### for the eu compartment , the eligible counterparts shall have expressed their interest and shall be able to cover financing and investment operations in at least three member states . the implementing partners may also cover together financing and investment operations in at least three member states by forming a group . ### for the eu compartment , the eligible counterparts shall have expressed their interest and shall be able to cover financing and investment operations in at least two member states . the implementing partners may also cover together financing and investment operations in at least two member states by forming a group . this condition can be fulfilled by covering financing and investment operations in one region of a member state .


### amounts allocated by a member state under article [ 10 ] of regulation [ [ cpr ] number ] or article [ 75 ] of regulation [ [ cap plan ] number ] shall be used for the provisioning of the part of the eu guarantee under the member state compartment covering financing and investment operations in the member state concerned . ### member states or regions of member states may request to allocate a share of their resources of funds under shared management to the provisioning of the eu guarantee under the member state compartment covering financing and investment operations for the benefit of the region concerned of the member state . the resources reallocated shall be used to address market failures or sub - optimal investment situations in the territory or region concerned and deliver the same objectives of the programme from which the resources are to be transferred .


### as set out in the reflection paper on the social dimension of europe16 and the european pillar of social rights17 , building a more inclusive and fairer union is a key priority for the union to tackle inequality and foster social inclusion policies in europe . inequality of opportunities affects in particular access to education , training and health . investment in the social , skills and human capital - related economy , as well as in the integration of vulnerable populations in the society , can enhance economic opportunities , especially if coordinated at union level . the investeu fund should be used to support investment in education and training , help increase employment , in particular among the unskilled and long - term unemployed , and improve the situation with regard to intergenerational solidarity , the health sector , homelessness , digital inclusiveness , community development , the role and place of young people in society as well as vulnerable people , including third country nationals . the investeu programme should also contribute to the support of european culture and creativity . to counter the profound transformations of societies in the union and of the labour market in the coming decade , it is necessary to invest in human capital , microfinance , social enterprise finance and new social economy business models , including social impact investment and social outcomes contracting . the investeu programme should strengthen nascent social market eco - system , increasing the supply of and access to finance to micro - and social enterprises , to meet the demand of those who need it the most . the report of the high - level task - force on investing in social infrastructure in europe18 has identified investment gaps in social infrastructure and services , including for education , training , health and housing , which call for support , including at the union level . therefore , the collective power of public , commercial and philanthropic capital , as well as support from foundations , should be harnessed to support the social market value chain development and a more resilient union . __________________ 16 com 206 . 17 com 250 . 18 published as european economy discussion paper 074 in january 2018 . ### as set out in the reflection paper on the social dimension of europe16 , the european pillar of social rights17 and the eu framework on the eu convention on the rights of persons with disabilities , building a more inclusive and fairer union is a key priority for the union to tackle inequality and foster social inclusion policies in europe . inequality of opportunities affects in particular access to education , training and health . investment in the social , skills and human capital - related economy , as well as in the integration of vulnerable populations in the society , can enhance economic opportunities , especially if coordinated at union level . given the significant need for investment into social infrastructure , the investeu fund should be used to support investment in education and training , help increase employment , in particular among the unskilled and long - term unemployed , and improve the situation with regard to gender equality , equal opportunities , intergenerational solidarity , the health sector , homelessness , digital inclusiveness , community development , the role and place of young people in society as well as vulnerable people , including third country nationals . the investeu programme should also contribute to the support of european culture and creativity . to counter the profound transformations of societies in the union and of the labour market in the coming decade , it is necessary to invest in human capital , microfinance , social enterprise finance and new social economy business models , including social impact investment and social outcomes contracting . the investeu programme should strengthen nascent social market eco - system , increasing the supply of and access to finance to micro - and social enterprises , to meet the demand of those who need it the most . the report of the high - level task - force on investing in social infrastructure in europe18 has identified investment gaps in social infrastructure and services , including for education , training , health and housing , which call for support , including at the union level . therefore , the collective power of public , commercial and philanthropic capital , as well as support from foundations , should be harnessed to support the social market value chain development and a more resilient union . __________________ 16 com 206 . 17 com 250 . 18 published as european economy discussion paper 074 in january 2018 .


### this regulation establishes the investeu fund providing for an eu guarantee for financing and investment operations carried out by the implementing partners in support of the union’s internal policies . ### this regulation establishes the investeu fund providing for an eu guarantee for financing and investment operations carried out by the implementing partners in support of the union’s internal policies , and in particular of the climate change and sdgs goals , in line with the target of a transition to a net - zero ghg emission economy at the latest by 2050 .


### as set out in the reflection paper on the social dimension of europe16 and the european pillar of social rights17 , building a more inclusive and fairer union is a key priority for the union to tackle inequality and foster social inclusion policies in europe . inequality of opportunities affects in particular access to education , training and health . investment in the social , skills and human capital - related economy , as well as in the integration of vulnerable populations in the society , can enhance economic opportunities , especially if coordinated at union level . the investeu fund should be used to support investment in education and training , help increase employment , in particular among the unskilled and long - term unemployed , and improve the situation with regard to intergenerational solidarity , the health sector , homelessness , digital inclusiveness , community development , the role and place of young people in society as well as vulnerable people , including third country nationals . the investeu programme should also contribute to the support of european culture and creativity . to counter the profound transformations of societies in the union and of the labour market in the coming decade , it is necessary to invest in human capital , microfinance , social enterprise finance and new social economy business models , including social impact investment and social outcomes contracting . the investeu programme should strengthen nascent social market eco - system , increasing the supply of and access to finance to micro - and social enterprises , to meet the demand of those who need it the most . the report of the high - level task - force on investing in social infrastructure in europe18 has identified investment gaps in social infrastructure and services , including for education , training , health and housing , which call for support , including at the union level . therefore , the collective power of public , commercial and philanthropic capital , as well as support from foundations , should be harnessed to support the social market value chain development and a more resilient union . _________________ 16 com 206 . 17 com 250 . 18 published as european economy discussion paper 074 in january 2018 . ### as set out in the reflection paper on the social dimension of europe16 and the european pillar of social rights17and the eu framework on the un convention on the rights of persons with disabilities , building a more inclusive and fairer union is a key priority for the union to tackle inequality and foster social inclusion policies in europe . inequality of opportunities affects in particular access to employment , education , training and health . investment in the social , skills and human capital - related economy , as well as in the integration of vulnerable populations in the society , can enhance economic opportunities , especially if coordinated at union level . the investeu fund should be used to support investment in education and training , help increase employment , in particular among the unskilled and long - term unemployed , and improve the situation with regard to intergenerational solidarity , health , social services , homelessness , digital inclusiveness , community development , the role and place of young people in society as well as vulnerable people , including third country nationals . the investeu programme should also contribute to the support of european culture and creativity . to counter the profound transformations of societies in the union and of the labour market in the coming decade , it is necessary to invest in human capital , microfinance , ethical finance and the social economy . the investeu programme should strengthen nascent social market eco - system , increasing the supply of and access to finance to micro - and social enterprises , to meet the demand of those who need it the most . the report of the high - level task - force on investing in social infrastructure in europe18 has identified an investment gap of at least 100 - 150 billion per year and a total gap of over eur 1 . 5 trillion in the period between 2018 and 2030 in social infrastructure and services , both public and private , including for education , training , health and housing , which call for support , including at the union level . therefore , the collective power of public , commercial and social capital , as well as support from ethical and social financial institutions , should be harnessed to support the social market value chain development and a more resilient union . _________________ 16 com 206 . 17 com 250 . 18 published as european economy discussion paper 074 in january 2018 .


### the investeu fund should support investments in tangible and intangible assets to foster growth , investment and employment , and thereby contributing to improved well - being and fairer income distribution in the union . intervention through the investeu fund should complement union support delivered through grants . ### the investeu fund should support investments in tangible and intangible assets to foster sustainable and inclusive growth , long - term sustainable investment and quality employment , with the aim to contributing to improved well - being , fairer income distribution and strengthened economic , social and territorial cohesion in the union . intervention through the investeu fund should complement union support delivered through grants .


### the implementing partner or partners which have expressed their interest and the obligation of the commission to inform the member state about the implementing partner or partners selected ; ### the implementing partner or partners which have expressed their interest and the obligation of the commission to inform the member state and , if applicable , the regional authority , about the implementing partner or partners selected ;


### in the last years , the union has adopted ambitious strategies to complete the single market and to stimulate sustainable growth and jobs , such as the capital markets union , the digital single market strategy , the clean energy for all europeans package , the union action plan for the circular economy , the low - emission mobility strategy , the defence and the space strategy for europe . the investeu fund should exploit and reinforce synergies between those mutually reinforcing strategies through providing support to investment and access to financing . ### in the last years , the union has adopted ambitious strategies to complete the single market and to stimulate sustainable and inclusive growth and jobs , such as the europe 2020 strategy , the capital markets union , the digital single market strategy , the european agenda for culture , the clean energy for all europeans package , the union action plan for the circular economy , the low - emission mobility strategy , the defence and the space strategy for europe and the european pillar of social rights . the investeu fund should exploit and reinforce synergies between those mutually reinforcing strategies through providing support to investment and access to financing .


### provide advice to the commission about market failures and sub - optimal investment situations and market conditions ; ### provide advice to the steering committee about market failures and sub - optimal investment situations and market conditions ;


### in addition , each implementing partner shall submit every six months a report to the commission on the financing and investment operations covered by this regulation , broken down by the eu compartment and the member state compartment by member state , as appropriate . the report shall include an assessment of compliance with the requirements on the use of the eu guarantee and with the key performance indicators laid down in annex iii to this regulation . the report shall also include operational , statistical , financial and accounting data on each financing and investment operation and at the compartment , policy window and the investeu fund level . one of those reports shall contain the information the implementing partners shall provide in accordance with [ article 155 ] of the [ financial regulation ] . ### in addition , each implementing partner shall submit every six months a report to the commission and the european parliament on the financing and investment operations covered by this regulation , broken down by the eu compartment and the member state compartment by member state , as appropriate . the report shall include an assessment of compliance with the requirements on the use of the eu guarantee and with the key performance indicators laid down in annex iii to this regulation . the report shall also include operational , statistical , financial and accounting data , to the largest extent possible while protecting the confidentiality of private and commercially sensitive information , on each financing and investment operation and at the compartment , policy window and the investeu fund level . one of those reports shall contain the information the implementing partners shall provide in accordance with [ article 155 ] of the [ financial regulation ] .


### as set out in the reflection paper on the social dimension of europe16 and the european pillar of social rights17 , building a more inclusive and fairer union is a key priority for the union to tackle inequality and foster social inclusion policies in europe . inequality of opportunities affects in particular access to education , training and health . investment in the social , skills and human capital - related economy , as well as in the integration of vulnerable populations in the society , can enhance economic opportunities , especially if coordinated at union level . the investeu fund should be used to support investment in education and training , help increase employment , in particular among the unskilled and long - term unemployed , and improve the situation with regard to intergenerational solidarity , the health sector , homelessness , digital inclusiveness , community development , the role and place of young people in society as well as vulnerable people , including third country nationals . the investeu programme should also contribute to the support of european culture and creativity . to counter the profound transformations of societies in the union and of the labour market in the coming decade , it is necessary to invest in human capital , microfinance , social enterprise finance and new social economy business models , including social impact investment and social outcomes contracting . the investeu programme should strengthen nascent social market eco - system , increasing the supply of and access to finance to micro - and social enterprises , to meet the demand of those who need it the most . the report of the high - level task - force on investing in social infrastructure in europe18 has identified investment gaps in social infrastructure and services , including for education , training , health and housing , which call for support , including at the union level . therefore , the collective power of public , commercial and philanthropic capital , as well as support from foundations , should be harnessed to support the social market value chain development and a more resilient union . __________________ 16 com 206 . 17 com 250 . 18 published as european economy discussion paper 074 in january 2018 . ### as set out in the reflection paper on the social dimension of europe16 , and the european pillar of social rights17 and the eu framework on the implementation of the un convention on the rights of persons with disabilities , building a more inclusive and fairer union is a key priority for the union to tackle inequality and foster social inclusion policies in europe . inequality of opportunities affects in particular access to education , training , culture , employment and health . investment in the social , skills and human resources - related economy , as well as in the integration of vulnerable populations in the society , can enhance economic opportunities , especially if coordinated at union level . the investeu fund should be used to support investment in education and training , help increase a good quality employment , in particular among the unskilled and long - term unemployed , and improve the situation with regard to equal opportunities , intergenerational solidarity , the health sector , homelessness , digital inclusiveness , community development , the deinstitutionalisation process of children and adults , the role and place of young people in society as well as vulnerable people , including third country nationals . the investeu programme should also contribute to the support of european culture and creativity . to counter the profound transformations of societies in the union and of the labour market in the coming decade , it is necessary to invest in human resources , microfinance and the social economy . the investeu programme should strengthen nascent social market eco - system , increasing the supply of and access to finance to micro - and social enterprises , to meet the demand of those who need it the most . the report of the high - level task - force on investing in social infrastructure in europe18 has identified investment gaps in social infrastructure and services , including for education , training , health , housing , and social inclusion , which call for support , including at the union level . therefore , the collective power of public and private resources should be harnessed to support the social market value chain development and a more resilient union . __________________ 16 com 206 . 17 com 250 . 18 published as european economy discussion paper 074 in january 2018 .


### if the level of provisions for that part of the eu guarantee under the member state compartment reaches 10 % of the initial provisioning , the member state concerned shall provide to the common provisioning fund up to 5 % of the initial provisioning upon request by the commission . ### if the level of provisions for that part of the eu guarantee under the member state compartment reaches 10 % of the initial provisioning , the member state or region concerned shall provide to the common provisioning fund up to 5 % of the initial provisioning upon request by the commission .


### the overall amount of the part of the eu guarantee under the member state compartment pertaining to the member state , its provisioning rate , the amount of the contribution from funds under shared management , the constitution phase of the provisioning in accordance with an annual financial plan and the amount of the resulting contingent liability to be covered by a back - to - back guarantee provided by the member state concerned ; ### the overall amount of the part of the eu guarantee under the member state compartment pertaining to the member state or region , its provisioning rate , the amount of the contribution from funds under shared management , the constitution phase of the provisioning in accordance with an annual financial plan and the amount of the resulting contingent liability to be covered by a back - to - back guarantee provided by the member state concerned ;


### each configuration of the investment committee shall be composed of six remunerated external experts . the experts shall be selected in accordance with [ article 237 ] of the [ financial regulation ] and be appointed by the commission for a fixed term of up to four years . their term shall be renewable but shall not exceed seven years in total . the commission may decide to renew the term of office of an incumbent member of the investment committee without availing itself of the procedure laid down in this paragraph . ### each configuration of the investment committee shall be composed of seven remunerated external experts . the experts shall be selected in accordance with [ article 237 ] of the [ financial regulation ] and be appointed by the commission for a fixed term of up to four years . their term shall be renewable but shall not exceed seven years in total . the commission may decide to renew the term of office of an incumbent member of the investment committee without availing itself of the procedure laid down in this paragraph .


### fees may be charged for the services referred to in paragraph 2 to cover part of the costs for providing those services . ### fees may be charged for the services referred to in paragraph 2 to cover part of the costs for providing those services , except for the services provided to public project promoters and non - profit organisations , which shall be free of charge . fees charged for the technical assistance to smes shall be capped at one third of the effective cost of the services provided to them .


### the annual reporting obligations towards the member state , including reporting in accordance with the indicators referred to in the contribution agreement ; ### the annual reporting obligations towards the member state or region if applicable , including reporting in accordance with the indicators referred to in the contribution agreement ;


### where the customs infringement is not related to specific goods , a pecuniary fine up to eur 45 000 . ### where the customs infringement is not related to specific goods , a pecuniary fine of eur 45 000 .


### the commission should report annually to the european parliament and the council on the financing and investment operations covered by the efsd guarantee with a view to ensuring accountability to the european citizens . the report should be made public in order to allow relevant stakeholders , including civil society , to express their views . the commission should also report annually to the european parliament and the council on the management of the efsd guarantee fund so that accountability and transparency are ensured . ### the commission must report annually to the european parliament and the council on the financing and investment operations covered by the efsd guarantee with a view to ensuring full accountability to the european citizens . the report must be made public in order to allow relevant stakeholders , including civil society , to express their views . the commission must also report annually to the european parliament and the council on the management of the efsd guarantee fund so that accountability and transparency are ensured .


### an assessment of the added value of financing and investment operations of the eligible counterparts , and of the aggregate risk associated with those operations ; ### an independent assessment of the added value of financing and investment operations of the eligible counterparts , and of the aggregate risk associated with those operations ;


### the eip should incorporate the union commitment under the addis ababa action agenda on financing for development . it should also allow european investors and private companies , including small and medium - sized enterprises , to participate more effectively to sustainable development in partner countries . ### the eip should incorporate the union commitment under the addis ababa action agenda on financing for development . it should also allow european investors and private companies , in particular small and medium - sized enterprises , to contribute more effectively to sustainable development in partner countries , with the emphasis very much on ' sustainable ' .


### the commission should report annually to the european parliament and the council on the financing and investment operations covered by the efsd guarantee with a view to ensuring accountability to the european citizens . the report should be made public in order to allow relevant stakeholders , including civil society , to express their views . the commission should also report annually to the european parliament and the council on the management of the efsd guarantee fund so that accountability and transparency are ensured . ### the commission should report annually to the european parliament and the council on the financing and investment operations covered by the efsd guarantee , and the plans for coming year , with a view to ensuring full accountability to the european citizens . the report should be made public in order to allow relevant stakeholders , including civil society , to express their views . all other documents relating to the fund should be made publicly available , with a limited regime of exceptions . the commission should also report annually to the european parliament and the council on the management of the efsd guarantee fund so that accountability and transparency are ensured .


### an assessment of the financing and investment operations in operation and covered by the efsd guarantee , sector , country and regional levels and their compliance with this regulation ; ### an independent assessment of the financing and investment operations in operation and covered by the efsd guarantee , sector , country and regional levels and their compliance with this regulation , in particular with the principle of additionality ;


### for the period from 2021 to 2025 and from 2026 to 2030 , taking into account the flexibilities provided for in article 11 , each member state shall ensure that emissions do not exceed removals , calculated as the sum of total emissions and removals on their territory in the land accounting categories referred to in article 2 combined , as accounted in accordance with this regulation . ### for the period from 2021 to 2025 and from 2026 to 2030 , taking into account the flexibilities provided for in article 11 , each member state shall ensure that emissions do not exceed removals , calculated as the sum of total emissions and removals on their territory in the land accounting categories referred to in article 2 combined , as accounted in accordance with this regulation , in line with union long term commitments under the paris agreement .


### the paris agreement , inter alia , sets out a long - term goal in line with the objective to keep the global temperature increase well below 2°c above pre - industrial levels and to pursue efforts to keep it to 1 . 5°c above pre - industrial levels . in order to achieve this goal , the parties should prepare , communicate and maintain successive nationally determined contributions . the paris agreement replaces the approach taken under the 1997 kyoto protocol which will not be continued beyond 2020 . the paris agreement also calls for a balance between anthropogenic emissions by sources and removals by sinks of greenhouse gases in the second half of this century , and invites parties to take action to conserve and enhance , as appropriate , sinks and reservoirs of greenhouse gases , including forests . ### the paris agreement , inter alia , sets out a long - term goal in line with the objective to keep the global temperature increase well below 2°c above pre - industrial levels and to pursue efforts to keep it to 1 . 5°c above pre - industrial levels ; to that end , the role of forests in achieving this goal needs to be reiterated . accordingly , the parties should prepare , communicate and maintain successive nationally determined contributions . the paris agreement replaces the approach taken under the 1997 kyoto protocol which will not be continued beyond 2020 . the paris agreement also calls for a balance between anthropogenic emissions by sources and removals by sinks of greenhouse gases in the second half of this century , and invites parties to take action to conserve and enhance , as appropriate , sinks and reservoirs of greenhouse gases , including forests .


### for the period from 2021 to 2025 and from 2026 to 2030 , taking into account the flexibilities provided for in article 11 , each member state shall ensure that emissions do not exceed removals , calculated as the sum of total emissions and removals on their territory in the land accounting categories referred to in article 2 combined , as accounted in accordance with this regulation . ### for the period from 2021 to 2025 and from 2026 to 2030 member states shall ensure that at least emissions do not exceed removals calculated as the sum of total emissions and removals on their territory in the land accounting categories referred to in article 2 combined , as accounted in accordance with this regulation , in line with union long term commitments under the paris agreement .


### reference levels should ensure a robust and credible accounting , to guarantee that emissions and removals resulting from biomass use are properly accounted for ; ### reference levels should ensure a robust and credible accounting that excludes the impact of policies on the development of the forest sink , to guarantee that emissions and removals resulting from biomass use are properly accounted for


### member states that have chosen to include managed wetland in the scope of their commitments in accordance with article 2 shall account for emissions and removals resulting from managed wetland , calculated as emissions and removals in the periods from 2021 to 2025 and / or from 2026 to 2030 minus the value obtained by multiplying by five the member state’s average annual emissions and removals resulting from managed wetland in its base period 2005 - 2007 . ### member states shall account for emissions and removals resulting from managed wetland , calculated as emissions and removals in the periods from 2021 to 2025 and / or from 2026 to 2030 minus the value obtained by multiplying by five the member state’s average annual emissions and removals resulting from managed wetland in its base period 2005 - 2007 .


### fostering the integrated social , economic and environmental development , cultural heritage and security in urban areas ; ### fostering the integrated social , cultural , economic and environmental development and security in urban areas ;


### fostering the integrated social , economic and environmental local development , cultural heritage and security , including for rural and coastal areas also through community - led local development . ### fostering the integrated social , economic and environmental local development and security , including for rural and coastal areas also through community - led local development ;


### a transport undertaking shall organise the work of drivers in such a way that the drivers are able to spend at least one regular weekly rest period or a weekly rest of more than 45 hours taken in compensation for reduced weekly rest at home within each period of three consecutive weeks . ### a transport undertaking shall organise the work of drivers in such a way that the drivers are able to spend at least one regular weekly rest period or a weekly rest of more than 45 hours taken in compensation for reduced weekly rest at home or another location of the driver ' s choosing after each period of four consecutive weeks . the driver shall inform the transport undertaking in advance of taking said rest period at a location other than home . should it not be possible to give the transport undertaking prior notice of the location chosen for the rest period before the journey , the driver shall have the option to make a reasoned request to the transport undertaking which may be assessed a posteriori once the driver has taken his rest . the transport undertaking shall provide the financial means for the driver’s return home . should the driver choose a location other than his home , the undertaking shall provide the driver with the proportionate financial means for a regular return home .


### to enhance cost - effectiveness of enforcement of the social rules the potential of the current and future tachograph systems should be fully exploited . therefore the functionalities of the tachograph should be improved to allow for more precise positioning , in particular during international transport operations . ### to enhance cost - effectiveness of enforcement of the social rules the potential of the current and smart tachograph systems should be subject to mandatory use in international transport . therefore the functionalities of the tachograph should be improved by ensuring that the location of the vehicle is fixed as frequently as possible and by amending article 8 of regulation 165 / 2014 accordingly .


### drivers engaged in long - distance international transport operations spend long periods away from their home . the current requirements on the regular weekly rest unnecessarily prolong those periods . it is thus desirable to adapt the provision on the regular weekly rest in such a way that it is easier for drivers to carry out transport operations in compliance with the rules and to reach their home for a regular weekly rest , and be fully compensated for all reduced weekly rest periods . it is also necessary to provide that operators organise the work of drivers in such a way that these periods away from home are not excessively long . ### drivers engaged in long - distance international transport operations spend long periods away from their home . the current requirements on the regular weekly rest unnecessarily prolong those periods . it is thus desirable to adapt the provision on the regular weekly rest in such a way that it is easier for drivers to carry out transport operations in compliance with the rules and to reach their home for a regular weekly rest , and be fully compensated for all reduced weekly rest periods . it is also necessary to provide that operators organise the work of drivers in such a way that these periods away from home are not excessively long . when a driver chooses to spend this rest period at home , the transport undertaking should provide the driver with the means to return .


### a transport undertaking shall organise the work of drivers in such a way that the drivers are able to spend at least one regular weekly rest period or a weekly rest of more than 45 hours taken in compensation for reduced weekly rest at home within each period of three consecutive weeks . ' ; ### a transport undertaking shall organise the work of drivers in such a way that the drivers are able to spend at least one regular weekly rest period or a weekly rest of more than 45 hours taken in compensation for reduced weekly rest at home within each period of two consecutive weeks . ;


### given internet connectivity needs within the union and the urgency of promoting access networks that can deliver , throughout the eu , an internet experience of high quality based on very high - speed broadband services , financial assistance should seek to attain a geographically balanced distribution . ### given internet connectivity needs within the union , and considering both the evolution of the urban - rural digital divide which broadens with new technological developments and the subsequent urgency of promoting access networks , that can deliver , throughout the eu , an easy and user - friendly internet experience of high quality based on very high - speed broadband services and on the use of multilingual access pages , financial assistance should seek to attain a geographically balanced distribution , taking into account the principle of economic , social and territorial cohesion and the different levels of development of ict infrastructure . in the case of natural disasters the free wifi network should be unlimited , safe and high speed in order to support quick communication between emergency services and citizens .


### support of this kind should encourage entities with a public mission such as public authorities and providers of public services to offer free local wireless connectivity as an ancillary service to their public mission so as to ensure that local communities can experience the benefits of very high - speed broadband in the centres of public life . such entities could include municipalities and other local public authorities , libraries and hospitals . ### support of this kind should encourage entities with a public mission such as local public authorities to offer free local wireless connectivity , while guaranteeing high levels of cybersecurity - as an ancillary service to their public mission ; in this regard , such support should thus help to ensure that local communities are guaranteed access to information and involvement in public life , can improve their digital skills and can experience the benefits of very high - speed broadband in the centres of public life . such entities could include premises of the municipal administrations and other local public authorities and their immediate vicinity as well as public libraries , museums , schools and universities , community centres , multipurpose spaces , culture , sport , youth establishments , municipal squares and parks as well as health care facilities , also ensuring that the interactions between those bodies and the local services providers are less burdensome and faster for the smes and the whole process less bureaucratic . the offer of high - speed free wireless connectivity could be also provided to free accessible spaces of public transport , such as waiting areas . improving access to fast and ultra - fast broadband and ict services , especially in remote areas , can increase the quality of life of individuals by facilitating access to services and the economic possibilities for local business and start - ups , ultimately improving social inclusion , economic growth and competitiveness . the competent authorities should therefore ensure that nobody is left behind and that the internet content and online services are accessible to all , including citizens who are not digitally literate and people with disabilities .


### support the provision of free local wireless connectivity in local communities . ### support the provision of free , unlimited , safe , high speed local wireless connectivity in local communities , which shall be close to the highest standards available on the market .


### given the non - commercial nature of this intervention and the small scale of individual projects foreseen , the administrative burden should be limited to a minimum . therefore , the intervention should be implemented by the most appropriate forms of financial assistance , notably grants , available under the financial regulation , now or in future . the intervention should not rely on financial instruments . ### given the non - commercial nature of this intervention and the small scale of individual projects foreseen , the administrative burden should be limited to a minimum taking into account the need for accountability and a proper balance between simplification and control . therefore , the intervention should be implemented by the most appropriate forms of financial assistance , notably grants , available under the financial regulation , now or in future . the intervention should not rely on financial instruments . the principle of sound financial management should apply .


### actions aiming at the provision of free local wireless connectivity in the centres of local public life , including outdoor spaces accessible to the general public that play a major role in the public life of local communities , shall be eligible for financial assistance . ### actions aiming at the provision of free , high - speed local wireless connectivity of high quality in the centres of local public life , including outdoor spaces accessible to the general public that play a major role in the public life of local communities and local public transport where freely accessible , shall be eligible for financial assistance . in order to be fully used by the general public , potential linguistic barriers shall be avoided . this means that it is recommended for the whole connection system to be multilingual .


### an administrator shall publish the input data used to determine the benchmark immediately after publication of the benchmark except where publication would have serious adverse consequences for the contributors or adversely affect the reliability or integrity of the benchmark . in such cases publication may be delayed for a period that significantly diminishes these consequences . any personal data included in input data shall not be published . ### an administrator shall publish the input data and the methodologies used to determine the benchmark immediately after publication of the benchmark .


### the main objective of prudential supervision is the protection of members and beneficiaries . ### the main objective of prudential supervision is the protection of the rights of members and beneficiaries and the stability and soundness of the institutions .


### member states shall allow institutions authorised or registered in their territories to transfer all or a part of their pension schemes to receiving institutions authorised or registered in other member states . ### member states may allow institutions authorised or registered in their territories to transfer , fully or partly , a pension scheme ' s liabilities or technical provisions , as well as other obligations and rights and corresponding assets , or cash equivalent thereof , to receiving institutions authorised or registered in other member states , provided that , in the case of a transfer of part of the pension scheme , the viability of both the transferred and the remaining part of the pension scheme is ensured and the rights of&#160 ; members are adequately protected after the transfer . the receiving institution shall operate the pension scheme in accordance with the social and labour law of the host member state , thereby not changing the level of protection of the members and beneficiaries concerned by the transfer .


### in accordance with the principle of subsidiarity , member states should retain full responsibility for the organisation of their pension systems as well as for the decision on the role of each of the three “pillars” of the retirement system in individual member states . in the context of the second pillar , they should also retain full responsibility for the role and functions of the various institutions providing occupational retirement benefits , such as industry - wide pension funds , company pension funds and life - assurance companies . this directive is not intended to call this prerogative into question . ### in accordance with the principle of subsidiarity , member states should retain responsibility for the organisation of their pension systems , provided that a high level of protection and regulation is guaranteed .


### in order to reflect growing transport flows and the evolution of the network , the alignment of the core network corridors and their pre - identified sections should be adapted . these adaptations should be proportionate in order to preserve the consistency and the efficiency of the corridor development and coordination . for that reason the length of the core network corridors should not increase by more than 15 % . ### in order to reflect growing transport flows and the evolution of the network , the alignment of the core network corridors , their pre - identified sections and their capacity should be adapted . these adaptations to the core network should not affect its completion by 2030 and should be proportionate in order to preserve the consistency and the efficiency of the corridor development and coordination . for that reason the length of the core network corridors should not increase by more than 15 % . in any case , the increase in the network should be limited to very specific cases before moving on to the completion of pending projects within the core network of the priority corridors .


### in order to achieve smart , sustainable and inclusive growth and to stimulate job creation , the union needs an up - to - date , high - performance infrastructure to help connect and integrate the union and all its regions , in the transport , telecommunications and energy sectors . those connections should help to improve the free movement of persons , goods , capital and services . the trans - european networks should facilitate cross - border connections , foster greater economic , social and territorial cohesion and contribute to a more competitive social market economy and to combating climate change . ### in order to achieve smart , sustainable and inclusive growth , to stimulate job creation and to pursue the union ' s shared interests and priorities in promoting peace as well as the security and defence of its citizens and territory , the union needs an up - to - date , multi - modal , high - performance , resilient , sustainable and safer infrastructure to help connect and integrate the union and all its regions , in the transport , telecommunications and energy sectors . those connections should help to improve the free movement of persons , goods , capital and services . furthermore , due to the current volatile geopolitical situation and the multiple sources of threats to the security of the union , those connections should improve the mobility of military forces and assets within and beyond the union in order to enable member states and nato allies to react in a comprehensive , effective and timely manner to internal and external crisis situations . the trans - european networks should facilitate cross - border connections for civil and defence purposes , foster greater economic , social and territorial cohesion and contribute to a more competitive social market economy and to combating climate change .


### an important objective of this programme is to deliver increased synergies between the transport , energy and digital sector . for that purpose , the programme should provide for the adoption of cross - sectoral work programmes that could address specific intervention areas , for instance as regards connected and automated mobility or alternative fuels . in addition , the programme should allow , within each sector , the possibility to consider eligible some ancillary components pertaining to another sector , where such an approach improves the socio - economic benefit of the investment . synergies between sectors should be incentivized through the award criteria for the selection of actions . ### an important objective of this programme is to deliver increased synergies between the transport , energy and digital sector . for that purpose , the programme should provide for the adoption of cross - sectoral work programmes that could address specific intervention areas , for instance as regards connected and automated mobility or alternative fuels . diversification of energy sources , supply routes and the development of related strategic infrastructure as well as interconnections will contribute to reducing the union’s external energy dependence . in addition , the programme should allow , within each sector , the possibility to consider eligible some ancillary components pertaining to another sector , where such an approach improves the socio - economic benefit of the investment . synergies between sectors should be incentivized through the award criteria for the selection of actions .


### to adapt the ten - t networks to military mobility needs ; ### to adapt the ten - t networks to dual use needs , in particular to enable member states to perform all tasks referred to in article 43 teu with regard to the common security and defence policy , facilitate current and future union operations and missions , support the missions described in the illustrative scenarios , as well as the implementation of the mutual assistance and solidarity clauses . in addition , it shall help member states to meet their national and multinational requirements for operations , missions , exercises and routine activities across the union , as well as in its neighbourhood , in cooperation with nato , with the aim of enabling a prompt and comprehensive response . the development of military mobility projects shall comply with environmental standards and sustainable development goals ;


### in order to reflect growing transport flows and the evolution of the network , the alignment of the core network corridors and their pre - identified sections should be adapted . these adaptations should be proportionate in order to preserve the consistency and the efficiency of the corridor development and coordination . for that reason the length of the core network corridors should not increase by more than 15% . ### in order to reflect growing transport flows and the evolution of the network , the alignment of the core network corridors and their pre - identified sections and their capacity should be adapted . these adaptations to the core network should not affect its completion by 2030 and should be proportionate in order to preserve the consistency and the efficiency of the corridor development and coordination . for that reason the length of the core network corridors should , if they are to be increased at all , not increase by more than 15% . evolutions on the comprehensive network must be monitored and assessed in order to guarantee the relevance of the sections .


### under the specific objective referred to in article 3 : actions , or specific activities within an action , supporting transport infrastructure on the ten - t network in order to adapt it to military mobility requirements with the purpose of enabling a civilian - military dual - use of the infrastructure . ### under the specific objective referred to in article 3 : actions , or specific activities within an action , supporting new and existing transport infrastructure on the ten - t network in order to adapt it to dual use mobility requirements with the purpose of enabling a civilian - military dual - use of the infrastructure . by 31 december 2019 , the commission shall adopt delegated acts in accordance with article 24 of this regulation in order to further specify the military requirements , the list of priority projects and the assessments procedure regarding the eligibility of the actions connected with military mobility , while ensuring a balanced geographical distribution across all of the union , especially the north - south and west - east axes .


### the programme has the general objective to develop and modernise the trans - european networks in the fields of transport , energy and digital and to facilitate cross - border cooperation in the field of renewable energy , taking into account the long - term decarbonisation commitments and with emphasis on synergies among sectors . ### the programme has the general objective to develop , decarbonise and modernise the trans - european networks in the fields of transport , energy and digital and to facilitate cross - border cooperation in the field of renewable energy and energy efficiency , in line with the long - term decarbonisation commitments under the paris agreement , according to the will of citizens and local communities as assessed through public consultations , and with emphasis on synergies among sectors .


### to contribute to the development of projects of common interest relating to efficient and interconnected networks and infrastructure for smart , sustainable , inclusive , safe and secure mobility ; ### to contribute to the development of projects of common interest relating to efficient and interconnected networks and infrastructure for smart , interoperable , multimodal , sustainable , inclusive , safe and secure mobility ;


### –40% for the actions listed at article 9 paragraph 2 : ' actions relating to smart , sustainable , inclusive , safe and secure mobility ' . ### –20% for the actions listed at article 9 paragraph 2 : ' actions relating to smart , sustainable , inclusive , safe and secure mobility ' .


### economic , social and environmental impact ; ### economic , social , security , defence and environmental impact ;


### actions implementing sections of the comprehensive network located in outermost regions in accordance with chapter ii of regulation no 1315 / 2013 , including actions relating to the relevant urban nodes , maritime ports , inland ports and rail - road terminals of the comprehensive network as defined at annex ii to regulation no 1315 / 2013 ; ### actions implementing sections of the comprehensive network located in outermost regions in accordance with chapter ii of regulation no 1315 / 2013 , including actions relating to the relevant urban nodes , maritime ports , inland ports , airports , multimodal logistics platforms and rail - road terminals of the comprehensive network as defined at annex ii to regulation no 1315 / 2013 ;


### following the joint communication on improving military mobility in the european union of november 20179 , the action plan on military mobility adopted on 28 march 2018 by the commission and the high representative of the union for foreign affairs and security policy10 highlighted that transport infrastructure policy offers a clear opportunity to increase synergies between defence needs and ten - t . the action plan indicates that by mid - 2018 , the council is invited to consider and validate the military requirements in relation to transport infrastructure and that , by 2019 the commission services will identify the parts of the trans - european transport network suitable for military transport , including necessary upgrades of existing infrastructure . union funding for the implementation of the dual - use projects should be implemented through the programme on the basis of specific work programmes specifying the applicable requirements as defined in the context of the action plan . __________________ 9 join 41 10 join 5 ### following the joint communication on improving military mobility in the european union of november 20179 , the action plan on military mobility adopted on 28 march 2018 by the commission and the high representative of the union for foreign affairs and security policy10 highlighted that transport infrastructure policy offers a clear opportunity to increase synergies between defence needs and ten - t . in particular , military mobility projects financed under this regulation should aim to enable member states to perform the tasks referred to in article 43 teu with regard to the union’s common security and defence policy , facilitate current and future union operations and missions , support the missions described in the illustrative scenarios , as well as the implementation of the mutual assistance and solidarity clauses . military mobility projects should aim at increasing union’s defence and deterrence , thus enhancing union citizens’ security and safety as well as providing a prompt reaction to crisis situations . the union should aim to facilitate and improve military mobility through concrete measures in a number of areas , in full complementarity with relevant actors , such as nato , and in coordination with efforts under the permanent structured cooperation and the european defence fund . the action plan indicates that by mid - 2018 , the council is invited to consider and validate the military requirements reflecting the needs of the union and its member states in relation to transport infrastructure also covering the management of land , air and maritime military mobility . by 2019 the commission services , in close cooperation with nato , will identify the parts of the trans - european transport network suitable for dual use transport , including necessary upgrades of existing infrastructure and bridging the gap for existing , but not yet constructed infrastructure projects . union funding for the implementation of the dual - use projects should be implemented through the programme on the basis of specific work programmes specifying the applicable requirements as defined in the context of the action plan . in order to facilitate the development of military mobility projects cross - border and customs standards and regulations , as well as administrative and legislative procedures should be harmonised . __________________ 9 join 41 10 join 5


### actions implementing cross - border links of the comprehensive network in accordance with chapter ii of regulation no 1315 / 2013 , notably the sections listed in part iii of the annex to this regulation ; ### actions implementing cross - border links of the comprehensive network in accordance with chapter ii of regulation no 1315 / 2013 , notably the sections listed in part iii of the annex to this regulation , inter alia ertms and sesar projects ;


### the trans - european transport network guidelines as laid down in regulation no 1315 / 2013 of the european parliament and of the council4 identify the infrastructure of the ten - t , specify the requirements to be fulfilled by it and provide for measures for their implementation . those guidelines envisage , in particular , the completion of the core network by 2030 through the creation of new infrastructure as well as the substantial upgrading and rehabilitation of existing infrastructure . __________________ 4 regulation no 1315 / 2013 of the european parliament and of the council of 11 december 2013 on union guidelines for the development of the trans - european transport network and repealing decision no 661 / 2010 / eu . ### the trans - european transport network guidelines as laid down in regulation no 1315 / 2013 of the european parliament and of the council4 identify the infrastructure of the ten - t , specify the requirements to be fulfilled by it and provide for measures for their implementation . those guidelines envisage , in particular , the completion of the core network by 2030 through the creation of new infrastructure as well as the substantial upgrading and rehabilitation of existing infrastructure . in this process military mobility requirements should also be taken into account , in due consultation with nato . __________________ 4 regulation no 1315 / 2013 of the european parliament and of the council of 11 december 2013 on union guidelines for the development of the trans - european transport network and repealing decision no 661 / 2010 / eu .


### in order to reflect growing transport flows and the evolution of the network , the alignment of the core network corridors and their pre - identified sections should be adapted . these adaptations should be proportionate in order to preserve the consistency and the efficiency of the corridor development and coordination . for that reason the length of the core network corridors should not increase by more than 15% . ### in order to reflect growing transport flows and the evolution of the network , the alignment of the core network corridors , their pre - identified sections and their capacity should be adapted . these adaptations to the core network should not affect its completion by 2030 and should be proportionate in order to preserve the consistency and the efficiency of the corridor development and coordination . for that reason the length of the core network corridors should , if they are to be increased at all , not increase by more than 15% . evolutions on the comprehensive network must be monitored and assessed in order to guarantee the relevance of the sections .


### the grant agreement may be terminated on the basis of the grounds specified in paragraph 1 . ### the grant agreement may be terminated on the basis of the grounds specified in paragraph 1 . in such case , the commission shall make the unused funds available to other projects without delay .


### in order to achieve the objectives laid down in the ten - t guidelines , it is necessary to support with priority the cross - border links and the missing links and to ensure , where applicable , that the supported actions are consistent with the corridor work plans established pursuant to article 47 of regulation no 1315 / 2013 and to the overall network development regarding performance and interoperability . ### in order to achieve the objectives laid down in the ten - t guidelines , it is necessary to support with priority the cross - border links , the missing links , transport bottlenecks and urban nodes and to ensure , where applicable , that the supported actions are consistent with the corridor work plans established pursuant to article 47 of regulation no 1315 / 2013 and to the overall network development regarding performance and interoperability .


### actions implementing the core network in accordance with chapter iii of regulation no 1315 / 2013 , including actions relating to urban nodes , maritime ports , inland ports and rail - road terminals of the core network as defined at annex ii to regulation no 1315 / 2013 . actions implementing the core network may include related elements located on the comprehensive network when necessary to optimize the investment and according to modalities specified in the work programmes referred to in article 19 of this regulation ; ### actions implementing the core network in accordance with chapter iii of regulation no 1315 / 2013 , including actions relating to urban nodes , maritime ports , inland ports , airports , multimodal logistic platforms and rail - road terminals of the core network as defined at annex ii to regulation no 1315 / 2013 . actions implementing the core network may include related elements located on the comprehensive network when necessary to optimize the investment and according to modalities specified in the work programmes referred to in article 19 of this regulation ;


### the programme has the general objective to develop and modernise the trans - european networks in the fields of transport , energy and digital and to facilitate cross - border cooperation in the field of renewable energy , taking into account the long - term decarbonisation commitments and with emphasis on synergies among sectors . ### the programme has the general objective to develop and modernise the trans - european networks in the fields of transport , including the development of dual use infrastructure , energy and digital and to facilitate cross - border cooperation in the field of renewable energy , taking into account the long - term decarbonisation commitments and with emphasis on synergies among sectors .


### in order to reflect growing transport flows and the evolution of the network , the alignment of the core network corridors and their pre - identified sections should be adapted . these adaptations should be proportionate in order to preserve the consistency and the efficiency of the corridor development and coordination . for that reason the length of the core network corridors should not increase by more than 15 % . ### in order to reflect growing transport flows and the evolution of the network , the alignment of the core network corridors , their pre - identified sections and their capacity should be adapted . these adaptations to the core network should not affect its completion by 2030 and should be proportionate in order to preserve the consistency and the efficiency of the corridor development and coordination . for that reason the length of the core network corridors should not increase by more than 15 % . in any case , the increase in the network should be limited to very specific cases before moving on to the completion of pending projects within the core network of the priority corridors .


### innovation , safety , interoperability and accessibility aspects ; ### innovation , safety , interoperability , dual use and accessibility aspects ;


### in order to reflect growing transport flows and the evolution of the network , the alignment of the core network corridors and their pre - identified sections should be adapted . these adaptations should be proportionate in order to preserve the consistency and the efficiency of the corridor development and coordination . for that reason the length of the core network corridors should not increase by more than 15 % . ### in order to reflect growing transport flows , the evolution of the network and the evolving security environment , the alignment and the geographical balance of the core network corridors and their pre - identified sections should be adapted . these adaptations should be proportionate in order to preserve the consistency and the efficiency of the corridor development and coordination . for that reason the length of the core network corridors should not increase by more than 15 % .


### actions relating to smart , sustainable , inclusive , safe and secure mobility : ### actions relating to smart , interoperable , multimodal , sustainable , inclusive , safe and secure mobility :


### in order to achieve smart , sustainable and inclusive growth and to stimulate job creation , the union needs an up - to - date , high - performance infrastructure to help connect and integrate the union and all its regions , in the transport , telecommunications and energy sectors . those connections should help to improve the free movement of persons , goods , capital and services . the trans - european networks should facilitate cross - border connections , foster greater economic , social and territorial cohesion and contribute to a more competitive social market economy and to combating climate change . ### in order to achieve smart , sustainable and inclusive growth , to stimulate job creation and to pursue the union ' s shared interests and priorities in promoting peace as well as the security and defence of its citizens and territory , the union needs an up - to - date , multi - modal , high - performance , resilient , sustainable and safer infrastructure to help connect and integrate the union and all its regions , in the transport , telecommunications and energy sectors . those connections should help to improve the free movement of persons , goods , capital and services . furthermore , due to the current volatile geopolitical situation and the multiple sources of threats to the security of the union , those connections should improve the mobility of military forces and assets within and beyond the union in order to enable member states and nato allies to react in a comprehensive , effective and timely manner to internal and external crisis situations . the trans - european networks should facilitate cross - border connections for civil and defence purposes , foster greater economic , social and territorial cohesion and contribute to a more competitive social market economy and to combating climate change .


### to contribute to the development of projects of common interest relating to efficient and interconnected networks and infrastructure for smart , sustainable , inclusive , safe and secure mobility ; ### to remove bottlenecks , bridge missing links and improve cross - border sections and to strengthen territorial , social and economic cohesion and to promote the territorial accessibility and connectivity of all regions of the union ;


### it is necessary to promote investments in favour of smart , sustainable , inclusive , safe and secure mobility throughout the union . in 2017 , the commission presented5 ' europe on the move ' , a wide - ranging set of initiatives to make traffic safer , encourage smart road charging , reduce co2 emissions , air pollution and congestion , promote connected and autonomous mobility and ensure proper conditions and rest times for workers . these initiatives should be accompanied by union financial support , where relevant through this programme . __________________ 5 commission communication ' europe on the move : an agenda for a socially fair transition towards clean , competitive and connected mobility for all ' – com 283 ### it is necessary to promote investments in favour of smart , interoperable , sustainable , multimodal , inclusive , safe and secure mobility throughout the union . in 2017 , the commission presented5 ' europe on the move ' , a wide - ranging set of initiatives to make traffic safer , encourage smart road charging , reduce co2 emissions , air pollution and congestion , promote connected and autonomous mobility and ensure proper conditions and rest times for workers . it should take into consideration also military mobility factors . these initiatives should be accompanied by union financial support , where relevant through this programme . __________________ 5 commission communication ' europe on the move : an agenda for a socially fair transition towards clean , competitive and connected mobility for all ' – com 283


### the achievement of the digital single market relies on the underlying digital connectivity infrastructure . the digitalisation of european industry and the modernisation of sectors like transport , energy , healthcare and public administration depend on universal access to reliable , affordable , high and very high capacity networks . digital connectivity has become one of the decisive factors to close economic , social and territorial divides , supporting the modernisation of local economies and underpinning the diversification of economic activities . the scope of intervention of the programme in the area of digital connectivity infrastructure should be adjusted to reflect its increasing importance for the economy and the society at large . therefore , it is necessary to set out the digital connectivity infrastructure projects of common interest needed to meet union ' s digital single market objectives , and to repeal regulation no 283 / 2014 of the european parliament and of the council14 . __________________ 14 regulation no 283 / 2014 of the european parliament and of the council of 11 march 2014 on guidelines for trans - european networks in the area of telecommunications infrastructure and repealing decision no 1336 / 97 / ec . ### the achievement of the digital single market relies on the underlying digital connectivity infrastructure . the digitalisation of european industry and the modernisation of sectors such as transport , energy , healthcare , security , defence and public administration depend on universal access to reliable , affordable , resilient , high and very high capacity networks . digital connectivity has become one of the decisive factors to close economic , social and territorial divides , supporting the modernisation of local economies and underpinning the diversification of economic activities . the scope of intervention of the programme in the area of digital connectivity infrastructure should be adjusted to reflect its increasing importance for the economy and the society at large . this can only be achieved considering that key aspects of the digital domain , such as privacy and cyber security , play an enabling role in such domain . therefore , it is necessary to set out the digital connectivity infrastructure projects of common interest needed to meet union ' s digital single market objectives , and to repeal regulation no 283 / 2014 of the european parliament and of the council14 . __________________ 14 regulation no 283 / 2014 of the european parliament and of the council of 11 march 2014 on guidelines for trans - european networks in the area of telecommunications infrastructure and repealing decision no 1336 / 97 / ec .


### ‘ market surveillance’ means the activities carried out and measures taken by the market surveillance authorities to ensure that vehicles , systems , components or separate technical units as well as parts and equipment made available on the market comply with the requirements set out in the relevant union legislation and do not endanger health , safety or any other aspect of public interest protection ; ### ‘ market surveillance’ means the activities carried out and measures taken by the market surveillance authority to ensure that vehicles , systems , components or separate technical units as well as parts and equipment made available on the market comply with the requirements set out in the relevant union legislation and do not endanger health , safety , the environment or any other aspect of public interest protection ;


### compliance verification by the commission and enforcement co - ordination with member states ### compliance verification by the european surveillance authority and enforcement co - ordination with member states


### member states shall establish a national fee structure to cover the costs for their type - approvals and market surveillance activities as well as for the type - approval testing and conformity of production testing and inspections carried out by the technical services they have designated . ### member states shall establish a national fee structure to cover the costs for their type - approvals as well as for the type - approval testing and conformity of production testing and inspections carried out by the technical services they have designated .


### in order to increase transparency and mutual trust and to further align and develop the criteria for the assessment , designation , and notification of technical services , as well as extension and renewal procedures , member states should cooperate with each other and with the commission . they should consult each other and the commission on questions with general relevance for the implementation of this regulation and inform each other and the commission on their model assessment checklist . ### in order to increase transparency and mutual trust and to align and develop homogenous criteria in the eu for the assessment , designation , and notification of technical services , as well as extension and renewal procedures , member states should cooperate with each other and with the commission . they should consult each other and the commission on questions with general relevance for the implementation of this regulation .


### when , in spite of the measures taken to ensure a coherent application and follow up of the requirements by the member states , the competence of a technical service is in doubt , the commission should have the possibility to investigate individual cases . ### when , in spite of the measures taken to ensure a homogenous and coherent application and follow up of the requirements by the member states , the competence of a technical service is in doubt , the commission should have the possibility to investigate individual cases and propose solutions .


### the investeu fund should support investments in tangible and intangible assets to foster growth , investment and employment , and thereby contributing to improved well - being and fairer income distribution in the union . intervention through the investeu fund should complement union support delivered through grants . ### the investeu fund should support investments in tangible and intangible assets to foster growth , investment and employment , and thereby contributing to the reduction of disparities between regions , improved well - being , fairer income distribution in the union and the union’s economic , social and territorial cohesion . intervention through the investeu fund should complement union support delivered through grants .


### sustainable infrastructure policy window : comprises sustainable investment in the areas of transport , energy , digital connectivity , supply and processing of raw materials , space , oceans and water , waste , nature and other environment infrastructure , equipment , mobile assets and deployment of innovative technologies that contribute to the environmental or social sustainability objectives of the union , or to both , or meet the environmental or social sustainability standards of the union ; ### sustainable infrastructure policy window : comprises sustainable investment in the areas of low - emission&#160 ; transport , renewable&#160 ; energy , energy efficiency , digital connectivity and access also in rural areas , supply and processing of raw materials , space , oceans and water , waste , the circular economy , &#160 ; nature and other environment infrastructure , equipment , mobile assets and deployment of innovative technologies that contribute to the environmental or social sustainability objectives of the union , or to both , or meet the environmental or social sustainability standards of the union ;


### the investeu fund should support investments in tangible and intangible assets to foster growth , investment and employment , and thereby contributing to improved well - being and fairer income distribution in the union . intervention through the investeu fund should complement union support delivered through grants . ### the investeu fund should support investments in tangible and intangible assets to foster growth , investment and employment , and thereby contributing to the reduction of disparities between regions , improved well - being fairer income distribution in the union and the union’s economic , social and territorial cohesion . intervention through the investeu fund should complement union support delivered through grants .


### as set out in the reflection paper on the social dimension of europe16 and the european pillar of social rights17 , building a more inclusive and fairer union is a key priority for the union to tackle inequality and foster social inclusion policies in europe . inequality of opportunities affects in particular access to education , training and health . investment in the social , skills and human capital - related economy , as well as in the integration of vulnerable populations in the society , can enhance economic opportunities , especially if coordinated at union level . the investeu fund should be used to support investment in education and training , help increase employment , in particular among the unskilled and long - term unemployed , and improve the situation with regard to intergenerational solidarity , the health sector , homelessness , digital inclusiveness , community development , the role and place of young people in society as well as vulnerable people , including third country nationals . the investeu programme should also contribute to the support of european culture and creativity . to counter the profound transformations of societies in the union and of the labour market in the coming decade , it is necessary to invest in human capital , microfinance , social enterprise finance and new social economy business models , including social impact investment and social outcomes contracting . the investeu programme should strengthen nascent social market eco - system , increasing the supply of and access to finance to micro - and social enterprises , to meet the demand of those who need it the most . the report of the high - level task - force on investing in social infrastructure in europe18 has identified investment gaps in social infrastructure and services , including for education , training , health and housing , which call for support , including at the union level . therefore , the collective power of public , commercial and philanthropic capital , as well as support from foundations , should be harnessed to support the social market value chain development and a more resilient union . _________________ 16 com 206 . 17 com 250 . 18 published as european economy discussion paper 074 in january 2018 . ### as set out in the reflection paper on the social dimension of europe16 and the european pillar of social rights17 , and the eu framework on the eu convention on the rights of persons with disabilities , building a more inclusive and fairer union is a key priority for the union to tackle inequality and foster social inclusion policies in europe . inequality of opportunities affects in particular access to education , training and health . investment in the social , skills and human resources - related economy , as well as in the integration of vulnerable populations in the society , can enhance economic opportunities , especially if coordinated at union level . the investeu fund should be used to support investment in education and training , help increase a good quality employment , in particular among the unskilled and long - term unemployed , and improve the situation with regard to intergenerational solidarity , the social services sector , the health sector , homelessness , digital inclusiveness , community development , the role and place of young people in society as well as vulnerable people , including third country nationals . the investeu programme should also contribute to the support of european culture and creativity . to counter the profound transformations of societies in the union and of the labour market in the coming decade , it is necessary to invest in human resources , microfinance , the social economy . the investeu programme should strengthen nascent social market eco - system , increasing the supply of and access to finance to micro - and social enterprises , to meet the demand of those who need it the most . the report of the high - level task - force on investing in social infrastructure in europe18 has identified investment gaps in social infrastructure and services , including for education , training , health and housing , which call for support , including at the union level . therefore , the collective power of public and private resources should be harnessed to support the social market value chain development and a more resilient union . _________________ 16 com 206 . 17 com 250 . 18 published as european economy discussion paper 074 in january 2018 .


### the sustainability of the union economy and its growth ; ### the sustainable development of the union economy ;


### in the last years , the union has adopted ambitious strategies to complete the single market and to stimulate sustainable growth and jobs , such as the capital markets union , the digital single market strategy , the clean energy for all europeans package , the union action plan for the circular economy , the low - emission mobility strategy , the defence and the space strategy for europe . the investeu fund should exploit and reinforce synergies between those mutually reinforcing strategies through providing support to investment and access to financing . ### in the last years , the union has adopted ambitious strategies to complete the single market and to stimulate sustainable growth and jobs , such as the europe 2020 strategy , the capital markets union , the digital single market strategy , the clean energy for all europeans package , the union action plan for the circular economy , the low - emission mobility strategy , the defence and the space strategy for europe . the investeu fund should exploit and reinforce synergies between those mutually reinforcing strategies through providing support to investment and access to financing , in all eu regions .


### ‘ navigation time’ means the time that deck crew members spent aboard during a journey performed by a vessel on inland waterways and validated by the competent authority ; ### ‘ navigation time’ means the time that deck crew members spent aboard during a journey performed by a vessel on inland waterways , including time spent training on a simulator approved under article 19 , which period may not exceed one - quarter of the total time , and validated by the competent authority ;


### within one year of the entry into force of this directive , the commission shall gradually adopt delegated acts setting up : ### within one year of the entry into force of this directive , the commission shall gradually adopt delegated and implementing acts setting up :


### qualified entities should be able to seek measures aimed at eliminating the continuing effects of the infringement . these measures should take the form of a redress order obligating the trader to provide for , inter alia , compensation , repair , replacement , price reduction , contract termination or reimbursement of the price paid , as appropriate and as available under national laws . ### qualified entities should be able to seek measures aimed at eliminating the continuing effects of the infringement . these measures should take the form of a redress order obligating the trader to provide for , inter alia , compensation , repair , replacement , removal , price reduction , contract termination or reimbursement of the price paid , as appropriate and as available under national laws .


### member states shall ensure that qualified entities are entitled to bring representative actions seeking measures eliminating the continuing effects of the infringement . these measures shall be sought on the basis of any final decision establishing that a practice constitutes an infringement of union law listed in annex i harming collective interests of consumers , including a final injunction order referred to in paragraph . ### member states shall ensure that qualified entities are entitled to bring representative actions seeking measures eliminating the continuing effects of the infringement . in order to avoid prolonging the procedures , these measures may also be sought separately from measures whose purpose is to establish that a practice constitutes an infringement of union law listed in annex i harming collective interests of consumers , including a final injunction order referred to in paragraph .


### for the purposes of article 5 , member states shall ensure that qualified entities are entitled to bring representative actions seeking a redress order , which obligates the trader to provide for , inter alia , compensation , repair , replacement , price reduction , contract termination or reimbursement of the price paid , as appropriate . a member state may require the mandate of the individual consumers concerned before a declaratory decision is made or a redress order is issued . ### for the purposes of article 5 , member states shall ensure that qualified entities are entitled to bring representative actions seeking a redress order , which obligates the trader to provide for , inter alia , compensation , repair , replacement , removal , price reduction , contract termination or reimbursement of the price paid , as appropriate . a member state may require the mandate of the individual consumers concerned before a declaratory decision is made or a redress order is issued .


### this directive shall not prevent member states from adopting or maintaining in force provisions designed to grant qualified entities or any other persons concerned other procedural means to bring actions aimed at the protection of the collective interests of consumers at national level . ### this directive shall not prevent member states from adopting or maintaining in force provisions designed to grant qualified entities or any other persons concerned procedural means to bring actions aimed at greater protection of the collective interests of consumers at national level than those provided for in this directive .


### supporting the provision of a safe , nurturing environment for children as an important element for fostering a healthy young population able to reach its full potential ; ### giving children , particularly the most left behind , the best start in life by investing as early as possible to enhance childhood development and ensure that children experiencing poverty or inequality have access to basic social services such as health , nutrition , education and social protection . supporting the provision of a safe , nurturing environment for children as an important element for fostering a healthy young population able to reach its full potential , paying special attention to the needs of girls ;


### when designing and implementing measures pursuant to this article , the commission shall promote ownership by the partner country . it shall also develop the necessary elements and the good practices required to ensure sustainability in the medium and long term and shall promote the rule of law and established international law principles . ### when designing and implementing measures pursuant to this article , the commission shall promote ownership by the partner country . it shall also develop the necessary elements and the good practices required to ensure sustainability and accountability in the medium and long term , it shall promote the rule of law and established international law principles , it shall ensure that actions aimed at reforming military forces contribute to making them more transparent , accountable and respectful of the human rights of those coming under their jurisdiction . for measures aimed at providing partner military forces with equipment , it shall clarify the type of equipment to be provided in the context of each measure . the commission shall also clarify how it will ensure that this equipment will only be used by its intended recipients and the actions to be taken otherwise .


### programmes and actions under this regulation shall mainstream climate change , environmental protection and gender equality and shall address interlinkages between sustainable development goals , to promote integrated actions that can create co - benefits and meet multiple objectives in a coherent way . these programmes and actions shall be based on an analysis of risks and vulnerabilities , integrate a resilience approach and be conflict sensitive . they shall be guided by the principle of leaving no one behind . ### programmes and actions under this regulation shall mainstream climate change , environmental protection , education and culture , and gender equality and shall address interlinkages between sustainable development goals , to promote integrated actions that can create co - benefits and meet multiple objectives in a coherent way . these programmes and actions shall be based on an analysis of risks and vulnerabilities , including the understanding of different forms of discrimination , multiple discrimination , and their impacts on specific groups including women and youth , integrate a resilient preventive approach and be conflict sensitive . they shall be guided by the principle of leaving no one behind .


### –human rights and democracy eur 1 500 million , ### –human rights and democracy at least eur 1 500 million ,


### reflecting the importance of tackling climate change in line with the union commitments to implement the paris agreement and the united nations sustainable development goals , this regulation should contribute to mainstream climate action in the union policies and to the achievement of an overall target of 25 % of the union budget expenditures supporting climate objectives . actions under this regulation are expected to contribute 25% of its overall financial envelope to climate objectives . relevant actions will be identified during the implementation of this regulation , and the overall contribution from this regulation should be part of relevant evaluations and review processes . ### reflecting the importance of tackling climate change , protecting the environment and fighting biodiversity losses , in line with the union commitments to implement the paris agreement , the convention on biological diversity and the united nations sustainable development goals , this regulation should contribute to mainstream climate and environmental action in the union policies and to the achievement of an overall target of 50 % of the union budget expenditures supporting climate objectives . actions under this regulation are expected to contribute 50 % of its overall financial envelope to climate and environment related objectives . this includes a target of 10% dedicated to biodiversity . relevant actions will be identified during the implementation of this regulation . the overall contribution from this regulation should be part of relevant evaluations and review processes . union action in this area should favour the adherence to the paris agreement and to the rio conventions . actions and measures contributing to meeting the target on climate and environment shall take into consideration the relation between climate , peace and security , women’s empowerment and the fight against poverty .


### reflecting the importance of tackling climate change in line with the union commitments to implement the paris agreement and the united nations sustainable development goals , this regulation should contribute to mainstream climate action in the union policies and to the achievement of an overall target of 25 % of the union budget expenditures supporting climate objectives . actions under this regulation are expected to contribute 25% of its overall financial envelope to climate objectives . relevant actions will be identified during the implementation of this regulation , and the overall contribution from this regulation should be part of relevant evaluations and review processes . ### reflecting the importance of tackling climate change , protecting the environment and fight nature loss , in line with the union commitments to implement the paris agreement , the convention on biological diversity and the united nations sustainable development goals , this regulation should contribute to mainstream climate and environmental action in the union policies and to the achievement of an overall target of 50 % of the union budget expenditures supporting climate and environment objectives . actions under this regulation are expected to contribute 50% of its overall financial envelope to climate and environment related objectives and support actions with clear and identifiable co - benefits across sectors . relevant actions will be identified during the implementation of this regulation , and the overall contribution from this regulation should be part of relevant evaluations and review processes . as a general principle , all union action and expenditure should be consistent with the objectives of the paris agreement and not contribute to environmental degradation . special emphasis should be put on support for adaptation to climate change in poor , highly vulnerable countries . financing of climate action through this regulation will contribute to the honouring of the developed countries’ commitment to mobilise usd 100 billion per year from 2020 to address the needs of developing countries .


### enhancing efforts for the adoption of policies and appropriate investment to promote women and young people’s rights , to facilitate their engagement in social , civic and economic life , and to ensure their full contribution to inclusive growth and sustainable development ; ### enhancing efforts for the adoption of policies and appropriate investment to promote , protect and fulfil women , and young people and children’s rights , to facilitate their engagement and meaningful participation in social , civic and economic life , and to ensure their full contribution to inclusive growth and sustainable development ;


### promoting joint global efforts for inclusive and equitable quality education and training at all levels , including in emergency and crisis situations ; ### promoting joint global efforts for inclusive and equitable quality education and training at all levels , including early childhood development , with a focus on emergency and crisis situations and with a particular priority on strengthening public education systems ;


### where a consensus exists between the partner country concerned and the union that military actors are key for preserving , establishing or re - establishing the conditions essential for sustainable development , including in crises and fragile or destabilised contexts and situations . ### where a consensus exists between the partner country concerned and the union that military actors are key for preserving , establishing or re - establishing the conditions essential for sustainable development , and that those military actors are not implicated in human rights violations or pose a threat to the functioning of state institutions , including in crises and fragile or destabilised contexts and situations .