovative solutions . whether the innovation partnership concerns a very large project or a smaller project , it should be structured in such as a way that it can provide the necessary ' market pull ' , incentivising the development of innovative solutions without foreclosing the market . contracting authorities should therefore not misuse innovation partnerships to prevent , restrict or distort competition . __________________ 1 com 799 final : communication from the commission to the european parliament , the council , the european economic and social committee and the committee of the regions on pre - commercial procurement : driving innovation to ensure sustainable high quality public services in europe .


### the technical specifications drawn up by purchasers need to allow public procurement to be opened up to competition . to that end , it should be possible to submit tenders that reflect the diversity of technical solutions so as to obtain a sufficient level of competition . consequently , technical specifications should be drafted in such a way to avoid artificially narrowing down competition through requirements that favour a specific economic operator by mirroring key characteristics of the supplies , services or works habitually offered by that economic operator . drawing up the technical specifications in terms of functional and performance requirements generally allows this objective to be achieved in the best way possible and favours innovation . where reference is made to a european standard or , in the absence thereof , to a national standard , tenders based on other equivalent arrangements which meet the requirements of the contracting entities and are equivalent in terms of safety must be considered by the contracting entities . to demonstrate equivalence , tenderers can be required to provide third - party verified evidence ; however , other appropriate means of proof such as a technical dossier of the manufacturer should also be allowed where the economic operator concerned has no access to such certificates or test reports , or no possibility of obtaining them within the relevant time limits . ### the technical specifications drawn up by public purchasers need to allow public procurement to be opened up to competition . to that end , it must be possible to submit tenders that reflect the diversity of technical solutions , standards and specifications in the marketplace so as to obtain a sufficient level of competition . consequently , technical specifications should be drafted in such a way to avoid artificially narrowing down competition through requirements that favour a specific economic operator by mirroring key characteristics of the supplies , services or works habitually offered by that economic operator , or that disadvantage economic operators on the basis of business or development model including with regard to standards or specifications implemented in a given solution or service . drawing up the technical specifications in terms of functional and performance requirements generally allows this objective to be achieved in the best way possible and favours innovation . where reference is made to a european standard or , in the absence thereof , to a national standard , tenders based on equivalent arrangements must be considered equally by contracting authorities . to demonstrate equivalence , tenderers can be required to provide third - party verified evidence ; however , other appropriate means of proof such as a technical dossier of the manufacturer should also be allowed where the economic operator concerned has no access to such certificates or test reports , or no possibility of obtaining them within the relevant time limits . contracting authorities must be able to provide a reason for any decision that equivalence does not exist in a given case .


### in order to encourage the involvement of small and medium - sized enterprises in the procurement market , it should be provided explicitly that contracts may be divided into lots , whether homogenous or heterogeneous . where contracts are divided into lots , contracting entities may , for instance in order to preserve competition or to ensure security of supply , limit the number of lots for which an economic operator may tender ; they may also limit the number of lots that may be awarded to any one tenderer . ### public procurement should be adapted to the needs of smes . contracting authorities should make use of the code of best practice providing guidance on how they may apply the public procurement framework in a way that facilitates sme participation . in order to foster the involvement of small and medium - sized enterprises in the public procurement market , contracting authorities should in particular give consideration to dividing contracts into lots and ensure transparency in access to information on their reasons for doing so or choosing not to . member states should introduce measures to promote the access of smes to public procurement , in particular through improved information and guidance on tendering and on the new opportunities offered by the modernised eu legal framework , and to foster the exchange of best practice and the organisation of training and events involving public procurers and smes .


### where contracting entities are obliged or choose to apply the just mentioned exclusion criteria , they should apply directive [ 2004 / 18 ] concerning the possibility that economic operators adopt compliance measures aimed at remedying the consequences of any criminal offences or misconduct and at effectively preventing further occurrences of the misbehaviour . ### where contracting entities are obliged or choose to apply the exclusion criteria mentioned above , they should apply directive [ 2004 / 18 ] concerning the possibility that economic operators adopt compliance measures aimed at remedying the consequences of any criminal offences or misconduct and at effectively preventing further occurrences of the misbehaviour .


### monitoring , oversight and support structures or mechanisms exist already at national level and can of course be used to ensure monitoring , implementation and control of public procurement and to provide the required support to contracting entities and economic operators . ### traceability and transparency of decision - making in procurement procedures is essential for ensuring sound procedures , including effectively fighting corruption and fraud . contracting authorities should keep copies of concluded contracts for high - value contracts to be able to provide access to these documents to interested parties in accordance with applicable rules on access to documentation . furthermore , the essential elements and decisions of individual procurement procedures should be documented in a procurement report . to limit administrative burdens , the procurement report should refer to information already contained in the relevant contract award notices . the electronic systems for publication of these notices , managed by the commission , should also be improved in view of facilitating data entry while making it easier to extract reports and exchange data between systems .


### it is established for or has the specific purpose of meeting needs in the general interest , not having an industrial or commercial character ; for that purpose , a body which operates in normal market conditions , aims to make a profit , and bears the losses resulting from the exercise of its activity does not have the purpose of meeting needs in the general interest , not having an industrial or commercial character ; ### established for , or which has the specific purpose of , meeting needs in the general interest and does not have an industrial or commercial character ;


### the partnership shall be structured in successive stages following the sequence of steps in the research and innovation process , possibly up to the manufacturing of the supply or the provision of the services . it shall provide for intermediate targets to be attained by the partner and provide for payment of the remuneration in appropriate instalments . based on those targets , the contracting entity can decide after each stage to terminate the partnership and launch a new procurement procedure for the remaining phases , provided that it has acquired the relevant intellectual property rights . ### the partnership shall be structured in successive stages following the sequence of steps in the research and innovation process , which may include the manufacturing of the supply , or the provision of the services or the completion of the works . the partnership shall set intermediate targets to be attained by the partner and provide for remuneration in appropriate instalments . based on those targets , the contracting entity may decide after each stage to terminate the partnership and launch a new procurement procedure for the remaining phases , provided that the contracting entity has indicated in the procurement documents under which conditions it may make use of this discretion to terminate the partnership .


### only those economic operators invited by the contracting entity following its assessment of the requested information may submit research and innovation projects , aimed at meeting the needs identified by the contracting entity that cannot be met by existing solutions . the contract shall be awarded on the sole basis of the award criterion of the most economically advantageous tender in accordance with article 76 . ### only those economic operators invited by the contracting entity following its assessment of the requested information may submit research and innovation projects aimed at meeting the needs identified by the contracting entity that cannot be met by existing solutions .


### the structure of the partnership and , in particular the duration and value of the different phases shall reflect the degree of innovation of the proposed solution and the sequence of the research and innovation activities required for the development of an innovative solution not yet available on the market . the value and duration of a contract for the purchase of the resulting supply , service or works shall remain within appropriate limits , taking into account the need to recover the costs , including those incurred in developing an innovative solution , and to achieve an adequate profit . ### the contracting entity shall ensure that the structure of the partnership and , in particular , the duration and value of the different phases shall reflect the degree of innovation of the proposed solution and the sequence of the research and innovation activities required for the development of an innovative solution not yet available on the market . the estimated value of supplies , services or works shall not be disproportionate in relation to the investment required for their development .


### by reference to technical specifications and , in order of preference , to national standards transposing european standards , european technical approvals , common technical specifications , international standards , other technical reference systems established by the european standardisation bodies or - when those do not exist - national standards , national technical approvals or national technical specifications relating to the design , calculation and execution of the works and use of the supplies ; each reference shall be accompanied by the words ‘ or equivalent’ ; ### by reference to technical specifications and , in order of preference , and without discrimination as to development method , to national standards transposing european standards , european technical approvals , common technical specifications , international standards , other technical reference systems established by the european standardisation bodies or when those do not exist national standards , national technical approvals or national technical specifications relating to the design , calculation and execution of the works and use of the supplies ; each reference shall be accompanied by the words ' or equivalent ' ;


### contracts may be subdivided into homogenous or heterogeneous lots . article 13 applies . ### to facilitate greater access to public procurement by small and medium - sized enterprises , public contracts may be subdivided into homogenous or heterogeneous lots . article 13 applies . for contracts with a value equal to and over eur 1 000 000 , contracting authorities shall provide a justification for not sub - dividing the contract into lots in the contract notice or in the invitation to confirm interest .


### the most economically advantageous tender referred to in point of paragraph 1 ) from the point of view of the contracting entity shall be identified on the basis of criteria linked to the subject - matter of the contract in question . ### the most economically advantageous tender referred to in point of paragraph 1 from the point of view of the contracting entity shall be identified on the basis of criteria linked to the subject - matter of the public contract in question and , wherever possible , on the basis of the monetisation of the life cycle as defined in article 2 , point 22 .


### in conformity with council directive 92 / 13 / eec , member states shall ensure correct application of this directive by effective , available and transparent mechanisms which complement the system in place for the review of decisions taken by contracting entities . ### in order to effectively ensure correct and efficient implementation , member states shall make sure that at least the tasks set out in this article are performed by one or more authorities or structures . they shall indicate to the commission all authorities or structures competent for these tasks .


### contracting entities shall document the progress of all procurement procedures , whether or not the procedures are conducted by electronic means . to that end , they shall document all stages in the procurement procedure , including all communications with economic operators and internal deliberations , preparation of the tenders , dialogue or negotiation if any , selection and award of the contract . ### contracting entities shall document the progress of all procurement procedures , whether or not those are conducted by electronic means . to that end , they shall ensure that they dispose of sufficient documentation to justify decisions taken in all stages of the procurement procedure , such as documentation on communications with economic operators and internal deliberations , preparation of the tenders , dialogue or negotiation if any , selection and award of the contract .


### member states shall ensure that this report contains at least the number and value of contracts awarded , broken down by categories of activity to which articles 5 to 11 refer and any other information required to verify the proper application of the agreement . this shall include the number and value of contracts awarded pursuant to a negotiated procedure without a call for competition , broken down according to the circumstances referred to in article 44 and by categories of activity to which articles 5 to 11 refer . it shall also specify the member state or third country of the successful contractor . ### for all contracts above the thresholds of this directive , member states shall ensure that this report contains the estimated number and value of contracts awarded during the year concerned , broken down by categories of activity to which articles 5 to 11 refer and any other information required to verify the proper application of the wto government procurement agreement . this shall include the estimated number and value of contracts awarded pursuant to a negotiated procedure without a call for competition .


### in order to deliver on the targets and objectives of smart , sustainable and inclusive growth set out in the europe 2020 strategy , the erdf should contribute under the european territorial cooperation goal to the thematic objectives of developing an economy based on knowledge , research and innovation , promoting a greener , more resource - efficient and competitive economy , fostering high employment that delivers social and territorial cohesion , and developing administrative capacity . however , the list of the investment priorities under the different thematic objectives should be adapted to the specific needs of the european territorial cooperation goal , in particular by allowing for the continuation under cross - border cooperation of legal and administrative cooperation and cooperation between citizens and institutions , of cooperation in the fields of employment , training and social inclusion in a cross - border perspective , by allowing for the continuation under transnational cooperation of maritime cross - border cooperation not covered by cross - border cooperation programmes , and by the development and implementation of macro - regional and sea - basin strategies . ### in order to deliver on the targets and objectives of smart , sustainable and inclusive growth set out in the europe 2020 strategy , the erdf should contribute under the european territorial cooperation goal to the thematic objectives of developing an economy based on knowledge , research and innovation , promoting a greener , more resource - efficient and competitive economy , fostering high employment that delivers social and territorial cohesion , and developing administrative capacity . however , the list of the investment priorities under the different thematic objectives should be adapted to the specific needs of the european territorial cooperation goal , in particular by allowing for the continuation under cross - border cooperation of legal and administrative cooperation and cooperation between citizens and institutions , of development , improvement or expansion of transport and tourism infrastructure , of cooperation in the fields of employment , training and social inclusion in a cross - border perspective , by allowing for the continuation under transnational cooperation of maritime cross - border cooperation not covered by cross - border cooperation programmes , and by the development and implementation of macro - regional and sea - basin strategies .


### amount and emission factor for each type of fuel consumed in total and differentiated between fuel used inside and outside emission control areas ; ### amount and emission factor for each type of fuel consumed ;


### address , telephone , fax and e - mail details for a contact person ; ### address , telephone and e - mail details for a contact person ;


### where the holder of the registration certificate moves his normal residence to another member state , he shall request registration of a vehicle registered in another member state within a period of six months following his arrival . ### where the holder of the registration certificate moves his normal residence to another member state , he shall request registration of a vehicle registered in another member state within a period of six months following his arrival . member states may require a shorter timescale for the submission of requests for re - registration .


### vehicles carrying a professional vehicle registration certificate may only be used if the vehicle does not constitute a direct and immediate risk to road safety . those vehicles may not be used for commercial transport of persons or goods . ### vehicles carrying a professional vehicle registration certificate may only be used if the vehicle does not constitute a direct and immediate risk to road safety and carries a compulsory roadworthiness certificate . those vehicles may not be used for commercial transport of persons or goods .


### the information on the registration of vehicles in the member state of the relevant authority ; ### the information on the registration of vehicles in the member state of the relevant authority , and in particular : the necessary documents , fees , the expected waiting time for a decision and the procedures ;


### it shall apply from xxxx [ date to be inserted : one year after entry into force of this regulation ] . ### it shall apply from xxxx [ date to be inserted : three years after entry into force of this regulation ] .


### in order to enable proprietors of registered trade marks to fight counterfeiting more effectively , they should be entitled to prohibit the affixing of an infringing trade mark to goods and certain preparatory acts prior to the affixing . ### in order to enable proprietors of registered trade marks to fight counterfeiting more effectively , they should be entitled to prohibit the affixing of an infringing trade mark to goods and all preparatory acts prior to the affixing .


### action to deliver the priority objectives should be taken at different levels of governance , in line with the principle of subsidiarity . ### action to deliver the priority objectives should be taken at different levels of governance , in line with the principle of subsidiarity and the latest scientific developments .


### biodiversity loss and the degradation of ecosystems in the union have important implications for the environment and are costly for society as a whole , particularly for economic actors in sectors that depend directly on ecosystem services . ### biodiversity loss and the degradation of ecosystems in the union have not only important implications for the environment and are costly for society as a whole , particularly for economic actors in sectors that depend directly on ecosystem services , but also for future generations .


### there is significant scope for reducing greenhouse gas emissions and enhancing resource efficiency in the union . this will ease pressures on the environment and bring increased competitiveness and new sources of growth and jobs through cost savings from improved efficiency , commercialisation of innovations and better management of resources over their whole life cycle . ### there is significant scope for reducing greenhouse gas emissions and enhancing energy and resource efficiency in the union . this will ease pressures on the environment and bring increased competitiveness and new sources of growth and jobs through cost savings from improved efficiency , commercialisation of innovations and better management of resources over their whole life cycle .


### environmental problems and impacts continue to pose significant risks for human health and wellbeing , whereas measures to improve the state of the environment can be beneficial . ### environmental problems and impacts increasingly pose significant risks for human health and wellbeing , whereas measures to improve the state of the environment can be beneficial and should be encouraged in all aspects of european union policy .


### the full and even implementation of the environment acquis across the union is a sound investment for the environment and human health , and also for the economy . ### the full and even implementation of the environment acquis across the union is a sound investment for the environment and human health , for the economy and for future generations .


### environmental integration is essential to reduce pressures on the environment resulting from the policies and activities of other sectors and to meet environment and climate - related targets . ### environmental integration in all policy areas is essential to reduce pressures on the environment resulting from the policies and activities of other sectors and to meet environment and climate - related targets .


### all measures , actions and targets set out in the programme shall be implemented in accordance with the principles of smart regulation and subject to comprehensive impact assessment where appropriate . ### all measures , actions and targets set out in the programme shall be implemented in accordance with the principles of smart regulation , should be based on sound science and subject to comprehensive impact assessment where appropriate .


### however , many environmental trends in the eu remain worrying , not least due to insufficient implementation of existing eu environment legislation . only 17 % of species and habitats assessed under the habitats directive are in good status , and the degradation and loss of natural capital is jeopardising efforts to attain the eu’s biodiversity and climate change objectives . this has high associated costs which have not yet been properly valued in our economic or social system . thirty per cent of the eu’s territory is highly fragmented , affecting the connectivity and health of ecosystems and their ability to provide services as well as viable habitats for species . while progress has been made in the eu to decouple growth from ghg emissions , resource use and environmental impacts , resource use is still largely unsustainable and inefficient , and waste is not yet properly managed . as a result , eu businesses are foregoing the significant opportunities that resource efficiency offers in terms of competitiveness , cost reductions , improved productivity and security of supply . water quality and air pollution levels are still problematic in many parts of europe , and eu citizens continue to be exposed to hazardous substances , potentially compromising their health and wellbeing . unsustainable land use is consuming fertile soils , with impacts on food security and the achievement of biodiversity targets . soil degradation continues largely unchecked . ### however , many environmental and biodiversity trends in the eu remain worrying , not least due to insufficient implementation of existing eu environment legislation . only 17 % of species and habitats assessed under the habitats directive are in good status , and the degradation and loss of natural capital is jeopardising efforts to attain the eu’s biodiversity and climate change objectives . this has high associated costs which have not yet been properly valued in our economic or social system . thirty per cent of the eu’s territory is highly fragmented , affecting the connectivity and health of ecosystems and their ability to provide services as well as viable habitats for species . while progress has been made in the eu to decouple growth from ghg emissions , resource use and environmental impacts , resource use is still largely unsustainable and inefficient , and waste is not yet properly managed . as a result , eu businesses are foregoing the significant opportunities that resource efficiency offers in terms of competitiveness , cost reductions , improved productivity and security of supply . water quality and air pollution levels are still problematic in many parts of europe , and eu citizens continue to be exposed to hazardous substances , potentially compromising their health and wellbeing . unsustainable land use is consuming fertile soils , with impacts on food security and the achievement of biodiversity targets . soil degradation continues largely unchecked .


### in many cases , action to achieve these objectives will be required primarily at national , regional or local level , in line with the principle of subsidiarity . in others , additional measures at eu level will be needed . since environment policy is a sphere of shared competence in the eu , one of the purposes of this programme is to create common ownership of shared goals and objectives and ensure a level playing field for businesses and public authorities . clear goals and objectives also provide policy makers and other stakeholders , including regions and cities , businesses and social partners , and individual citizens , with a sense of direction and a predictable framework for action . ### in many cases , action to achieve these objectives will be required primarily at national , regional or local level , in line with the principle of subsidiarity . in others , additional measures at eu level will be needed . since environment policy is a sphere of shared competence in the eu , one of the purposes of this programme is to create common ownership of shared goals and objectives and ensure a level playing field for businesses and public authorities . clear goals and objectives and the exchange of best practice also provide policy makers and other stakeholders , including regions and cities , businesses and social partners , and individual citizens , with a sense of direction and a predictable framework for action .


### the impacts of pressures on fresh , transitional and coastal waters are significantly reduced to achieve , maintain or enhance good status as defined by the water framework directive . ### the impacts of pressures on fresh , transitional and coastal waters are significantly reduced to achieve , maintain and preferably enhance good status as defined by the water framework directive .


### the europe 2020 strategy ' s ‘ resource - efficient europe’ flagship initiative aims to support the shift towards an economy that is efficient in the way it uses all resources , decouples absolutely economic growth from resource and energy use and its environmental impacts , reduces ghg emissions , enhances competitiveness through efficiency and innovation and promotes greater energy security . the roadmap to resource efficient europe and the roadmap for moving to a competitive low - carbon economy are key building blocks of the initiative , setting out the framework for future actions to deliver on these objectives . ### the europe 2020 strategy ' s ‘ resource - efficient europe’ flagship initiative aims to support the shift towards an economy that is efficient in the way it uses all resources , decouples absolutely economic growth from resource and energy use and its environmental impacts , reduces ghg emissions , enhances competitiveness through efficiency and innovation and promotes greater energy security . the roadmap to resource efficient europe , the roadmap for moving to a competitive low - carbon economy and the exchange of best practice between member states are key building blocks of the initiative , setting out the framework for future actions to deliver on these objectives .


### in addition to mandatory green public procurement requirements for certain product categories , most member states have adopted voluntary action plans and many have set targets for specific product groups . there is , however , considerable scope for administrations at all levels to further reduce their environmental impact through their purchasing decisions . member states and regions should take further steps to reach the target of applying green procurement criteria to at least 50% of public tenders . the commission will assess the possibility of introducing further sector - specific legislation to set mandatory green public procurement rules for additional product categories . ### in addition to mandatory green public procurement requirements for certain product categories , most member states have adopted voluntary action plans and many have set targets for specific product groups . there is , however , considerable scope for administrations at all levels to further reduce their environmental impact through their purchasing decisions . member states and regions should take further steps to reach the target of applying european union green procurement criteria to at least 50% of public tenders . the commission will assess the possibility of introducing further sector - specific legislation to set mandatory green public procurement rules for additional product categories .


### further implementation of the shared environmental information system principle of ‘ produce once , use often’ and the common approaches and standards on acquisition and collation of spatial information under the inspire and gmes65 systems will help avoid duplication of effort and eliminate unnecessary administrative burdens on public authorities , as will efforts to streamline reporting obligations under different pieces of legislation . member states should make information gathered to assess environmental impacts of plans , programmes and projects more accessible to the public . ### further implementation of the shared environmental information system principle of ‘ produce once , use often’ and the common approaches and standards on acquisition and collation of spatial information under the inspire and copernicus systems , as well as other environmental information systems for europe , will help avoid duplication of effort and eliminate unnecessary administrative burdens on public authorities , as will efforts to streamline reporting obligations under different pieces of legislation . member states should make information gathered to assess environmental impacts of plans , programmes and projects more accessible to the public .


### – there are still uncertainties surrounding the human health and environmental implications of endocrine disruptors , mixtures , chemicals in products and nanomaterials . filling these gaps can accelerate decision - making and enable the further development of the chemicals acquis to better target areas of concern , while stimulating more sustainable use of chemicals . an improved understanding of the environmental factors affecting human health would allow preventive policy actions to be taken . ### – there are still uncertainties surrounding the human health and environmental implications of endocrine disruptors , mixtures , chemicals in products and nanomaterials . filling these gaps can accelerate decision - making and enable the further development of the chemicals acquis to better target areas of concern , while stimulating more sustainable use of chemicals . an improved understanding of the environmental factors affecting human health would allow preventive policy actions to be taken . this should be done as much as possible through the use of alternative methods of testing with the aim to reduce the number of animals used .


### policy - makers and businesses have a better basis for developing and implementing environment and climate policies , including measuring costs and benefits . ### policy - makers and businesses have a better basis for developing and implementing environment and climate policies , including measuring costs and benefits of action or inaction .


### adopting a systematic approach to risk management . ### adopting a systematic and integrated approach to risk management , based on the precautionary principle and preventive action , the polluter - pays principle , the principle of rectification of pollution at source as well as the principle of proportionality .


### the commission and the member states shall ensure the effectiveness of the csf funds , in particular through monitoring , reporting and evaluation . ### the commission and the member states shall ensure the effectiveness of the csf funds , in particular through planning , implementing , monitoring , evaluation and reporting .


### 5% of the resources allocated to each csf fund and member state , with the exception of resources allocated to the european territorial cooperation goal and to title v of the emff regulation , shall constitute a performance reserve to be allocated in accordance with article 20 . ### 1% of the resources allocated to each csf fund and member state , with the exception of resources allocated to the european territorial cooperation goal and to title v of the emff regulation , shall constitute a performance reserve to be allocated in accordance with article 20 .


### the commission shall make observations within three months of the date of submission of the programme . the member state shall provide to the commission all necessary additional information and , where appropriate , revise the proposed programme . ### the commission shall make duly justified observations within three months of the date of submission of the programme . the member state shall provide to the commission all necessary additional information and , where appropriate , revise the proposed programme accordingly .


### at the initiative of a member state , the csf funds may support actions for preparation , management , monitoring , evaluation , information and communication , networking , complaint resolution , and control and audit . the csf funds may be used by the member state to support actions for the reduction of administrative burden for beneficiaries , including electronic data exchange systems , and actions to reinforce the capacity of member state authorities and beneficiaries to administer and use the csf funds . these actions may concern preceding and subsequent programming periods . ### at the initiative of a member state , the csf funds may support actions for preparation , management , monitoring , evaluation , information and communication , networking , complaint resolution , and control and audit . the csf funds may be used by the member state to support actions for the reduction of administrative burden for beneficiaries , including electronic data exchange systems , and actions to reinforce the capacity of member state authorities and beneficiaries to administer and use the csf funds . these actions may concern preceding and subsequent programming periods , and shall be geared towards implementing long - lasting institutional capability .


### health , demographic change and well - being ; ### health , demographic change and well - being , including through the participation in sporting activities ;


### key activities shall be to encourage experienced researchers to broaden or deepen their skills by means of mobility by opening attractive career opportunities in universities , research institutions , businesses , smes and other socio - economic groups all over europe and beyond . opportunities to restart a research career after a break shall also be supported . ### key activities shall be to encourage experienced researchers to broaden or deepen their skills by means of mobility by opening attractive career opportunities in universities , research institutions , businesses , smes and other socio - economic groups all over europe and beyond . key regard should be taken of the role of women in science , and potential barriers to their entry into the field . opportunities to restart a research career after a break and flexible working arrangements shall also be supported .


### research infrastructures are key determinants of europe ' s competitiveness across the full breadth of scientific domains and essential to science - based innovation . in many fields research is impossible without access to supercomputers , radiation sources for new materials , clean rooms for nanotechnologies , databases for genomics and social sciences , observatories for earth sciences , broadband networks for transferring data , etc . research infrastructures are necessary to carry out the research needed to address grand societal challenges – energy , climate change , bio - economy and lifelong health and wellbeing for all . they propel collaboration across borders and disciplines and create a seamless and open european space for online research . they promote mobility of people and ideas , bring together the best scientists from across europe and the world and enhance scientific education . they drive excellence within the european research and innovation communities and can be outstanding showcases of science for society at large . ### research infrastructures are key determinants of europe ' s competitiveness across the full breadth of scientific domains and essential to science - based innovation . in many fields research is impossible without access to supercomputers , radiation sources for new materials , clean rooms for nanotechnologies , databases for genomics and social sciences , observatories for earth sciences , broadband networks for transferring data , etc . research infrastructures are necessary to carry out the research needed to address grand societal challenges – energy , climate change , bio - economy and lifelong health and wellbeing for all . they propel collaboration across borders and disciplines and create a seamless and open european space for online research . they promote mobility of people and ideas , bring together the best scientists from across europe and the world and enhance scientific education . they drive excellence within the european research and innovation communities and can be outstanding showcases of science for society at large . they can also drive innovation in the private sector and be a source of dynamic innovation for sme ' s .


### the proposed actions aim to complement national and regional business innovation policies and programmes , to foster cooperation between smes and other innovation - relevant actors , to bridge the gap between research / development and successful market uptake , to provide a more business innovation friendly environment , including demand - side measures , and support taking into account the changing nature of innovation processes , new technologies , markets and business models . ### the proposed actions aim to complement national and regional business innovation policies and programmes , to foster cooperation between smes , academic institutions , including those in the creative industries , which are well placed to take advantage of the internationalised business environment and other innovation - relevant actors , to bridge the gap between research / development and successful market uptake , to provide a more business innovation friendly environment , including demand - side measures , and support taking into account the changing nature of innovation processes , new technologies , markets and business models .


### cross - border collaborations are an important element in the innovation strategy of smes to overcome some of their size - related problems , such as access to technological and scientific competences and new markets . they contribute to turn ideas into profit and company growth and in return to increase private investment in research and innovation . ### cross - border collaborations are an important element in the innovation strategy of smes to overcome some of their size - related problems , such as access to technological and scientific competences and new markets . they contribute to turn ideas into profit and company growth and in return to increase private investment in research and innovation . increased educational focus on innovation and research and development in business can also play a role in providing innovative and dynamic staff for europe ' s smes .


### effective health promotion , supported by a robust evidence base , prevents disease , improves wellbeing and is cost effective . health promotion and disease prevention also depend on an understanding of the determinants of health , on effective preventive tools , such as vaccines , on effective health and disease surveillance and preparedness , and on effective screening programmes . ### effective health promotion , supported by a robust evidence base , prevents disease , improves wellbeing and is cost effective . health promotion and disease prevention also depend on an understanding of the determinants of health , such as physical exercise , on effective preventive tools , such as vaccines , on effective health and disease surveillance and preparedness , and on effective screening programmes .


### an increasing disease and disability burden in the context of an aging population places further demands on health and care sectors . if effective health and care is to be maintained for all ages , efforts are required to improve decision making in prevention and treatment provision , to identify and support the dissemination of best practice in the health and care sectors , and to support integrated care and the wide uptake of technological , organisational and social innovations empowering in particular older persons as well as disabled persons to remain active and independent . doing so will contribute to increasing , and lengthening the duration of their physical , social , and mental well - being . ### an increasing disease and disability burden in the context of an aging population places further demands on health and care sectors . if effective health and care is to be maintained for all ages , efforts are required to improve decision making in prevention and treatment provision , including through an increased understanding of the role of physical exercise in disease prevention and to identify and support the dissemination of best practice in the health and care sectors , and to support integrated care and the wide uptake of technological , organisational and social innovations empowering in particular older persons as well as disabled persons to remain active and independent . doing so will contribute to increasing , and lengthening the duration of their physical , social , and mental well - being .


### the aim is to enhance solidarity as well as social , economic and political inclusion and positive inter - cultural dynamics in europe and with international partners , through cutting - edge science and interdisciplinarity , technological advances and organisational innovations . humanities research can play an important role here . research shall support policymakers in designing policies that combat poverty and prevent the development of various forms of divisions , discriminations and inequalities in european societies , such as gender inequalities or digital or innovation divides , and with other world regions . it shall in particular feed into the implementation and the adaptation of the europe 2020 strategy and the broad external action of the union . specific measures shall be taken to unlock excellence in less developed regions , thereby widening participation in horizon 2020 . ### the aim is to enhance solidarity as well as social , economic and political inclusion and positive inter - cultural dynamics in europe and with international partners , through cutting - edge science and interdisciplinarity , technological advances and organisational innovations . humanities research can play an important role here . research shall support policymakers in designing policies and identifying activities that combat poverty and prevent the development of various forms of divisions , discriminations and inequalities in european societies , such as gender inequalities or digital or innovation divides , and with other world regions . it shall in particular feed into the implementation and the adaptation of the europe 2020 strategy and the broad external action of the union . specific measures shall be taken to unlock excellence in less developed regions , thereby widening participation in horizon 2020 .


### in order to achieve the objectives of this directive , maritime spatial plans and integrated coastal management strategies should cover the full cycle of problem identification , information collection , planning , decision - making , implementation and monitoring of implementation and be based on best available scientific knowledge . best use should be made of mechanisms set out in existing or future legislation , including decision 2010 / 477 / eu on criteria and methodological standards for good environmental status of marine waters or the commission ' s marine knowledge 2020 initiative . ### in order to achieve the objectives of this directive , maritime spatial plans and integrated coastal management strategies should be based on best available scientific knowledge . best use should be made of mechanisms set out in existing or future legislation , including decision 2010 / 477 / eu on criteria and methodological standards for good environmental status of marine waters or the commission ' s marine knowledge 2020 initiative .


### the provisions of this directive shall apply to marine waters and coastal zones . ### the provisions of this directive shall apply to marine waters and , for any integrated coastal management processes developed to comply with this directive , coastal zones .


### the provisions of this directive shall be without prejudice to member states ' competences for town and country planning . ### the provisions of this directive shall be without prejudice to member states ' competences both for town and country planning and for addressing the relationship between terrestrial and marine matters .


### when establishing maritime spatial plans and integrated coastal management strategies , member states shall give due regard to the particularities of the regions and the sub - regions , the respective sector activities , the marine waters and coastal zones concerned and potential climate change impacts . ### when establishing maritime spatial planning and any integrated coastal management processes applied or developed in accordance with article 2 . 1 , member states shall give due regard to the particularities of the regions and the sub - regions , the respective sector activities , and their impacts on the environment such as protecting , maintaining and enhancing invaluable coastal and shallow water natural resources such as seagrass meadows , kelp forests , maerl beds and salt marshes . these are major carbon capture and storage ecosystems and should avoid conflicting with offshore renewable energy installations .


### maritime spatial plans and integrated coastal management strategies shall apply an ecosystem - based approach to facilitate the co - existence and prevent conflicts between competing sector activities in marine waters and coastal zones , and shall aim to contribute to : ### when establishing and implementing maritime spatial planning , and where applying any integrated coastal management processes through maritime spatial planning , member states shall take into account the ecosystem - based approach to facilitate sustainable development and , wherever possible , the co - existence , in a compatible manner , of sector activities in marine waters and in the case of any integrated coastal management processes , coastal zones . member states shall aim to contribute to , inter alia , the following areas :


### when establishing maritime spatial plans member states shall take into consideration , at least , the following activities : ### when establishing maritime spatial planning , member states shall take into consideration uses or activities it considers relevant which may include but not be limited to :


### when establishing maritime spatial plans member states shall take into consideration , at least , the following activities : ### when establishing maritime spatial plans member states may , for example , take into consideration the following activities :


### it should also be noted that the budgetary resources planned under this regulation do not cover work financed by funds allocated to the horizon 2020 programme , a framework programme for research and innovation , such as that associated with the development of applications derived from the systems . this work will help to optimise the use of the services provided in the context of the programmes , to ensure a good social and economic return on the investments made by the union and to increase the know - how of businesses in the union with regard to satellite navigation technology . ### it should also be noted that the budgetary resources planned under this regulation do not cover work financed by funds allocated to the horizon 2020 programme , a framework programme for research and innovation , such as that associated with the development of applications derived from the systems . this work will help to optimise the use of the services provided in the context of the programmes , to ensure a good social and economic return on the investments made by the union and to increase the know - how of european businesses , in particular small and medium - sized enterprises , with regard to satellite navigation technology . it is therefore essential to allocate sufficient resources , under the horizon 2020 programme , to the development of market - driven applications enabled by the galileo and egnos systems , for both european and international use .


### given that it represents the union , which , in principle , provides financing for the programmes alone and owns the systems , the commission must be responsible for the progress of the programmes and their political supervision . it must manage the funds allocated to the programmes under the current regulation , supervise the implementation of all activities of the programmes and a clear division of tasks , in particular between the european gnss agency and the european space agency . accordingly , in addition to the tasks associated with these general responsibilities and the other tasks incumbent upon it under this regulation , it should be assigned a non - exhaustive set of specific tasks . in order to optimise the resources and competences of the various stakeholders , it should be able to delegate certain tasks by means of delegation agreements , in accordance with regulation no 1605 / 2002 and , in particular , article 54 thereof . ### given that it represents the union , which , in principle , provides financing for the programmes alone and owns the systems , the commission must be responsible for the progress of the programmes and their overall supervision . it must manage the funds allocated to the programmes under the current regulation , supervise the implementation of all activities of the programmes and a clear division of tasks , in particular between the european gnss agency and the european space agency , with a view to avoiding overlapping of responsibilities . accordingly , in addition to the tasks associated with these general responsibilities and the other tasks incumbent upon it under this regulation , it should be assigned a non - exhaustive set of specific tasks . in order to optimise the resources and competences of the various stakeholders , it should be able to delegate certain tasks by means of delegation agreements , in accordance with regulation no 1605 / 2002 and , in particular , article 54 thereof .


### the european gnss agency was established by regulation no 912 / 2010 of the european parliament and of the council of 22 september 2010 setting up the european gnss agency , repealing council regulation no 1321 / 2004 on the establishment of structures for the management of the european satellite radio navigation programmes and amending regulation no 683 / 2008 of the european parliament and of the council14 in order to achieve the objectives of the galileo and egnos programmes and implement certain tasks associated with the progress of the programmes . it is an agency of the union which , as a body within the meaning of article 185 of regulation no 165 / 2002 , is subject to the obligations applicable to union agencies . it should be assigned certain tasks associated with programme security , its potential designation as a competent prs authority and its contribution to the marketing of the systems . it should also perform tasks which the commission may confer on it by means of one or more delegation agreements covering other various specific tasks associated with the programmes , including tasks associated with the exploitation phases of the systems and promotion of the applications and services on the satellite navigation market . in order for the commission , representing of the union , to exercise its power of control fully , these delegation agreements should include the general conditions governing the management of funds entrusted to the european gnss agency . ### the european gnss agency was established by regulation no 912 / 2010 of the european parliament and of the council of 22 september 2010 setting up the european gnss agency , repealing council regulation no 1321 / 2004 on the establishment of structures for the management of the european satellite radio navigation programmes and amending regulation no 683 / 2008 of the european parliament and of the council14in order to achieve the objectives of the galileo and egnos programmes and implement certain tasks associated with the progress of the programmes . it is an agency of the union which , as a body within the meaning of article 185 of regulation no 165 / 2002 , is subject to the obligations applicable to union agencies . it should be assigned certain tasks associated with programme security , its potential designation as a competent prs authority and its contribution to the marketing of the systems . it should also perform tasks which the commission may confer on it by means of one or more delegation agreements covering other various specific tasks associated with the programmes , including tasks associated with the exploitation phases of the systems and the development and promotion of applications and services on the satellite navigation market . it is therefore necessary to ensure that the agency has the necessary human resources with the required expertise to carry out its increased competencies under this regulation . in order for the commission , representing the union , to exercise its power of control fully , these delegation agreements should include the general conditions governing the management of funds entrusted to the european gnss agency .


### it is necessary to ensure that the european parliament and the council are kept regularly informed about the implementation of the programmes . in addition , the european parliament , the council and the commission will meet in the galileo interinstitutional panel in accordance with the joint declaration on the galileo interinstitutional panel of 9 july 2008 . ### it is necessary to ensure that the european parliament and the council are kept regularly informed about the implementation of the programmes , including their costs and risks , the conclusion of international agreements with third countries , the preparation of satellite navigation markets and the effectiveness of governance arrangements . in addition , the european parliament , the council and the commission will meet in the galileo interinstitutional panel in accordance with the joint declaration on the galileo interinstitutional panel of 9 july 2008 . the panel should continue to facilitate a close cooperation between the three institutions with a view to monitoring the implementation of the programmes . the commission should continue to contribute to the preparation of the meetings of the panel and , as appropriate , to provide detailed information at the request of the institutions .


### to participate in the search and rescue support service of the cospas - sarsat system by detecting emergency signals given off by beacons and relaying messages to them . ### to participate in the search and rescue support service of the cospas - sarsat system by detecting and locating emergency signals emitted by beacons and relaying messages to them .


### an exploitation phase comprising infrastructure management , maintenance , ongoing improvement , renewal and protection of the system , certification and standardisation operations associated with the programme , the supply and marketing of services and all other activities needed to develop the system and ensure that the programme runs smoothly ; the aim is for this phase to begin progressively between 2014 and 2015 with provision of the initial services . ### an exploitation phase comprising infrastructure management , maintenance , ongoing improvement , renewal and protection of the system , certification and standardisation operations associated with the programme , the development , supply and marketing of services and all other activities needed to develop the system and ensure that the programme runs smoothly ; the aim is for this phase to begin progressively between 2014 and 2015 with provision of the initial services , and to make all services available by 2020 .


### in addition to the general tasks referred to in paragraph 1 and those referred to in the other provisions of this regulation , the commission ' s tasks under this regulation include the following specific tasks : ### in addition to the overall responsibility referred to in article 12a and the tasks referred to in other provisions of this regulation , the commission shall carry out the following specific tasks :


### determine the location and ensure the operation of the ground - based infrastructure of the systems ; ### determine through an open and transparent process the location of the ground - based infrastructure of the systems and ensure their operation ;


### in the context of the operation of the systems , it shall contribute to the marketing of services , including the necessary market analysis ; ### in the context of the operation of the systems , it shall contribute to the development and marketing of services , including the necessary market analysis ;


### promotion of applications and services in the satellite navigation market ; ### promote and monitor the development , and raise awareness of , applications and services in the satellite navigation market ;


### the commission shall ensure the implementation of this regulation . each year , when it presents the preliminary draft budget , it shall present a report to the european parliament and to the council on the implementation of the programmes . ### the commission shall ensure the implementation of this regulation . when it presents the annual preliminary draft budget , it shall , at the same time , present a report to the european parliament and to the council on the implementation of the programmes , including information on their costs and risks , the conclusion of international agreements with third countries , the preparation of satellite navigation markets and the effectiveness of governance arrangements .


### the power to adopt delegated acts referred to in articles 5 and 14 shall be conferred on the commission for an indeterminate period from 1 january 2014 . ### the power to adopt delegated acts referred to in articles 5 and 14 shall be conferred on the commission for a period of five years from 1 january 2014 . the commission shall draw up a report in respect of the delegation of power not later than nine months before the end of the five - year period . the delegation of power shall be tacitly extended for periods of an identical duration , unless the european parliament or the council opposes such extension not later than three months before the end of each period .


### the saa and the interim agreement stipulate that certain agricultural and fishery products originating in serbia may be imported into the union at a reduced customs duty , within the limits of tariff quotas . it is therefore necessary to lay down provisions regulating the management of these tariff quotas . ### the saa and the interim agreement stipulate that certain agricultural and fishery products originating in serbia may be imported into the union at a reduced customs duty , within the limits of tariff quotas . it is therefore necessary to lay down provisions regulating the management and review of these tariff quotas in order to allow for their thorough assessment .


### in order to attain its objectives , the copernicus programme should rely on an autonomous union’s capacity for space - borne observations and provide operational services in the field of environment , civil protection and security . it should also make use of the available in - situ data provided , namely , by the member states . the provision of operational services depends on the well - functioning and safety of the copernicus space component . the increasing risk of collision with other satellites and space debris is the most serious threat to the copernicus space component . therefore , the copernicus programme should support actions aimed at reducing such risks , in particular by contributing to the programme established by decision [ xxx ] of the european parliament and the council establishing a space surveillance and tracking support programme11 . __________________ 11 oj l , , p . . ### in order to attain its objectives , the copernicus programme should rely on an autonomous union’s capacity for space borne observations and provide operational services in the field of environment , civil protection and security . it should also make use of the available in situ data provided , namely , by the member states . in addition , the availability of the european data relay satellite system for copernicus sentinels will accelerate the transmission of data and therefore further enhance capabilities in response to the growing user demand for near real - time data . the provision of operational services depends on the well - functioning and safety of the copernicus space component . the increasing risk of collision with other satellites and space debris is the most serious threat to the copernicus space component . therefore , the copernicus programme should support actions aimed at reducing such risks , in particular by contributing to the programme established by decision [ xxx ] of the european parliament and the council establishing a space surveillance and tracking support programme11 . __________________ 11 oj l , , p . .


### copernicus data and information shall be made available on a full , open and free - of - charge basis , subject to the following limitations : ### dedicated mission data and copernicus information shall be made available on a full , open and free - of - charge basis , subject to the following limitations :


### by 30 june 2018 at the latest , an evaluation report shall be established by the commission on the achievement of the objectives of all the tasks financed by the copernicus programme at the level of their results and impacts , their european added value and on the efficiency of the use of resources . in particular , the evaluation shall address the continued relevance of all objectives , as well as the contribution of the measures to the objectives described in articles 2 and 3 . ### by 1st january 2017 at the latest , an evaluation report shall be established by the commission on the achievement of the objectives of all the tasks financed by the copernicus programme at the level of their results and impacts , their european added value and on the efficiency of the use of resources . in particular , the evaluation shall address the continued relevance of all objectives , as well as the contribution of the measures to the objectives described in articles 2 and 3 . the evaluation shall include an analysis of the impact of article 14 on the european data and services market , and if appropriate be accompanied by proposals to amend this regulation .


### recent events highlighted the risks of offshore oil and gas exploration and production activities to maritime transport and the marine environment . the use of the agency ' s response capabilities should be explicitly extended to cover response to pollution originating from such activities . in addition , the agency should assist the commission in analysing the safety of mobile offshore gas and oil installations , in order to identify possible weaknesses , basing its contribution on the expertise it has developed with regard to maritime safety , maritime security , the prevention of pollution caused by ships and response to marine pollution . ### recent events highlighted the risks of offshore oil and gas exploration and production activities to maritime transport and the marine environment . the agency should work alongside the national enforcement authorities of the member states to cover responses to pollution originating from such activities . in addition , the agency can assist member states in analysing the safety of mobile offshore gas and oil installations , in order to identify possible weaknesses , basing its contribution on the expertise it has developed with regard to maritime safety , maritime security , the prevention of pollution caused by ships and response to marine pollution .


### the agency has established itself as the authoritative provider of maritime traffic data at eu level which are of interest and relevance in other eu activities . through its activities , in particular regarding port state control , the monitoring of maritime traffic and shipping routes as well as assistance for tracking possible polluters , the agency should contribute to reinforce synergies at eu level regarding certain coastguard operations . in addition , the agency ' s data monitoring and collection should also gather basic information on potential threats to maritime transport and the marine environment from offshore oil and gas exploration and production . ### the agency has established itself as the authoritative provider of maritime traffic data at eu level which are of interest and relevance in other eu activities . through its activities , in particular regarding the monitoring of maritime traffic and shipping routes as well as assistance for tracking possible polluters , the agency should contribute to reinforcing synergies at eu level regarding certain coastguard operations . in addition , the agency ' s data monitoring and collection should also gather basic information on potential threats to maritime transport and the marine environment from offshore oil and gas exploration and production .


### directive 2005 / 36 / ec already provides for clear obligations for professionals to have the necessary language skills . the review of that obligation has shown a need to clarify the role of competent authorities and employers notably in the interest of patients ' safety . language controls should however be reasonable and necessary for the jobs in question and should not constitute grounds for excluding professionals from the labour market in the host member state . ### directive 2005 / 36 / ec already provides for clear obligations for professionals to have the necessary language skills . the review of that obligation has shown a need to introduce more flexibility and to clarify the role of competent authorities and employers notably in the interest of patients ' safety . language controls should however be reasonable and necessary for the jobs in question and should not constitute grounds for excluding professionals from the labour market in the host member state .


### other categories of services continue by their very nature to have a limited cross - border dimension , namely what are known as services to the person , such as certain social , health and educational services . these services are provided within a particular context that varies widely amongst member states , due to different cultural traditions . a specific regime should therefore be established for public contracts for these services , with a higher threshold of eur 500 000 . services to the person with values below this threshold will typically not be of interest to providers from other member states , unless there are concrete indications to the contrary , such as union financing for transborder projects . contracts for services to the person above this threshold should be subject to union - wide transparency . given the importance of the cultural context and the sensitivity of these services , member states should be given wide discretion to organise the choice of the service providers in the way they consider most appropriate . the rules of this directive take account of that imperative , imposing only observance of basic principles of transparency and equal treatment and making sure that contracting authorities are able to apply specific quality criteria for the choice of service providers , such as the criteria set out in the voluntary european quality framework for social services of the european union ' s social protection committee . member states and / or public authorities remain free to provide these services themselves or to organise social services in a way that does not entail the conclusion of public contracts , for example through the mere financing of such services or by granting licences or authorisations to all economic operators meeting the conditions established beforehand by the contracting authority , without any limits or quotas , provided such a system ensures sufficient advertising and complies with the principles of transparency and non - discrimination . ### certain categories of services continue by their very nature to have a limited cross - border dimension , for example what are known as services to the person , such as certain social , health and educational services . these services are provided within a particular context that varies widely amongst member states , due to different cultural traditions . a specific regime should therefore be established for public contracts for these services , with a higher threshold of eur 1 000 000 . services to the person with values below this threshold will typically not be of interest to providers from other member states , unless there are concrete indications to the contrary , such as union financing for transborder projects . contracts for services to the person above this threshold should be subject to union - wide transparency . given the importance of the cultural context and the sensitivity of these services , member states should be given wide discretion to organise the choice of the service providers in the way they consider most appropriate . the rules of this directive take account of that imperative , imposing only observance of basic principles of transparency and equal treatment and making sure that contracting authorities are able to apply specific quality criteria for the choice of service providers , such as the criteria set out in the voluntary european quality framework for social services of the european union ' s social protection committee . member states and / or public authorities remain free to provide these services themselves or to organise social services in a way that does not entail the conclusion of public contracts , for example through the mere financing of such services or by granting licences or authorisations to all economic operators meeting the conditions established beforehand by the contracting authority , without any limits or quotas , provided such a system ensures sufficient advertising and complies with the principles of transparency and non - discrimination .


### being addressed to member states , this directive does not apply to procurement carried out by international organisations on their own behalf and for their own account . there is , however , a need to clarify to what extent this directive should be applied to procurement governed by specific international rules . ### being addressed to member states , this directive does not apply to procurement carried out by international organisations on their own behalf and for their own account . there is , however , a need to clarify to what extent this directive should be applied to procurement governed by specific international rules . the european institutions should , in particular , take into account the changes effected by this directive and adjust their own procurement rules accordingly to reflect these changes .


### furthermore , in technical specifications and in award criteria , contracting authorities should be allowed to refer to a specific production process , a specific mode of provision of services , or a specific process for any other stage of the life cycle of a product or service , provided that they are linked to the subject - matter of the public contract . in order to better integrate social considerations in public procurement , procurers may also be allowed to include , in the award criterion of the most economically advantageous tender , characteristics related to the working conditions of the persons directly participating in the process of production or provision in question . those characteristics may only concern the protection of health of the staff involved in the production process or the favouring of social integration of disadvantaged persons or members of vulnerable groups amongst the persons assigned to performing the contract , including accessibility for persons with disabilities . any award criteria which include those characteristics should in any event remain limited to characteristics that have immediate consequences on staff members in their working environment . they should be applied in accordance with directive 96 / 71 / ec of the european parliament and of the council of 16 december 1996 concerning the posting of workers in the framework of the provision of services and in a way that does not discriminate directly or indirectly against economic operators from other member states or from third countries parties to the agreement or to free trade agreements to which the union is party . for service contracts and for contracts involving the design of works , contracting authorities should also be allowed to use as an award criterion the organisation , qualification and experience of the staff assigned to performing the contract in question , as this may affect the quality of contract performance and , as a result , the economic value of the tender . ### furthermore , in technical specifications and in award criteria , contracting authorities should be allowed to refer to the monetisation of the life cycle of the works , service or supply and accordingly to social and environmental sustainability , provided that these characteristics are linked to the subject - matter of the contract . the technical specifications and award criteria should be interpreted broadly . contracting authorities may also use the technical specifications and award criteria to minimise damaging social or environmental effects or maximise positive social or environmental effects . as part of the award criteria , contracting authorities should be able to consider the existence of an embedded life - cycle approach aiming at minimising cost and maximising resource efficiency and which should be applied in the framework of the provision of works , services or supplies in a way that does not discriminate directly or indirectly against economic operators from other member states or from third countries which are parties to the wto ' s government procurement agreement , or operators from other third countries with whom the union is party to a free trade agreement . contracting authorities should also be allowed to use as technical specifications and award criteria the organisation , qualification and experience of the staff assigned to performing the contract in question , as this may affect the quality and social sustainability of contract performance and , as a result , the identification of the tender which offers the best value for money . contracting authorities should include these considerations in the award criterion of the most economically advantageous tender .


### eur 500 000 for public contracts for social and other specific services listed in annex xvi . ### eur 1 000 000 for public contracts for social and other specific services listed in annex xvi .


### flows of dirty money through transfers of funds can damage the stability and reputation of the financial sector and threaten the internal market . terrorism shakes the very foundations of our society . the soundness , integrity and stability of the system of transfers of funds and confidence in the financial system as a whole could be seriously jeopardised by the efforts of criminals and their associates either to disguise the origin of criminal proceeds or to transfer funds for terrorist purposes . ### massive flows of illicit money damage the stability and reputation of the financial sector and threaten the single market as well as international development , and terrorism shakes the very foundations of our society . crucial facilitators of illicit money flows are secretive corporate structures operating in and through secrecy jurisdictions , often also referred to as tax havens . the soundness , integrity and stability of the system of transfers of funds and confidence in the financial system as a whole is being seriously jeopardised by the efforts of criminals and their associates either to disguise the origin of criminal proceeds or to transfer funds for terrorist purposes .