### europol shall take all appropriate measures to enable eurojust and olaf , within their respective mandates , to have indirect access on the basis of a hit / no hit system to information provided for the purposes under article 24 , without prejudice to any restrictions indicated by the providing member states , union bodies and third countries or international organisations , in accordance with article 25 . in case of a hit , europol shall initiate the procedure by which the information that generated the hit may be shared , in accordance with the decision of the member state , union body , third country or international organisation that provided the information to europol . ### europol shall take all appropriate measures to enable eurojust and olaf , within their respective mandates , to have indirect access on the basis of a hit / no hit system to information provided for a specific purpose under article 24 , without prejudice to any restrictions indicated by the providing member states , union bodies and third countries or international organisations , in accordance with article 25 . in case of a hit , europol shall initiate the procedure by which the information that generated the hit may be shared , in accordance with the decision of the member state , union body , third country or international organisation that provided the information to europol .


### europol may receive and process personal data from entities referred to in paragraph 1 except from private parties , in so far as necessary for the performance of its tasks and subject to the provisions of this chapter . ### europol may receive and process personal data from entities referred to in paragraph 1 except from private parties , in so far as strictly necessary and proportionate for the legitimate performance of its tasks and subject to the provisions of this chapter .


### onward transfers of personal data by member states , union bodies , third countries and international organizations shall be prohibited unless europol has given its explicit consent . ### onward transfers of personal data by member states , union bodies , third countries and international organizations shall be prohibited unless europol has given its explicit consent and the recipient abides by the strict purpose limitation .


### the executive director shall inform the management board and the european data protection supervisor of cases where he / she applied paragraph 2 . ### the executive director shall inform without delay the management board and the european data protection supervisor of cases where he / she applied paragraph 2 .


### processing of personal data , by automated or other means , revealing racial or ethnic origin , political opinions , religion or beliefs , trade - union membership and of data concerning health or sex life shall be prohibited , unless it is strictly necessary for preventing or combating crime that falls under europol ' s objectives and if those data supplement other personal data already processed by europol . ### processing of personal data , by automated or other means , revealing racial , ethnic or social origin , political opinions , religion or beliefs , trade - union membership and of data concerning health or sex life shall be prohibited , unless it is strictly necessary and duly justified for preventing or combating crime that falls under europol ' s objectives and if those data supplement other personal data already processed by europol .


### no decision which produces legal effects concerning a data subject shall be based solely on automated processing of data referred to in paragraph 2 , unless the decision is expressly authorised pursuant to national or union legislation or , if necessary , by the european data protection supervisor . ### no decision which produces legal effects or otherwise significantly concerns a data subject shall be based on automated processing of data referred to in paragraph 2 , unless the decision is expressly authorised pursuant to national or union legislation .


### personal data referred to in paragraphs 1 and 2 shall not be transmitted to member states , union bodies , third countries or international organisations unless strictly necessary in individual cases concerning crime that falls under europol ' s objectives . ### personal data referred to in paragraphs 1 and 2 shall not be transmitted to member states , union bodies , third countries or international organisations unless strictly necessary and duly justified in individual cases concerning crime that falls under europol ' s objectives . such transmission shall be in accordance with the provisions laid down in chapter vi of this regulation .


### personal data processed by europol shall be stored by europol only as long as necessary for the achievement of its objectives . ### personal data processed by europol shall be stored by europol only as long as strictly necessary for the purposes for which the data are processed .


### any data subject shall have the right , at reasonable intervals , to obtain information on whether personal data relating to him / her are processed by europol . where such personal data are being processed , europol shall provide the following information to the data subject : ### any data subject shall have the right , at reasonable intervals , to obtain information on whether personal data relating to him / her are processed by europol . where such personal data are being processed , europol shall provide at least the following information to the data subject :


### information at least as to the purposes of the processing operation , the categories of data concerned , and the recipients to whom the data are disclosed ; ### information at least as to the purposes of the processing operation , the categories of data concerned , the period for which the data will be stored , and the recipients to whom the data are disclosed ;


### the responsibility for the quality of personal data as referred to in article 34 shall lie with the member state which provided the personal data to europol and with europol for personal data provided by union bodies , third countries or international organisations , as well for personal data retrieved by europol from publicly - available sources . ### the responsibility for the quality of personal data as referred to in article 34 shall lie with the member state which provided the personal data to europol and with europol for personal data provided by union bodies , third countries or international organisations , as well for personal data retrieved by europol from publicly - available sources . union bodies shall be responsible for the quality of the data until and including the moment of the transfer .


### the european data protection supervisor shall deliver his / her opinion within two months following receipt of the notification . this period may be suspended until the european data protection supervisor has obtained any further information that he / she may have requested . when the complexity of the matter so requires , this period may also be extended for a further two months , by decision of the european data protection supervisor . this decision shall be notified to europol prior to expiry of the initial two - month period . ### the european data protection supervisor shall deliver his / her opinion within two months following receipt of the notification . this period may be suspended at any time until the european data protection supervisor has obtained any further information that he / she may have requested . when the complexity of the matter so requires , this period may also be extended for a further two months , by decision of the european data protection supervisor . no more than two extensions shall be possible . this decision shall be notified to europol prior to expiry of the initial two - month period .


### where a complaint relates to a decision as referred to in article 39 or 40 , the european data protection supervisor shall consult the national supervisory bodies or the competent judicial body in the member state that was the source of the data or the member state directly concerned . the decision of the european data protection supervisor , which may extend to a refusal to communicate any information , shall be taken in close cooperation with the national supervisory body or competent judicial body . ### where a complaint relates to a decision as referred to in article 39 or 40 , the joint supervisory body shall consult the national supervisory bodies or the competent judicial body in the member state that was the source of the data or the member state directly concerned . the decision of the joint supervisory body , which may extend to a refusal to communicate any information , shall be taken in close cooperation with the national supervisory body or competent judicial body .


### the executive director shall be appointed by the management board , from a list of candidates proposed by the commission , following an open and transparent selection procedure . ### the executive director shall be appointed by the management board , in agreement with the parliamentary scrutiny unit , from a list of candidates proposed by the commission , following an open and transparent selection procedure .


### before appointment , the candidate selected by the management board may be invited to make a statement before the competent committee of the european parliament and to answer questions put by its members . ### before appointment , the candidate selected by the management board may be invited to make a statement before the competent committee of the european parliament and the parliamentary scrutiny unit and to answer questions put by its members .


### the management board , acting on a proposal from the commission that takes into account the assessment referred to in paragraph 3 , may extend the term of office of the executive director once , for no more than five years . ### the management board , in agreement with the parliamentary scrutiny unit and acting on a proposal from the commission that takes into account the assessment referred to in paragraph 3 , may extend the term of office of the executive director once , for no more than five years .


### the executive director may be removed from office only upon a decision of the management board acting on a proposal from the commission . ### the executive director may be removed from office only upon a decision of the parliamentary scrutiny unit or of the management board acting on a proposal from the commission .


### the scope of the emff should cover the support of the cfp which extends to conservation , management and exploitation of marine biological resources , fresh water biological resources and - aquaculture , as well as to the processing and marketing of fishery and aquaculture products , where such activities take place on the territory of member states , or in union waters , including by fishing vessels flying the flag of , and registered in , third countries , or by union fishing vessels , or by nationals of member states , without prejudice to the primary responsibility of the flag state , bearing in mind the provisions of article 117 of the united nations convention on the law of the sea . ### the scope of the emff should cover the support of the cfp which extends to conservation , management and exploitation of marine biological resources , fresh water biological resources and aquaculture , as well as to the processing and marketing of fishery and aquaculture products , where such activities take place on the territory of member states , or in union waters , or by union fishing vessels , or by nationals of member states , without prejudice to the primary responsibility of the flag state , bearing in mind the provisions of article 117 of the united nations convention on the law of the sea .


### the overall objective of the common fisheries policy is to ensure that fishing and aquaculture activities contribute to long - term sustainable environmental conditions which are necessary for economic and social development . it should contribute moreover to increased productivity , a fair standard of living for the fisheries sector , stable markets , ensure the availability of resources and that supplies reach consumers at reasonable prices . ### the overall objective of the common fisheries policy is to ensure that fishing and aquaculture activities contribute to long - term sustainable environmental conditions and to the economic and social development of the sector , which are necessary for economic and social development . it should contribute moreover to increased productivity , a fair standard of living for the fisheries sector , stable markets , ensure the availability of resources and that supplies reach consumers at reasonable prices .


### conscious of the weak presence of small scale coastal fishermen in the social dialogue , the emff should support organisations promoting this dialogue in the appropriate fora . ### conscious of the growing need for the presence of small scale coastal fishermen and representatives of other types of fisheries in the social dialogue , the emff should support organisations promoting this dialogue in the appropriate fora .


### by way of technical assistance the emff should provide preparatory , administrative and technical support as well as support for information measures , networking , evaluations , audits , studies and exchanges of experience in order to facilitate the implementation of the operational programme and to promote innovative approaches and practices for simple and transparent implementation . technical assistance should also include the setting up of a european network of fisheries local action groups aiming at capacity building , disseminating information , exchanging experience and supporting cooperation between the local partnerships . ### by way of technical assistance the emff should provide preparatory , administrative and technical support as well as support for information measures , networking , evaluations , audits , studies and exchanges of experience in order to facilitate the implementation of the operational programme and to promote innovative approaches and practices for simple and transparent implementation , including measures to benefit fisheries operators and organisations . . technical assistance should also include the setting up of a european network of fisheries local action groups aiming at capacity building , disseminating information , exchanging experience and supporting cooperation between the local partnerships .


### in order to stimulate innovation in fisheries , the emff may support projects aiming at developing or introducing new or substantially improved products compared to the state of art , new or improved processes , new or improved management and organisation systems . ### in order to stimulate innovation in fisheries , the emff may support projects aiming at : – developing or introducing new or substantially improved products compared to the state of art , new or improved processes , new or improved management and organisation systems ; – encourage the dissemination and economic and commercial exploitation of the results of research and innovation .


### the support referred to in paragraph 1 shall only be granted to public authorities . ### the support referred to in paragraph 1 shall only be granted to public authorities , legal or natural persons , fishing organisations or recognised producer organisations involved in implementing conservation measures under the cfp .


### each member state concerned shall determine for the regions referred to in paragraph 1 the list of fishery and aquaculture products and the quantity of those products eligible for the compensation . ### each member state concerned shall determine , in consultation with the elected public authorities responsible and the regional fisheries management organisations , for the regions referred to in paragraph 1 the list of fishery and aquaculture products and the quantity of those products eligible for the compensation .


### the rights inherent to citizenship of the union are incorporated in the charter of fundamental rights of the european union . according to the charter ' s preamble , the union ' places the individual at the heart of its activities , by establishing a citizenship of the union and by creating an area of freedom , security and justice ' . chapter v of the charter sets down ' citizens ' rights ' , including , in its article 45 , the right of every citizen of the union to move and reside freely within the territory of the member states . ### the rights inherent to citizenship of the union are incorporated in the charter of fundamental rights of the european union . according to the charter ' s preamble , the union ' places the individual at the heart of its activities , by establishing a citizenship of the union and by creating an area of freedom , security and justice ' . chapter v of the charter sets down ' citizens ' rights ' , including , in its article 45 , the right of every citizen of the union to move and reside freely within the territory of the member states and , in its article 41 , the right to write to the institutions of the union in one of the languages of the treaties and to receive an answer in the same language .


### awareness of the electoral rights guaranteed to union citizens is of primary importance in this respect . union citizens should be fully aware of their right to vote and stand as candidates in the municipal and european parliament elections in their member state of residence . at the same time , political participation can contribute to the integration of union citizens into the society of their chosen member states of residence . ### awareness of the electoral rights guaranteed to union citizens is of primary importance in this respect . union citizens should be fully aware of their right to vote and stand as candidates in the municipal and european parliament elections in their member state of residence . from childhood on , they should learn about the history of europe and its peoples and about the european institutions , to enable them to play a full role in european participatory processes . at the same time , political participation can contribute to the integration of union citizens into the society of their chosen member states of residence . we should also be guided by the example of those member states which give the right to vote to young people from the age of 16 and to third - country nationals living within their borders .


### a european year of citizens in 2013 will provide a very timely opportunity to raise the awareness of the general public about the rights attached to union citizenship and thus to contribute to the objective of facilitating the exercise of the right to free movement . ### a european year of citizens in 2013 will provide a very timely opportunity to raise the awareness of the general public about the rights attached to union citizenship and thus to contribute to the objective of facilitating the exercise of the right to free movement , in particular by ensuring the participation of representatives of civil society . special efforts should be made to involve those representing young people , students , teachers , cultural workers and the media , given the broad sections of the public to which they have access .


### union funding for other activities than those funded under the budget of the european year may be given through existing union programmes or the structural funds , in particular the ' europe for citizens ' programme and the ' fundamental rights and citizenship ' programme , ### activities other than those funded under the budget of the european year which contribute to the achievement of its objectives and are funded under existing union programmes or the structural funds , such as the europe for citizens , fundamental rights and citizenship , lifelong learning , youth in action , culture and media programmes , should be further developed in parallel with the european year .


### the general purpose of the european year shall be to enhance awareness of the rights attached to union citizenship , in order to help citizens make full use of their right to move and reside freely within the territory of the member states . in this context , the european year shall focus , among others , on the opportunities for civic participation and access to rights by union citizens residing in another member state than their own , by students , workers , consumers , and providers of goods and services across the union . ### the general purpose of the european year shall be to develop , and promote greater public understanding of , the concept of european citizenship in all its various aspects , including its cultural and educational aspects , with the aim of enabling citizens to exercise all their rights and participate fully in the democratic life of the member states and the union . in this context , the european year shall focus , among others , on the opportunities for civic participation , access to rights , exchanges and mobility available to all union citizens , including in particular students , workers , consumers , and providers of goods and services , whatever the member state in which they live .


### to stimulate a debate about the impact and potential of the right to free movement , as an inalienable aspect of union citizenship , in particular in terms of strengthening societal cohesion and mutual understanding between union citizens and the bond between citizens and the union . ### - to stimulate a debate about the impact and potential of the right to free movement as an inalienable aspect of union citizenship , but also to create greater awareness of the remaining obstacles to the exercise of that right , with particular regard to its potential in terms of strengthening societal cohesion , cultural diversity and mutual understanding and respect between all those who live in the union .


### – information , education and awareness raising campaigns targeted at the general public and more specific audiences ; ### - information , education and awareness raising campaigns targeted at the general public and more specific audiences , in collaboration with local , regional and national authorities and civil society associations and organisations , particularly those operating at european level ,


### – exchange of information , sharing of experience and good practices of national , regional , local administrations and other organisations ; ### - exchange of information , sharing of experience and good practices of national , regional and local administrations and other organisations , including civil society associations and organisations ;


### – conferences and events to promote debate and raise awareness of the importance and benefits of the right to free movement and residence and more generally citizens ' rights as union citizens ; ### conferences and events – in association with representatives of civil society , and open to the widest possible cross - section of the public – to promote debate and raise public awareness of european history and integration , union policies and their impact on everyday life , the benefits of the right to free movement and residence , opportunities for exchanges , particularly in the cultural and educational field and , more generally , the rights of citizens living in the union ,


### – use of the existing multilingual participatory tools to stimulate citizens ' contributions in giving tangible effect to their rights and more generally in achieving the objectives of the european year ; ### - use of the existing multilingual participatory tools to help citizens to understand their rights and be able to exercise them , in accordance with the objectives of the european year , ,


### the commission shall convene meetings of representatives of european organisations or bodies active in the field of defending citizens ' rights and stakeholders to assist the commission in implementing the european year at union level . ### the commission shall convene meetings of representatives of european organisations , civil society associations or bodies active in the fields of citizenship and defending citizens ' rights , education and culture , and stakeholders , to assist the commission in implementing the european year at union level .


### article 20 of the treaty provides for citizenship of the union as additional to national citizenship of the respective member states , stipulating that every person holding the nationality of a member state shall be a citizen of the union . the second paragraph of article 20 specifies that citizens of the union shall enjoy the rights and be subject to the duties provided for in the treaties , and that they shall have , inter alia , the right to move and reside freely within the territory of the member states . the right of union citizens to free movement and residence is further enshrined in article 21 of the treaty . ### article 20 of the treaty provides for citizenship of the union as additional to , and not a replacement of , national citizenship of the respective member states , stipulating that every person holding the nationality of a member state shall be a citizen of the union . the second paragraph of article 20 specifies that citizens of the union shall enjoy the rights and be subject to the duties provided for in the treaties , and that they shall have , inter alia , the right to move and reside freely within the territory of the member states . the right of union citizens to free movement and residence is further enshrined in article 21 of the treaty .


### the rights inherent to citizenship of the union are incorporated in the charter of fundamental rights of the european union . according to the charter ' s preamble , the union ' places the individual at the heart of its activities , by establishing a citizenship of the union and by creating an area of freedom , security and justice ' . chapter v of the charter sets down ' citizens ' rights ' , including , in its article 45 , the right of every citizen of the union to move and reside freely within the territory of the member states . ### the rights inherent to citizenship of the union are incorporated in the charter of fundamental rights of the european union . according to the charter ' s preamble , the union ' is founded on the indivisible , universal values of human dignity , freedom , equality and solidarity ' and ' places the individual at the heart of its activities , by establishing the citizenship of the union and by creating an area of freedom , security and justice ' . chapter v of the charter sets down ' citizens ' rights ' , including , in its article 45 , the right of every citizen of the union to move and reside freely within the territory of the member states . those rights should be guaranteed in all member states and for all citizens without discrimination of any kind on grounds of gender , race , age , disability or professional qualifications and may be granted , in accordance with the treaties , to nationals of third countries legally resident in the territory of a member state .


### the rights inherent to citizenship of the union are incorporated in the charter of fundamental rights of the european union . according to the charter ' s preamble , the union ' places the individual at the heart of its activities , by establishing a citizenship of the union and by creating an area of freedom , security and justice ' . chapter v of the charter sets down ' citizens ' rights ' , including , in its article 45 , the right of every citizen of the union to move and reside freely within the territory of the member states . ### the rights inherent to citizenship of the union are incorporated in the charter of fundamental rights of the european union . according to the charter ' s preamble , the union ' places the individual at the heart of its activities , by establishing a citizenship of the union and by creating an area of freedom , security and justice ' . title v of the charter sets down ' citizens ' rights ' , notably , in its article 45 , the right of every citizen of the union to move and reside freely within the territory of the member states . citizenship of the union is not however limited to the right to vote and to stand as a candidate at municipal and european elections , or to freedom of movement and residence , which are basic rights and freedoms , but also implies the capacity of all those living within the territory of the union to be able to exercise all the political , civil , economic , cultural and social rights and fundamental freedoms recognised by international documents because they enable effective , active , direct or indirect participation in decision - making processes .


### in its ' resolution of 15 december on the situation of fundamental rights in the european union - effective implementation after the entry into force of the treaty of lisbon ' the european parliament called on the commission to devote the 2013 european year to citizenship in order to give momentum to the debate on union citizenship and inform union citizens of their rights , in particular the new rights resulting from the entry into force of the treaty of lisbon . ### in its resolution of 15 december 2010 on the situation of fundamental rights in the european union - effective implementation after the entry into force of the treaty of lisbon , the european parliament called on the commission to devote the 2013 european year to citizenship in order to give momentum to the debate on union citizenship and inform union citizens of their new rights and freedoms , in particular the new rights resulting from the entry into force of the treaty of lisbon , such as the ' european citizens ' initiative ' and the individual rights laid down in the charter .


### in particular , free movement and workers ' mobility help addressing the consequences of demographic change on the labour market , while also increasing the employability of people and improving the competitiveness of european industries . at the same time , free movement either enables , as an essential condition , or stimulates the exercise by citizens of a broad range of rights available to them under union law , such as their rights as consumers to access goods and services or their rights as passengers and tourists . facilitating free movement has therefore the potential to enhance citizens ' possibilities to fully benefit from the single market , whilst being a key driver for growth . ### in particular , free movement and workers ' mobility help addressing the consequences of demographic change on the labour market , while also increasing the employability of people , improving the competitiveness of european industries , and , in the long term , supporting research and innovation in the union . at the same time , free movement either enables , as an essential condition , or stimulates the exercise by citizens of a broad range of rights available to them under union law , such as their rights as consumers to access goods and services or their rights as passengers and tourists . facilitating free movement has therefore the potential to enhance citizens ' possibilities to fully benefit from the single market , whilst being a key driver for growth . moreover , it is socially and culturally enriching and helps people to overcome language barriers .


### in particular , free movement and workers ' mobility help addressing the consequences of demographic change on the labour market , while also increasing the employability of people and improving the competitiveness of european industries . at the same time , free movement either enables , as an essential condition , or stimulates the exercise by citizens of a broad range of rights available to them under union law , such as their rights as consumers to access goods and services or their rights as passengers and tourists . facilitating free movement has therefore the potential to enhance citizens ' possibilities to fully benefit from the single market , whilst being a key driver for growth . ### in particular , free movement and workers ' mobility have helped mitigate somewhat the consequences of industrial change , of new work patterns and of demographic change on the labour market . at the same time , free movement either enables , as an essential condition , or stimulates the exercise by citizens of a broad range of rights available to them under union law , such as their rights as consumers to access goods and services , their rights as passengers and tourists , such as free movement without any discrimination based on nationality between workers of the member states as regards employment , remuneration and other conditions of work and employment , ensuring that migrant citizens receive equal treatment and are not used as a cheap labour force . facilitating free movement has the potential to enhance citizens ' possibilities to fully benefit from the internal market , but labour mobility should be combined with the safeguarding of workers ' social security and trade union rights and not be interpreted by some employers as an opportunity to reduce wages , cut back on social security or , in general , to downgrade working conditions .


### the right to move and reside freely within the territory of the member states is highly valued by union citizens as a core individual right deriving from union citizenship . as such , it demonstrates and promotes a better understanding of the value of european integration , as well as citizens ' participation in shaping the european union . when extending aspects of their lives beyond national borders by travelling to other member states or settling there , citizens become aware and take advantage of the broad array of rights granted to them under union law in cross - border situations . exercising the right to free movement and residence therefore contributes to making union citizenship a tangible reality in the daily life of citizens . ### the right to move and reside freely within the territory of the member states is highly valued by union citizens as a core individual right deriving from union citizenship . as such , it demonstrates and promotes a better understanding of the value of european integration , as well as citizens ' participation in shaping the european union . when extending aspects of their lives beyond national borders by travelling to other member states or settling there , citizens become aware and take advantage of the broad array of rights granted to them under union law in cross - border situations . to enable people to exercise those rights , however , more information points – with associated , transparent and easily accessible websites – should be established , in particular in border regions . exercising the right to free movement and residence therefore contributes to making union citizenship a tangible reality in the daily life of citizens .


### the right to move and reside freely within the territory of the member states is highly valued by union citizens as a core individual right deriving from union citizenship . as such , it demonstrates and promotes a better understanding of the value of european integration , as well as citizens ' participation in shaping the european union . when extending aspects of their lives beyond national borders by travelling to other member states or settling there , citizens become aware and take advantage of the broad array of rights granted to them under union law in cross - border situations . exercising the right to free movement and residence therefore contributes to making union citizenship a tangible reality in the daily life of citizens . ### the right to move , reside , work and study freely within the territory of the member states , without any kind of discrimination , is highly valued by union citizens as a core individual right , a fundamental freedom and as a personal upgrade at professional level deriving from union citizenship . as such , it demonstrates and promotes a better understanding of the positive aspects of european integration and inclusion , as well as citizens ' participation in shaping the european union . when extending aspects of their lives beyond national borders by travelling to other member states , working , studying or settling there , citizens become aware and take advantage of the broad array of rights granted to them under union law in cross - border situations . exercising the right to free movement and residence therefore contributes to making union citizenship a tangible reality in the daily life of citizens and to strengthening cohesion and togetherness .


### the right to move and reside freely within the territory of the member states is highly valued by union citizens as a core individual right deriving from union citizenship . as such , it demonstrates and promotes a better understanding of the value of european integration , as well as citizens ' participation in shaping the european union . when extending aspects of their lives beyond national borders by travelling to other member states or settling there , citizens become aware and take advantage of the broad array of rights granted to them under union law in cross - border situations . exercising the right to free movement and residence therefore contributes to making union citizenship a tangible reality in the daily life of citizens . ### the right to move and reside freely within the territory of the member states is highly valued by union citizens as a core individual right linked to union citizenship . as such , it demonstrates and promotes a better understanding of the value of european integration , as well as citizens ' participation in shaping the european union . when extending aspects of their lives beyond national borders by travelling to other member states or settling there , citizens become aware of the broad array of rights granted to them under union law in cross - border situations . exercising the right to free movement and residence , among other rights conferred upon union citizens , therefore contributes to making union citizenship a tangible reality in the daily life of citizens


### despite the fact that the right to free movement and residence is firmly anchored in primary union law and substantially developed in secondary law , a gap still remains between the applicable legal rules and the reality confronting citizens when they seek to exercise this right in practice . aside from an uncertainty over the advantages of being mobile , union citizens perceive too many practical obstacles with regard to living and working elsewhere in the union . ### despite the fact that the right to free movement and residence is firmly anchored in primary union law and substantially developed in secondary law and despite the union programmes aimed at promoting free movement of workers or job mobility , a gap still remains between the applicable legal rules and the reality confronting citizens when they seek to exercise this right in practice . aside from an uncertainty over the advantages of being mobile , union citizens perceive too many practical obstacles and often face difficulties relating to their nationality , their ethnic origin , their social and marital status , such as the rights of international couples , or citizenship , coordination of social security or access to public services , due to legal and administrative measures imposed by the some member states which are not in line with union rules , or are interpreted in a manner contrary to union law with regard to living and working elsewhere in the union , including lack of access to information regarding their rights and the procedures to be followed . the key objectives of this european year of citizens should be to improve the effective exercise of rights by citizens and remove practical obstacles .


### in the eu citizenship report 2010 ‘ dismantling the obstacles to eu citizens’ rights ‘ , the commission addressed the main obstacles which citizens still encounter in their daily lives when they seek to exercise their rights as union citizens , in particular in cross - border situations and outlined 25 concrete actions to remove these obstacles . one of the obstacles identified in this context was lack of information . the commission concluded , in the eu citizenship report 2010 , that union citizens are prevented from enjoying their rights because they lack awareness of them and announced its intention to step up the dissemination of information to union citizens about their rights , in particular about their right to free movement . ### in the eu citizenship report 2010 ‘ dismantling the obstacles to eu citizens’ rights ‘ , the commission addressed the main obstacles which citizens still encounter in their daily lives when they seek to exercise their rights as union citizens , in particular in cross - border situations and outlined 25 concrete actions to remove these obstacles . one of those obstacles was the lack of guarantees on the ground . another obstacle identified in this context was lack of information . the commission concluded , in the eu citizenship report 2010 , that union citizens are prevented from enjoying their rights because they lack awareness of them and announced its intention to step up the dissemination of information to union citizens about their rights , in particular about their right to free movement .


### in the eu citizenship report 2010 ‘ dismantling the obstacles to eu citizens ' rights’ , the commission addressed the main obstacles which citizens still encounter in their daily lives when they seek to exercise their rights as union citizens , in particular in cross - border situations and outlined 25 concrete actions to remove these obstacles . one of the obstacles identified in this context was lack of information . the commission concluded , in the eu citizenship report 2010 , that union citizens are prevented from enjoying their rights because they lack awareness of them and announced its intention to step up the dissemination of information to union citizens about their rights , in particular about their right to free movement . ### in the eu citizenship report 2010 ‘ dismantling the obstacles to eu citizens’ rights ‘ , the commission addressed the main obstacles which citizens still encounter in their daily lives when they seek to exercise their rights as union citizens , in particular in cross - border situations and outlined 25 concrete actions to remove these obstacles . one of the obstacles identified in this context was lack of information . the commission concluded , in the eu citizenship report 2010 , that union citizens are prevented from enjoying their rights because they lack awareness of them and announced its intention to step up the dissemination of information to union citizens about their rights , in particular about their right to move and reside freely anywhere in the eu . these awareness raising efforts must be carried out in cooperation with civil society organisations , particularly associations , the media and local and regional authorities , with full respect for the independence of these social stakeholders .


### given that the right to free movement significantly improves individuals ' lives , it is vital that information about the existence of this right and the conditions for exercising it is available as broadly as possible . as all union citizens are potential beneficiaries of this right , awareness raising efforts should be made across the union . ### given that the right to free movement can make mobility easier in many different ways , it is of key importance that information about the existence of this right and the conditions for exercising it is available as broadly as possible . it should therefore be easily accessible in all the official languages of the union and for people with disabilities . awareness raising efforts should be made across the union to ensure that all potential beneficiaries are informed about their rights .


### given that the right to free movement significantly improves individuals ' lives , it is vital that information about the existence of this right and the conditions for exercising it is available as broadly as possible . as all union citizens are potential beneficiaries of this right , awareness raising efforts should be made across the union . ### given that the right to free movement significantly improves individuals ' lives , it is vital that information about the existence of this right and the conditions for exercising it is available as broadly as possible . as all union citizens enjoy this right and may exercise it as they see fit , awareness raising efforts stressing the right to reside freely anywhere in the eu , to which it is most commonly linked , should be made across the union .


### however , to enable union citizens to make informed decisions about whether to exercise their right to free movement , it does not suffice to raise their awareness about the right to free movement itself ; it is essential that union citizens are also adequately informed about other rights available to them under union law in a cross - border context . this information will also enable them to fully enjoy these rights , if they decide to make use of their right to free movement . ### however , to enable union citizens to make informed decisions about whether to exercise their right to free movement , it does not suffice to raise their awareness about the right to free movement itself ; it is essential that union citizens are also adequately informed about other rights available to them under union law in a cross - border context . adequate information and increased awareness of the benefits of mobility could accordingly prove to be of vital importance in attempting to contain the brain drain from the union . this information will also enable them to fully enjoy these rights , if they decide to make use of their right to free movement .


### in particular , union citizens considering whether to make use of their right to free movement should be informed about their rights to acquire or preserve social security rights by virtue of the union rules on coordination of social security systems ; these rules ensure that they will not lose out on their social security rights when choosing to move within europe . they should further be informed about their right to obtain recognition of their professional qualifications and about the social and civic competences which form part of the european framework of ' key competences for lifelong learning ' and which can equip them to fully participate in civic life and empower them to exercise their rights under union law . ### in particular , union citizens considering whether to make use of their right to free movement should be proactively informed about their entitlement to be recruited under the same conditions , without any additional requirements , as nationals of the country in which they are seeking work . they should also be informed about their rights to acquire or preserve social security rights by virtue of the union rules on coordination of social security systems ; these rules ensure that they will not lose out on their social security rights or individually accumulated rights when choosing to move or work within europe . they should further be informed about their right to obtain recognition of their professional qualifications and about the social and civic competences which form part of the european framework of ‘ key competences for lifelong learning’ and which can equip them to fully participate in civic life and empower them to exercise their rights under union law . union law also entitles union citizens to freedom of movement without any discrimination based on nationality between workers of the member states as regards employment , remuneration and other conditions of work and employment , without their having to apply for a work permit , and as regards tax benefits . further , when a union citizen works in another member state , his or her family members have the right to stay and work in that country , regardless of their nationality . children of workers exercising the right to freedom of movement have the right to education . in order to achieve the objectives of better information and greater awareness it is necessary to mobilise all the organisations involved as well as the social partners .


### in particular , union citizens considering whether to make use of their right to free movement should be informed about their rights to acquire or preserve social security rights by virtue of the union rules on coordination of social security systems ; these rules ensure that they will not lose out on their social security rights when choosing to move within europe . they should further be informed about their right to obtain recognition of their professional qualifications and about the social and civic competences which form part of the european framework of ‘ key competences for lifelong learning’ and which can equip them to fully participate in civic life and empower them to exercise their rights under union law . ### in particular , union citizens considering whether to make use of their right to free movement should be informed about their rights to acquire or preserve social security rights , including those concerning cross - border healthcare , by virtue of the union rules on coordination of social security systems ; these rules ensure that they will not lose out on their social security rights when choosing to move within europe . they should further be informed about their right to obtain recognition of their professional qualifications and about the social and civic competences which form part of the european framework of ‘ key competences for lifelong learning’ and which can equip them to fully participate in civic life and empower them to exercise their rights under union law .


### awareness of the electoral rights guaranteed to union citizens is of primary importance in this respect . union citizens should be fully aware of their right to vote and stand as candidates in the municipal and european parliament elections in their member state of residence . at the same time , political participation can contribute to the integration of union citizens into the society of their chosen member states of residence . ### knowledge of the electoral rights guaranteed to union citizens is of primary importance in this respect . union citizens should be fully aware of their right to vote and stand as candidates in the municipal and european parliament elections in their member state of residence . at the same time , political participation can contribute to the integration of union citizens into the society of their chosen member states of residence . citizens should learn about the history of europe and its peoples and about eu institutions from as early an age as possible so as to be in a position to take a full and active part in european processes and the union’s political and democratic life .


### the year 2013 will be the 20th anniversary of the establishment of union citizenship by the treaty of maastricht , which entered into force on 1st november 1993 . the european year of citizens will be marked by the follow up to the eu citizenship report and of an action plan toward completing the removal of remaining obstacles standing in the way of citizens ' enjoyment of their rights as union citizens . this european year will give visibility to union citizenship and its concrete benefits for individuals , including by demonstrating the tangible impact of union policies in citizens ' lives , in particular in terms of removing obstacles to the enjoyment of their rights . ### the year 2013 will be the 20th anniversary of the establishment of union citizenship by the treaty of maastricht , which entered into force on 1 november 1993 . the european year of citizens will be marked by the follow up to the eu citizenship report and of an action plan toward completing the removal of remaining obstacles standing in the way of citizens ' enjoyment of their rights as union citizens . this european year will give visibility to union citizenship and its concrete benefits for individuals , including by demonstrating the tangible impact of union policies in citizens ' lives , in particular in terms of removing obstacles to the enjoyment of their rights and of sustaining open , transparent and regular dialogue with organised civil society , thus encouraging people to involve themselves in public life and decision making , while highlighting the core values that europe’s citizens share .


### the year 2013 will be the 20th anniversary of the establishment of union citizenship by the treaty of maastricht , which entered into force on 1st november 1993 . the european year of citizens will be marked by the follow up to the eu citizenship report and of an action plan toward completing the removal of remaining obstacles standing in the way of citizens ' enjoyment of their rights as union citizens . this european year will give visibility to union citizenship and its concrete benefits for individuals , including by demonstrating the tangible impact of union policies in citizens ' lives , in particular in terms of removing obstacles to the enjoyment of their rights . ### the year 2013 will be the 20th anniversary of the establishment of union citizenship by the treaty of maastricht , which entered into force on 1st november 1993 . the european year of citizens will be marked by the follow up to the eu citizenship report and of an action plan toward completing the removal of remaining obstacles standing in the way of citizens ' enjoyment of their rights as union citizens . this european year will give visibility to union citizenship and its concrete benefits for individuals , including by demonstrating the tangible impact of union policies in citizens ' lives , in particular in terms of removing obstacles to the enjoyment of their rights . the achievement of the internal market , as well as the active and correct implementation of union law in all areas involving the right to free movement , taking into account the social dimension and the effects on the labour market , are necessary for the enhancement of the mobility of union citizens .


### the primary responsibility for raising citizens ' awareness of their rights as union citizens rests with member states ; action at union level complements and supplements national actions in this respect , as highlighted in the political declaration ' communicating europe in partnership ' signed on 22 october 2008 by the european parliament , the council and the commission . ### the primary responsibility for raising citizens ' awareness of their rights as union citizens rests with the member states , which should carry out their obligations to the full and show they are aware of their responsibility for a shared union . this includes providing an intensive flow of accompanying information and targeted reporting on the activities of the union institutions . action at union level complements and supplements national actions in this respect , as highlighted in the political declaration ' communicating europe in partnership ' signed on 22 october 2008 by the european parliament , the council and the commission .


### – to raise union citizens ' awareness of their right to move and reside freely within the european union and more generally the rights guaranteed to union citizens in cross - border situations , including their right to participate in the democratic life of the union ; ### – to raise union citizens ' awareness of their right to move and reside , study and work freely within the european union and more generally the rights guaranteed to union citizens in cross - border situations , including their right to participate in democratic life and democratic opinion formation in the union ;


### – to raise union citizens ' awareness of how they can tangibly benefit from union rights and policies while living in another member state , and to stimulate their active participation in civic fora on union policies and issues ; ### – to raise union citizens ' awareness of how they can tangibly benefit from union rights and policies while living and working in another member state , of how they can effectively exercise their rights and to stimulate their active participation in civic fora on union policies , issues and political processes ;


### – exchange of information , sharing of experience and good practices of national , regional , local administrations and other organisations ; ### – exchange of information , sharing of experience and good practices of national , regional , local administrations and other organisations , including civil society associations and organisations ;


### the commission and the member states may identify other activities as contributing to objectives of the european year and allow the name of the european year to be used in promoting those activities insofar as they contribute to achieving the objectives set out in article 2 . ### the commission and the member states shall identify additional activities as contributing to objectives of the european year and allow the name of the european year to be used in promoting those activities insofar as they contribute to achieving the objectives set out in article 2 .


### the commission shall also cooperate closely with the european economic and social committee . ### the commission shall also cooperate closely with the european economic and social committee and the social partners .


### the commission shall convene meetings of representatives of european organisations or bodies active in the field of defending citizens ' rights and stakeholders to assist the commission in implementing the european year at union level . ### the commission shall convene meetings of representatives of european organisations , civil society associations or bodies active in the fields of citizenship and defending citizens ' rights , education and culture , and stakeholders , to assist the commission in implementing the european year at union level .


### the commission shall convene meetings of representatives of european organisations or bodies active in the field of defending citizens ' rights and stakeholders to assist the commission in implementing the european year at union level . ### the commission shall convene meetings of representatives of european organisations or bodies active in the field of defending citizens ' rights and stakeholders to assist the commission in implementing the european year at union level . to that end , the commission shall work closely with civil society organisations and citizens . the commission shall also work closely with organisations which are representative of specific audiences , such as disabled people , vulnerable groups , third - country nationals , roma people or citizens of candidate countries .


### solidarity among member states , clarity about the division of tasks , respect for fundamental rights and the rule of law as well as a strong focus on the global perspective and the inextricable link with external security should be key principles guiding the implementation of the internal security strategy . ### solidarity among member states , clarity about the division of tasks , respect for fundamental rights , the principles of international protection and the rule of law , the prevention of various forms of crime , this being which is particularly necessary in this period of crisis , given the upsurge in acts of racism and xenophobia and the resurgence of political extremism directed at foreigners , and the inextricable link with external security should be key principles guiding the implementation of the internal security strategy , which forms part of the area of freedom , security and justice .


### in the same vein , the scope of the actions and the ceiling for resources which remain available to the union should be increased to enhance the capacity of the union to carry out in a given budget year multiple activities on the management of external borders and the common visa policy in the interest of the union as a whole , when and insofar as the needs arise . such union actions include studies and pilot projects to further the policy and its application , measures or arrangements in third countries addressing migratory pressures from those countries in the interest of an optimal management of migration flows into the union and an efficient organisation of the related tasks at external borders and consulates . ### the scope of the actions and the ceiling for resources which remain available to the union should also be increased to enhance the capacity of the union to carry out in a given budget year multiple activities on the management of external borders and the common visa policy in the interest of the union as a whole , for example in terms of international cooperation . such union actions include studies and pilot projects to further union policy and its application , measures or arrangements in third countries seeking to encourage development in third countries .


### setting up and running it systems , their communication infrastructure and equipment supporting the management of migration flows across the external borders of the union ; ### setting up and running their communication infrastructure and it equipment supporting the management of migration flows across the external borders of the union , while ensuring strict respect for human rights and in particular eu personal data protection legislation ;


### ensure access for emergency response equipment such as fire - fighting equipment and vehicles , ambulances and cranes to all areas of the ship recycling facility ; ### ensure rapid access for emergency response equipment such as fire - fighting equipment and vehicles , ambulances and cranes to the ship and all areas of the recycling facility once work has commenced to recycle the ship ;


### which waste management process will be applied within the facility : incineration , landfilling or other waste treatment method and provide evidence that the applied process will be carried out without endangering human health , without harming the environment and , in particular : ### which waste treatment process will be applied within the facility : or other waste treatment method for each of the materials listed in annex i , and provide evidence that the applied process will be carried out in accordance with established best practices , global norms and laws , without endangering human health , without harming the environment and , in particular :


### proposal for a regulation of the european parliament and of the council on imports of rice originating in bangladesh ### proposal for a regulation of the european parliament and of the council on imports of rice originating in bangladesh and repealing council regulation no 3491 / 90


### in order to ensure the reliability and the efficiency of the preferential import arrangement , the power to adopt acts in accordance with article 290 of the treaty should be delegated to the commission to establish rules making the participation in the arrangement conditional upon the lodging of a security . it is of particular importance that the commission carry out appropriate consultations during its preparatory work , including at expert level . the commission , when preparing and drawing up delegated acts , should ensure a simultaneous , timely and appropriate transmission of relevant documents to the european parliament and to the council . ### in order to ensure the reliability and the efficiency of the preferential import arrangement , the power to adopt acts in accordance with article 290 of the treaty should be delegated to the commission to establish rules making the participation in the arrangement conditional upon the lodging of a security in line with commission regulation no 1964 / 2006 of 22 december 2006 laying down detailed rules for the opening and administration of an import quota for rice originating in bangladesh , pursuant to council regulation no 3491 / 901 . it is of particular importance that the commission carry out appropriate consultations during its preparatory work , including at expert level . the commission , when preparing and drawing up delegated acts , should ensure a simultaneous , timely and appropriate transmission of relevant documents to the european parliament and to the council . ______________ 1 oj l 408 , 30 . 12 . 2006 , p . 18


### in order to ensure uniform conditions for the implementation of this regulation , implementing powers should be conferred on the commission . those powers , save where explicitly provided otherwise , should be exercised in accordance with regulation no 182 / 2011 of the european parliament and the council of 16 february 2011 laying down the rules and general principles concerning mechanisms for control by member states of the commission ' s exercise of implementing powers . however , where the suspension of the preferential import arrangement becomes necessary , the commission should be allowed to adopt implementing acts without applying the regulation no 182 / 2011 . ### in order to ensure uniform conditions for the adoption of certain measures for the implementation of this regulation , implementing powers should be conferred on the commission . those powers , save where explicitly provided otherwise , should be exercised in accordance with regulation no 182 / 2011 of the european parliament and the council of 16 february 2011 laying down the rules and general principles concerning mechanisms for control by member states of the commission ' s exercise of implementing powers . however , where the suspension of the preferential import arrangement becomes necessary , the commission should adopt an implementing act without applying regulation no 182 / 2011 .


### to ensure the advantages of the preferential import arrangements are limited only to rice originating in bangladesh , a certificate of origin should be issued and an export tax of an amount corresponding to the reduction of the import duty should be collected by the exporting country . ### to ensure the advantages of the preferential import arrangements are limited only to rice originating in bangladesh , a certificate of origin should be issued . this regulation recognises the right of the exporting country to collect an export tax of an amount it deems appropriate .


### by means of an implementing act adopted without the assistance of the committee referred to in article 323 of regulation no xxxx / xxxx , the commission shall suspend the application of the preferential import arrangement provided for in paragraph 1 of this article once it ascertains that , during the year in progress , imports qualifying under the said arrangement have reached the quantity indicated in paragraph 2 . ### the commission shall adopt an implementing act suspending the application of the preferential import arrangement provided for in paragraph 1 of this article once it ascertains that , during the year in progress , imports qualifying under the said arrangement have reached the quantity indicated in paragraph 2 of this article . that implementing act shall be adopted without applying the procedure referred to in article 5a .


### the power to adopt delegated acts referred to in article 3 shall be conferred on the commission for an indeterminate period of time from the day of entry into force of this regulation . ### the power to adopt delegated acts referred to in article 3 shall be conferred on the commission for a period of five years from . . . * . the commission shall draw up a report in respect of the delegation of power not later than nine months before the end of the five - year period . the delegation of power shall be tacitly extended for periods of an identical duration , unless the european parliament or the council opposes such extension not later than three months before the end of each period . ___________ * oj : please insert date of entry into force of this regulation .


### a delegated act adopted pursuant to article 3 shall enter into force only if no objection has been expressed either by the european parliament or the council within a period of two months of notification of that act to the european parliament and the council or if , before the expiry of that period , the european parliament and the council have both informed the commission that they will not object . that period shall be extended by two months at the initiative of the european parliament or of the council . ### a delegated act adopted pursuant to article 3 shall enter into force only if no objection has been expressed either by the european parliament or the council within a period of two months of notification of that act to the european parliament and the council or if , before the expiry of that period , the european parliament and the council have both informed the commission that they will not object . that period shall be extended by four months at the initiative of the european parliament or of the council .


### in the event of a significant decline of average market prices for eels used for restocking , as compared to those of eels used for other purposes , the member state concerned shall inform the commission . the commission , by means of delegated acts adopted in accordance with article 12a and in order to address the situation , may temporarily reduce the percentages of eels used for restocking as referred to in paragraph 2 . 7 . the commission shall , not later than 31 december 2012 , report to the european parliament and the council and evaluate the measures concerning restocking including the evolution of market prices . ### in the event of a significant decline of average market prices for eels used for restocking , as compared to those of eels used for other purposes , the member state concerned shall inform the commission . the commission , by means of delegated acts adopted in accordance with article 12a and in order to address the situation , may temporarily reduce the percentages of eels used for restocking as referred to in paragraph 2 where the eel management plan is in compliance with article 2 . 7 . the commission shall , not later than 31 december 2012 , report to the european parliament and the council and evaluate the measures concerning restocking including the evolution of market process . the commission shall , not later than 31 october 2013 , report to the european parliament and the council and evaluate the measures concerning restocking , taking into account the latest scientific advice on the conditions under which restocking is likely to contribute to the increase of the spawning stock biomass .


### there is a need to build upon the experience gained during the first decade of functioning of economic and monetary union . ### there is an urgent need to draw lessons from the difficult first decade after the establishment of the economic and monetary union and , in particular , from the persistent economic crisis , continuing , intolerably high levels of unemployment and , increasing divergences between member states in the euro zone , and from vulnerability to speculatory attacks of the union .


### fines collected in accordance with article 3 of this regulation shall constitute other revenue , as referred to in article 311 of the treaty , and shall be distributed , in proportion to their share in the total gross national income of the eligible member states , between member states whose currency is the euro and which are not the subject of an excessive imbalance procedure within the meaning of regulation no [ … / … ] and do not have an excessive deficit as determined in accordance with article 126 of the treaty . ### fines or interest gained in accordance with article 3 of this regulation shall constitute other revenue , as referred to in article 311 of the treaty , and shall be used in order to reach the union ' s investment and employment goals and , shall benefit , in particular , the poorest countries and regions in the union .


### macro - financial assistance should support the beneficiary countries ' commitments to common values with the union , including democracy , the rule of law , good governance , respect for human rights , sustainable development and poverty reduction , as well as to the principles of open , rules - based and fair trade . ### macro - financial assistance should support the beneficiary countries ' commitments to common values with the union , first and foremost , democracy , the rule of law , good governance , respect for human rights , sustainable development and poverty reduction , as well as to the principles of fair trade .


### in order to ensure uniform conditions for the implementation of this regulation , as regards the approval and management of macro - financial assistance operations in beneficiary countries , implementing powers should be conferred on the commission . those powers should be exercised in accordance with regulation 182 / 2011 of the european parliament and of the council laying down the rules and general principles concerning mechanisms for control by member states of the commission ' s exercise of implementing powers . ### in order to ensure democratic oversight of this regulation , as regards the approval and management of macro - financial assistance operations in beneficiary countries , the ordinary legislative procedure outlined in article 294 of the tfeu should be followed in relation to each proposal to grant mfa to a third country .


### the commission shall inform the european parliament and the council of developments in country - specific assistance and provide them with the relevant documents . ### the commission shall inform the european parliament and the council of developments in country - specific assistance and provide them with the relevant documents in due time .


### before 31 march each year , adopt the agency ' s annual activity report for the previous year and transmit it by 15 june at the latest to the european parliament , the council , the commission , the european economic and social committee and the court of auditors ; the annual activity report shall be published ; ### before 31 march each year , adopt the agency ' s annual activity report for the previous year and transmit it by 15 june at the latest to the european parliament , the council , the commission , the european data protection supervisor , the european economic and social committee and the court of auditors ; the annual activity report shall be published ;


### the members of the management board shall be appointed on the basis of their high level relevant experience and expertise in the field of large - scale it systems in the area of freedom , security and justice . ### the members of the management board shall be appointed on the basis of their high level relevant experience and expertise in the field of large - scale it systems in the area of freedom , security and justice , and in the field of data protection .


### the evaluation shall assess the utility , relevance and effectiveness of the agency and its working practices . the evaluation shall take into account the views of stakeholders , at both european and national level . ### the evaluation shall assess the utility , relevance and effectiveness of the agency and its working practices . it shall also assess the protection of data , data security and respect for fundamental rights . the evaluation shall take into account the views of stakeholders , including parliaments and data protection supervisors , at both european and national level .


### this regulation lays down , for the entire duration of the life programme , a financial envelope of €3 , 618 million constituting the prime reference , within the meaning of point 17 of the commission proposal for an interinstitutional agreement of 29 june 2011 between the european parliament , the council and the commission on cooperation in budgetary matters and on sound financial management , for the budgetary authority during the annual budgetary procedure . ### the life programme ' s financial envelope should correspond to at least 1% of the union ' s general budget . this regulation thus lays down , for the entire duration of the life programme , a financial envelope equivalent to 1% of the multiannual financial framework 2014 - 2020 , i . e . € [ . . . ] , constituting the prime reference , within the meaning of point 17 of the commission proposal for an interinstitutional agreement of 29 june 2011 between the european parliament , the council and the commission on cooperation in budgetary matters and on sound financial management , for the budgetary authority during the annual budgetary procedure .


### no later than 30 september 2017 , an external mid - term evaluation report of the life programme , including qualitative and quantitative aspects of its implementation , the amount of climate - related expenditure and biodiversity - related expenditure , and its complementarity with other relevant union programmes , the achievement of the objectives of all the measures , the efficiency of the use of resources and its european added value , in view of a decision on the renewal , modification or suspension of the measures . the evaluation shall additionally address the scope for simplification , its internal and external coherence , the continued relevance of all objectives , as well as the contribution of the measures to the union priorities of smart , sustainable and inclusive growth . it shall take into account evaluation results on the long - term impact of its predecessor . the report shall be accompanied by remarks by the commission including the manner in which the findings of the mid - term evaluation shall be taken into account when implementing the life programme , and , in particular , when drawing up the multiannual work programmes ; ### no later than 30 september 2017 , an external mid - term evaluation report of the life programme , including qualitative and quantitative aspects of its implementation , the amount of climate - related expenditure and biodiversity - related expenditure , and its complementarity with other relevant union programmes , the funding utilised by each member state and the respective percentage of the indicative national allocation for the whole of the programming period , the achievement of the objectives of all the measures , the efficiency of the use of resources and its european added value , in view of a decision on the renewal , modification or suspension of the measures . the evaluation shall additionally address the scope for simplification , its internal and external coherence , the continued relevance of all objectives , the impact and added value of the activities associated with the projects for the communities directly and indirectly involved , as well as the contribution of the measures to the union priorities of smart , sustainable and inclusive growth . it shall take into account evaluation results on the long - term impact of its predecessor . the report shall be accompanied by remarks by the commission including the manner in which the findings of the mid - term evaluation shall be taken into account when implementing the life programme , and , in particular , when drawing up the multiannual work programmes ;


### no later than 31 december 2023 , an external and independent ex - post evaluation report covering the implementation and results of the life programme and its sub - programmes , including the amount of climate related expenditure and biodiversity related expenditure , the extent to which the life programme as a whole , and each of its sub - programmes , has achieved its objectives , and the contribution of the life programme to achieving the europe 2020 strategy objectives and targets . ### no later than 31 december 2023 , an external and independent ex - post evaluation report covering the implementation and results of the life programme and its sub - programmes , including the amount of climate related expenditure and biodiversity related expenditure , the funding utilised by each member state and the respective percentage of the indicative national allocation for the whole of the programming period , the extent to which the life programme as a whole , and each of its sub - programmes , has achieved its objectives , and the contribution of the life programme to achieving the europe 2020 strategy objectives and targets .


### having regard to the treaty on the functioning of the european union , and in particular article 114 thereof , ### having regard to the treaty on the functioning of the european union , and in particular article 114 and 169 thereof ,


### article 169 and article 169 of the treaty on the functioning of the european union provide that the union is to contribute to the attainment of a high level of consumer protection through the measures adopted pursuant to article 114 thereof . article 38 of the charter of fundamental rights of the european union provides that union policies shall ensure a high level of consumer protection . ### article 169 and article 169 of the treaty on the functioning of the european union provide that the union is to contribute to the attainment of a high level of consumer protection through the measures adopted , inter alia through the measures adopted pursuant to article 114 thereof . article 38 of the charter of fundamental rights of the european union provides that union policies shall ensure a high level of consumer protection .


### member states should ensure that disputes covered by this directive can be submitted to an adr entity fulfilling the requirements set out in this directive . member states should have the possibility to fulfil this obligation by relying on existing adr entities and adjusting their scope of application , if needed , or by providing for the creation of new adr entities . this directive should not oblige member states to create a specific adr entity in each retail sector . member states should have the possibility to provide for the creation of a residual adr entity that deals with disputes for the resolution of which no specific entity is competent . ### member states should facilitate business and consumer organisations to set up adr entities or to adjust the scope of application of existing , well - functioning adr entities , complying with the quality criteria set out in this directive . this directive should not oblige member states to create a specific adr entity in each retail sector . member states should have the possibility to provide for the creation of a residual adr entity that deals with cross - border disputes for the resolution of which no specific entity is competent .


### this directive is to contribute to the functioning of the internal market and to the achievement of a high level of consumer protection by ensuring that disputes between consumers and traders can be submitted to entities offering impartial , transparent , effective and fair alternative dispute resolution procedures . ### this directive aims at contributing to the achievement of a high level of consumer protection in cross - border transactions and thus at contributing to the well - functioning of the internal market by promoting that in the case of cross - border transactions disputes can be submitted on a voluntary basis by consumers against traders to impartial and transparent adr entities offering fast , effective and fair alternative dispute resolution procedures . 2 . this directive does not prevent member states from adopting or maintaining rules that go beyond what is provided for in this directive .


### member states shall ensure that in adr procedures : ### member states shall ensure that in adr procedures followed by adr entities :


### member states shall ensure that in adr procedures which aim at resolving the dispute by suggesting a solution ### member states shall ensure that in adr procedures followed by adr entities which aim at resolving the dispute by suggesting a solution


### in these reports the commission shall also evaluate whether the scope of the projects of common interest continues to reflect political priorities , technological developments or the situation in the relevant markets . for major projects , these reports shall include an analysis of the environmental impact , taking into account climate change adaptation and mitigation needs , and disaster resilience . such a review may also be carried out at any other time when it is deemed appropriate . ### in these reports the commission shall also evaluate whether the scope of the projects of common interest continues to reflect political priorities , regional and social needs , technological developments or the situation in the relevant markets . for major projects , these reports shall include an analysis of the environmental impact , taking into account climate change adaptation and mitigation needs , and disaster resilience . such a review may also be carried out at any other time when it is deemed appropriate .


### this regulation determines the activities performed at union level for which fees are due , the amounts and the rules of payment of those fees and the level of remuneration of the rapporteurs . ### this regulation determines the pharmacovigilance activities performed at union level for which fees are due , the amounts and the rules of payment of those fees and the level of remuneration of the agency , the rapporteurs and the co - rapporteurs .


### any marketing authorisation holder claiming to be entitled to a reduced annual flat fee under article 7 shall make a declaration to that effect to the agency . the agency shall apply the reduction on the basis of that declaration where the required conditions are met . where the declaration is made by the marketing authorisation holder after the receipt of the invoice from the agency , the declaration shall be done within 30 calendars days from the receipt of that invoice . ### any marketing authorisation holder claiming to be entitled to a reduced annual flat fee under article 7 shall make a declaration to that effect to the agency . the agency shall apply the reduction on the basis of that declaration where the required conditions are met . where the declaration is made by the marketing authorisation holder after the receipt of the invoice from the agency , the declaration shall be done within 30 calendars days from the receipt of that invoice . for the purpose of this paragraph , the commission shall publish guidelines on how this declaration is to be formulated by the marketing authorisation holder .


### the executive director of the agency shall provide the commission and the management board annually with information on the components that may have a bearing on the costs to be covered by the fees provided for in this regulation . this information shall include a cost breakdown related to the previous year and a forecast for the following year . the executive director of the agency shall also provide the commission and the management board once per year with the performance information set out in part v of the annex based on the performance indicators referred to in paragraph 3 . ### the executive director of the agency shall provide in the annual report delivered to the european parliament , the council , the commission , the european economic and social committee , the court of auditors and the member states according to article 65 paragraph 10 of regulation no 726 / 2004 with information on the components that may have bearing on the costs to be covered by the fees provided for in this regulation . this information shall include a cost breakdown related to the previous year and a forecast for the following year . the agency shall also publish this overview in its public annual report . the executive director of the agency shall also provide the commission and the management board once per year with the performance information set out in part v of the annex based on the performance indicators .


### for the purposes of applying paragraph 1 , information shall be deemed to be of a precise nature if it indicates a set of circumstances which exists or may reasonably be expected to come into existence or an event which has occurred or may reasonably be expected to do so and if it is specific enough to enable a conclusion to be drawn as to the possible effect of that set of circumstances or event on the prices of the financial instruments , the related spot commodity contracts , or the auctioned products based on the emission allowances . ### for the purposes of applying paragraph 1 , information shall be deemed to be of a precise nature if it indicates a set of circumstances which exists or may reasonably be expected to come into existence or an event which has occurred or may reasonably be expected to do so and if it is specific enough to enable a conclusion to be drawn as to the possible effect of that set of circumstances or event on the prices of the financial instruments or the related spot commodity contracts .


### for the purposes of applying paragraph 1 , information which , if it were made public , would be likely to have a significant effect on the prices of the financial instruments , the related spot commodity contracts , or the auctioned products based on the emission allowances shall mean information a reasonable investor would be likely to use as part of the basis of his investment decisions . ### for the purposes of applying paragraph 1 , information which , if it were made public , would be likely to have a significant effect on the prices of the financial instruments or the related spot commodity contracts shall mean information a reasonable investor would be likely to use as part of the basis of his investment decisions .


### this directive establishes necessary measures in the field of prevention of and fight against fraud and other illegal activities affecting the union ' s financial interests by defining criminal offences and sanctions . ### this directive establishes necessary measures in the field of prevention of and fight against fraud and other illegal activities directly affecting the union ' s financial interests , with a view to affording effective and equivalent protection in the member states and in union institutions , bodies , offices and agencies .


### ' protection measure ' means any decision , whatever it may be called , of a preventive and temporary nature taken by an authority in a member state in accordance with its national law with a view to protecting a person when serious reasons exist to consider the person ' s physical and / or psychological integrity or liberty to be at risk . it shall include measures ordered without the person causing the risk being summoned to appear . ### ' protection measure ' means any decision , whatever it may be called , of a preventive and temporary nature taken by an authority in a member state in accordance with its national law with a view to protecting a person when serious reasons exist to consider the person ' s physical and / or psychological integrity or liberty to be at risk , including in cases of violence against women . it shall include measures ordered without the person causing the risk being summoned to appear .


### the european statistical programme for the period from 2013 to 2017 is hereby established . ### the european statistical programme for the period from 2013 to 2017 is hereby established . the programme is included in the annex .


### in order to implement the programme the commission shall adopt annual work programmes which shall satisfy the requirements laid down in article 17 of regulation no 223 / 2009 and shall set out the objectives pursued and the expected results . ### in order to implement the programme the commission shall adopt annual work programmes which shall satisfy the requirements laid down in article 17 of regulation no 223 / 2009 and shall set out the objectives pursued and the expected results . each annual programme shall be submitted to the european parliament .


### 1 economic and social performance ### economic and social performance and employment


### an increased offer of micro - data sets for statistical research purposes . ### an increased offer of micro - data sets for statistical research purposes and easier access to data for researchers .


### in view of ensuring equal treatment for all applicants and beneficiaries of international protection , as well as in order to ensure consistency with current union asylum acquis , in particular with council directive 2004 / 83 / ec of 29 april 2004 on minimum standards for the qualification and status of third country nationals or stateless persons as refugees or as persons who otherwise need international protection and the content of the protection granted1 and regulation no [ … / … ] [ establishing the criteria and mechanisms for determining the member state responsible for examining an application for international protection lodged in one of the member states by a third - country national or a stateless person ] , it is appropriate to extent the scope of this regulation to order to include applicants for subsidiary protection and persons enjoying subsidiary protection . ________________ 1 oj l 304 , 30 . 9 . 2004 , p . 12 . ### with a view of ensuring equal treatment for all applicants for and beneficiaries of international protection , as well as in order to ensure consistency with the current union asylum acquis , in particular with directive 2011 / 95 / eu of the european parliament and of the council of 13 december 2011 on standards for the qualification of third - country nationals or stateless persons as beneficiaries of international protection , for a uniform status for refugees and for persons eligible for subsidiary protection , and for the content of the protection granted1 and regulation no [ … / … ] [ establishing the criteria and mechanisms for determining the member state responsible for examining an application for international protection lodged in one of the member states by a third - country national or a stateless person ] , it is appropriate to extend the scope of this regulation in order to include applicants for subsidiary protection and persons enjoying subsidiary protection . ________________ 1 oj l 337 , 20 . 12 . 2011 , p . 9 .


### regulation no 45 / 2001 of the european parliament and of the council of 18 december 2000 on the protection of individuals with regard to the processing of personal data by the community institutions and bodies and on the free movement of such data and in particular articles 21 and 22 thereof concerning confidentiality and security of processing apply to the processing of personal data by union institutions , bodies , offices and agencies carried out in application of this regulation . however , certain points should be clarified in respect of the responsibility for the processing of data and of the supervision of data protection . ### regulation no 45 / 2001 of the european parliament and of the council of 18 december 2000 on the protection of individuals with regard to the processing of personal data by the community institutions and bodies and on the free movement of such data applies to the processing of personal data by the institutions and bodies of the union carried out pursuant to this regulation . however , certain points should be clarified in respect of the responsibility for the processing of data and of the supervision of data protection .


### it is necessary that member states are informed of the status of particular asylum procedures , with a view to facilitating the adequate application of regulation no [ … / … ] [ establishing the criteria and mechanisms for determining the member state responsible for examining an application for international protection lodged in one of the member states by a third - country national or a stateless person ] . ### it is necessary that member states be informed of the status of particular asylum procedures , with a view to facilitating the adequate application of regulation no [ … / … ] [ establishing the criteria and mechanisms for determining the member state responsible for examining an application for international protection lodged in one of the member states by a third - country national or a stateless person ] .


### this regulation respects and has to be applied in accordance with fundamental rights and observes the principles recognised in particular by the charter of fundamental rights of the european union . in particular , this regulation fully respects the individual’s right to protection of his or her personal data and the right to asylum . ### this regulation respects and has to be applied in accordance with fundamental rights and observes the principles recognised in particular by the charter of fundamental rights of the european union . in particular , this regulation seeks to ensure full respect for the protection of personal data and the right to seek asylum and to promote the application of articles 8 and 18 of the charter .


### ' person granted international protection ' means a third country national or a stateless person recognised as entitled to international protection as defined in point of article 2 of council directive 2004 / 83 / ec ; ### “person granted international protection” means a third country national or stateless person recognised as entitled to international protection as defined in point of article 2 of directive 2011 / 95 / eu ;


### each member state shall promptly take the fingerprints of all fingers of every third country national or stateless person of at least 14 years of age who is apprehended by the competent control authorities in connection with the irregular crossing by land , sea or air of the border of that member state having come from a third country and who is not turned back or who remains physically on the territory of the member states and who is not kept in custody , confinement or detention during the entirety of the period between apprehension and removal on the basis of the decision to turn them back . ### each member state shall , whilst fully respecting the safeguards laid down in the charter of fundamental rights of the european union , the european convention on human rights and the united nations convention on the rights of the child , promptly take the fingerprints of all fingers of every third country national or stateless person of at least 14 years of age who is apprehended by the competent control authorities in connection with the irregular crossing by land , sea or air of the border of that member state having come from a third country and who is not turned back .