### this regulation should provide the criteria for the establishment of the specific compositional and information requirements for infant formula , follow - on formula , processed cereal - based food and baby food , and food for special medical purposes , taking into account commission directive 2006 / 141 / ec , commission directive 2006 / 125 / ec and commission directive 1999 / 21 / ec . in order to adapt the definitions of infant formula , follow - on formula , processed cereal - based food and baby food , and food for special medical purposes laid down in this regulation taking into account technical and scientific progress and relevant developments at international level , to lay down the specific compositional and information requirements with respect to the categories of food covered by this regulation , including for additional labelling requirements to , or derogations from , the provisions of directive 2000 / 13 / ec and for the authorisation of nutrition and health claims , the power to adopt acts in accordance with article 290 of the treaty on the functioning of the european union should be delegated to the commission . it is of particular importance that the commission carries 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 council . ### this regulation should provide the criteria for the establishment of the specific compositional and information requirements for infant formula , follow - on formula , processed cereal - based food and baby food , and food for special medical purposes , taking into account commission directive 2006 / 141 / ec , commission directive 2006 / 125 / ec and commission directive 1999 / 21 / ec . in order to lay down the specific compositional and information requirements with respect to the categories of food covered by this regulation , including for additional labelling requirements to , or derogations from , the provisions of regulation no 1169 / 2011 and for the authorisation of nutrition and health claims , the power to adopt acts in accordance with article 290 of the treaty on the functioning of the european union should be delegated to the commission . it is of particular importance that the commission carries 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 .


### at present , pursuant to the opinion of the scientific committee on emerging and newly identified health risks on the risk assessment of products of nanotechnologies , dated 19 january 2009 , there is inadequate information on the risks associated with engineered nanomaterials and existing test methods may not be sufficient to address all of the issues arising in relation to engineered nanomaterials . therefore , engineered nanomaterials should not be included in the union list for the categories of food covered by this regulation , until an evaluation by the authority is carried out . ### at present , pursuant to the opinion of the scientific committee on emerging and newly identified health risks on the risk assessment of products of nanotechnologies , dated 19 january 2009 , there is inadequate information on the risks associated with engineered nanomaterials and existing test methods may not be sufficient to address all of the issues arising in relation to engineered nanomaterials . taking account of this scientific opinion and in view of the particular sensitivity of the categories for which foods for particular uses are intended , engineered nanomaterials should not be included in the union list for the categories of food covered by this regulation so long as their safety and nutritional value have not been demonstrated by the authority .


### where the commission has adopted a decision pursuant to paragraph 1 , the authority may adopt individual decisions requiring competent authorities to take the necessary action in accordance with the legislation referred to in article 1 to address any risks that may jeopardise the orderly functioning and integrity of financial markets or the stability of the whole or part of the financial system by ensuring that financial institutions and competent authorities satisfy the requirements laid down in that legislation . ### where the esrb has adopted a decision pursuant to paragraph 1 , the authority may adopt individual decisions requiring competent authorities to take the necessary action in accordance with this regulation and the legislation referred to in article 1 to address any risks that may jeopardise the orderly functioning and integrity of financial markets or the stability of the whole or part of the financial system by ensuring that financial market participants and competent authorities satisfy the requirements laid down in that legislation .


### the board of supervisors shall act on the basis of qualified majority of its members , as defined in article 205 of the treaty , for acts specified in articles 7 , 8 and all measures and decisions adopted under chapter vi . ### the board of supervisors shall act on the basis of qualified majority of its members , as defined in article 16 of the eu treaty and in article 3 of the protocol on transitional provisions annexed to the treaty on european union and to the treaty on the functioning of the european union .


### where appropriate , the authority should consult interested parties on technical standards , guidelines and recommendations and provide them with a reasonable opportunity to comment on proposed measures . for reasons of efficiency , a banking stakeholder group should be established for that purpose , representing in balanced proportions community credit and investment institutions , their employees , and consumers and other retail users of banking services , including smes . the banking stakeholder group should actively work as an interface with other user groups in the financial services area established by the commission or community legislation . ### the authority should consult interested parties on technical standards , guidelines and recommendations and provide them with a reasonable opportunity to comment on proposed measures . before adopting draft technical standards , guidelines and recommendations the authority should carry out an impact study . for reasons of efficiency , a banking stakeholder group should be established for that purpose , representing in balanced proportions union credit and investment institutions , their employees , academia and consumers and other retail users of banking services , including smes . the banking stakeholder group should actively work as an interface with other user groups in the financial services area established by the commission or by eu legislation .


### before taking the decisions provided for in article 9 , article 10 and and article 11 and , the authority shall inform the addressee of its intention to adopt the decision , setting a time limit within which the addressee may express its views on the matter , taking full account of the urgency of the matter . ### before taking the decisions provided for in this regulation , the authority shall inform the addressee of its intention to adopt the decision , setting a time limit within which the addressee may express its views on the matter , taking full account of the urgency of the matter .


### the board of appeal shall be composed of six members and six alternates , who shall be individuals with relevant knowledge and experience , excluding current staff of the competent authorities or other national or community institutions involved in the activities of the authority . ### the board of appeal shall be composed of six members and six alternates . it shall comprise individuals , excluding current staff of the competent authorities or other national or eu institutions or financial institutions involved in the activities of the authority , of high repute with a proven record of relevant knowledge and professional expertise , including supervisory experience at a sufficiently high level in the fields of banking , insurance and occupational pensions , securities markets or other financial services , and at least two members with sufficient legal expertise to provide expert legal advice on the authority ' s exercise of its powers .


### the authority may develop technical standards in the areas specifically set out in the legislation referred to in article 1 . the authority shall submit its draft standards to the commission for endorsement . ### the authority may develop technical standards to complete , update and modify elements that are not essential to the legislative acts referred to in article 1 . the technical standards shall not imply strategic decisions and its content shall be delimited by the legislative acts on which they are based .


### where the authority maintains its decision , the council , acting by qualified majority as defined in article 205 of the treaty , shall , within two months , decide whether the authority ' s decision is maintained or revoked . ### where the authority maintains its decision , the council shall take a decision whether the authority ' s decision is maintained or revoked on the basis of a qualified majority of its members , as defined in article 16 of the eu treaty and in article 3 of the protocol on transitional provisions annexed to the treaty on european union and to the treaty on the functioning of the european union , at a meetings no later than two months after the authority has informed the member state as set out in the fourth subparagraph .


### the authority shall contribute adequate resources to the administrative support of the joint committee of european supervisory authorities . this includes staff , administrative , infrastructure , and operational expenses . ### the joint committee shall have a permanent secretariat , staffed on secondment from the three european supervisory authorities . the authority shall contribute adequate resources to administrative , infrastructure and operational expenses .


### in order to ensure cross - sectoral consistency in the activities of the european supervisory authorities , those authorities should coordinate closely in a joint committee of european supervisory authorities and reach common positions where appropriate . the joint committee of european supervisory authorities should assume all of the functions of the joint committee on financial conglomerates . where relevant , acts also falling within the area of competence of the european insurance and occupational pensions authority or the european securities and markets authority should be adopted in parallel by the european supervisory authorities concerned . ### in order to ensure cross - sectoral consistency in the activities of the european supervisory authorities , those authorities should coordinate closely through the joint committee and reach common positions where appropriate . the joint committee should coordinate the functions of the three european supervisory authorities in relation to financial conglomerates . where relevant , acts also falling within the area of competence of the european supervisory authority or the european supervisory authority should be adopted in parallel by the european supervisory authorities concerned . the joint committee should be chaired for a 12 - month term on a rotating basis by the chairpersons of the three european supervisory authorities . the chairperson of the joint committee should be a vice - chair of the european systemic risk board . the joint committee should have a permanent secretariat , staffed on secondment from the three european supervisory authorities , to allow for informal information - sharing and the development of a common cultural approach across the three european supervisory authorities .


### the joint committee of european supervisory authorities shall meet at least once every two months . ### the board of the joint committee of european supervisory authorities shall meet at least once every two months .


### where appropriate , the authority should consult interested parties on technical standards , guidelines and recommendations and provide them with a reasonable opportunity to comment on proposed measures . for reasons of efficiency , a banking stakeholder group should be established for that purpose , representing in balanced proportions community credit and investment institutions , their employees , and consumers and other retail users of banking services , including smes . the banking stakeholder group should actively work as an interface with other user groups in the financial services area established by the commission or community legislation . ### the authority should consult interested parties on technical standards , guidelines and recommendations and provide them with a reasonable opportunity to comment on proposed measures . before adopting draft technical standards , guidelines and recommendations the authority should carry out an impact study . for reasons of efficiency , a banking stakeholder group should be established for that purpose , representing in balanced proportions community credit and investment institutions , trade unions , academics and consumers and other retail users of banking services , including smes . the banking stakeholder group should actively work as an interface with other user groups in the financial services area established by the commission or by eu legislation .


### the banking stakeholder group may submit opinions and advice to the authority on any issue related to the tasks of the authority specified in articles 7 and 8 . ### the banking stakeholder group may submit opinions and advice to the authority on any issue related to the tasks of the authority with particular focus on the tasks set out in specified in articles 7 and 8 .


### the authority shall ensure an adequate coverage of cross - sectoral developments , risks and vulnerabilities by closely cooperating with the european insurance and occupational pensions authority and the european securities and markets authority . ### the authority shall ensure an adequate coverage of cross - sectoral developments , risks and vulnerabilities by closely cooperating with the european insurance and occupational pensions authority and the european securities and markets authority and the european supervisory authority .


### upon request from one or more competent authorities , from the commission or on its own initiative and after having informed the competent authority concerned , the authority may investigate the alleged incorrect application of community law . ### upon request from one or more competent authorities , from the commission , from the european parliament , the council or a member of the banking stakeholder group , or on its own initiative and after having informed the competent authority concerned , the authority may investigate the alleged incorrect application of union law .


### the european system of financial supervisors should be a network of national and community supervisory authorities , leaving day - to - day supervision of financial institutions at the national level , and according a central role in the supervision of cross - border groups to colleges of supervisors . greater harmonisation and the coherent application of rules for financial institutions and markets across the community should also be achieved . a european banking authority should be established , along with a european insurance and occupational pensions authority and a european securities and markets authority . ### the european system of financial supervisors should be a network of national and community supervisory authorities , leaving day - to - day supervision of financial institutions that do not have an eu dimension to the national level . colleges of supervisors should exert supervision over cross - border institutions that do not have an eu dimension . the authority should gradually take over supervision of institutions with an eu dimension . greater harmonisation and the coherent application of rules for financial institutions and markets across the community should also be achieved . a european banking authority should be established , along with a european supervisory authority and a european supervisory authority as well as a european supervisory authority . the european systemic risk board shall form part of a european system of financial supervision .


### the executive director , the commission and the esrb shall be invited to the meetings of the joint committee of european supervisory authorities as well as the sub - committees mentioned in article 43 as observers . ### the executive director , a representative of the commission and the esrb shall be invited to the meetings of the european supervisory authorities as well as the sub - committees mentioned in article 43 as observers .


### the joint committee shall be composed of the chairperson and the chairpersons of the european insurance and occupational pensions authority and the european securities and markets authority , and , where applicable , the chairperson of a sub - committee established under article 43 . ### the joint committee shall have a board composed of the chairpersons of the european supervisory authorities , and , where applicable , the chairperson of a sub - committee established under article 43 .


### the board of appeal shall be composed of six members and six alternates , who shall be individuals with relevant knowledge and experience , excluding current staff of the competent authorities or other national or community institutions involved in the activities of the authority . ### the board of appeal shall be composed of six members and six alternates , who shall be individuals with relevant knowledge and experience , excluding current staff of the competent authorities or other national or eu institutions or financial institutions involved in the activities of the authority .


### a joint committee of the european supervisory authorities is hereby established . ### the european supervisory authorities is hereby established and shall have its headquarters in frankfurt .


### the standards shall be adopted by the commission by means of regulations or decisions and published in the official journal of the european union . ### the commission shall adopt delegated acts in accordance with articles 7a to 7d , designed to establish the technical standards referred to in paragraph 1 . those acts shall be in the form of regulations or decisions .


### where the commission has adopted a decision pursuant to paragraph 1 , the authority may adopt individual decisions requiring competent authorities to take the necessary action in accordance with the legislation referred to in article 1 to address any risks that may jeopardise the orderly functioning and integrity of financial markets or the stability of the whole or part of the financial system by ensuring that financial institutions and competent authorities satisfy the requirements laid down in that legislation . ### where the esrb has adopted a decision pursuant to paragraph 1 , the authority may adopt individual decisions requiring competent authorities to take the necessary action in accordance with this regulation and the legislation referred to in article 1 to address any risks that may jeopardise the orderly functioning and integrity of financial markets or the stability of the whole or part of the financial system by ensuring that financial market participants and competent authorities satisfy the requirements laid down in that legislation .


### a full time chairperson , selected by the board of supervisors through an open competition , should represent the authority . the management of the authority should be entrusted to an executive director , who should have the right to participate in meetings of the board of supervisors and the management board without the right to vote . ### a full - time chairperson , selected by the european parliament following an open competition managed by the commission and the subsequent drawing up of a short list by the commission , should represent the authority . the management of the authority should be entrusted to an executive director , who should have the right to participate in meetings of the board of supervisors and the management board without the right to vote .


### the authority shall have its seat in london . ### the authority shall have its seat in frankfurt .


### joint committee of european supervisory authorities ### european supervisory authority


### the authority shall contribute adequate resources to the administrative support of the joint committee of european supervisory authorities . this includes staff , administrative , infrastructure , and operational expenses . ### the joint committee shall have a permanent secretariat , staffed by personnel on secondment from the three european supervisory authorities . the authority shall contribute a fair proportion of the administrative , infrastructure and operational expenses .


### the objective of the authority shall be to contribute to : improving the functioning of the internal market , including in particular a high , effective and consistent level of regulation and supervision , protecting depositors and investors , ensuring the integrity , efficiency and orderly functioning of financial markets , safeguarding the stability of the financial system , and strengthening international supervisory coordination . for this purpose , the authority shall contribute to ensuring the consistent , efficient and effective application of the community law referred to in article 1 above , fostering supervisory convergence and providing opinions to the european parliament , the council , and the commission . ### the objective of the authority shall be to contribute to : improving the functioning of the internal market , including in particular a high , effective and consistent level of regulation and supervision , protecting depositors and investors , ensuring the integrity , efficiency and orderly functioning of financial markets , safeguarding the stability of the financial system , strengthening international supervisory coordination and preventing regulatory arbitrage and contributing to a level playing field . for this purpose , the authority shall contribute to ensuring the consistent , efficient and effective application of the eu legislation referred to in article 1 , fostering supervisory convergence and providing opinions to the european parliament , the council , and the commission and undertaking an economic analysis of markets to promote the achievement of the authority ' s objectives .


### the council , acting by qualified majority as defined in article 205 of the treaty , shall , within ten working days , decide whether the authority ' s decision is maintained or revoked . ### the council , acting by qualified majority as defined in paragraph 2 subparagraph 5 , shall , within ten working days , decide whether the authority ' s decision is maintained or revoked .


### the executive director , the commission and the esrb shall be invited to the meetings of the joint committee of european supervisory authorities as well as the sub - committees mentioned in article 43 as observers . ### the executive director , a representative of the commission and the esrb shall be invited to the meetings of the board of the joint committee as well as the sub - committees mentioned in article 43 as observers .


### in order to ensure cross - sectoral consistency in the activities of the european supervisory authorities , those authorities should coordinate closely in a joint committee of european supervisory authorities and reach common positions where appropriate . the joint committee of european supervisory authorities should assume all of the functions of the joint committee on financial conglomerates . where relevant , acts also falling within the area of competence of the european insurance and occupational pensions authority or the european securities and markets authority should be adopted in parallel by the european supervisory authorities concerned . ### in order to ensure cross - sectoral consistency in the activities of the european supervisory authorities , those authorities should coordinate closely through the european supervisory authorities and reach common positions where appropriate . the joint committee should coordinate the functions of the three european supervisory authorities in relation to financial conglomerates . where relevant , acts also falling within the area of competence of the european supervisory authority or the european supervisory authority should be adopted in parallel by the european supervisory authorities concerned . the joint committee will be chaired on a yearly revolving basis by the chairpersons of the three european supervisory authorities . the chairperson of the joint committee should be a vice - chair of the european systemic risk board . the joint committee will have a permanent secretariat , staffed on secondment from the three european supervisory authorities , to allow for informal information sharing and the development of a common cultural approach across the three european supervisory authorities .


### the joint committee shall be composed of the chairperson and the chairpersons of the european insurance and occupational pensions authority and the european securities and markets authority , and , where applicable , the chairperson of a sub - committee established under article 43 . ### the joint committee shall have a board composed of the chairpersons of the european supervisory authorities and , where applicable , the chairperson of a sub - committee established under article 43 .


### the chair of the joint committee of european supervisory authorities shall be appointed on an annual rotational basis from among the chairpersons of the european banking authority , the european insurance and occupational pensions authority and the european securities and markets authority . ### the chair of the joint committee shall be appointed on an annual rotational basis from among the chairpersons of the european banking authority , the european insurance and occupational pensions authority and the european securities and markets authority . the chairperson of the joint committee shall be a vice - chair of the european systemic risk board .


### where the authority maintains its decision , the council , acting by qualified majority as defined in article 205 of the treaty , shall , within two months , decide whether the authority ' s decision is maintained or revoked . ### where the authority maintains its decision , the council shall take a decision whether the authority ' s decision is maintained or revoked on the basis of a qualified majority of its members , as defined in article 16 of the eu treaty and in article 3 of the protocol on transitional provisions annexed to the treaty on european union and to the treaty on the functioning of the european union , at a meetings no later than two months after the authority has informed the member state as set out in the fourth subparagraph .


### before taking the decisions provided for in article 9 , article 10 and and article 11 and , the authority shall inform the addressee of its intention to adopt the decision , setting a time limit within which the addressee may express its views on the matter , taking full account of the urgency of the matter . ### before taking the decisions provided for in this regulation , the authority shall inform the addressee of its intention to adopt the decision , setting a time limit within which the addressee may express its views on the matter , taking full account of the urgency , complexity and potential consequences of the matter .


### the european system of financial supervisors should be a network of national and community supervisory authorities , leaving day - to - day supervision of financial institutions at the national level , and according a central role in the supervision of cross - border groups to colleges of supervisors . greater harmonisation and the coherent application of rules for financial institutions and markets across the community should also be achieved . a european banking authority should be established , along with a european insurance and occupational pensions authority and a european securities and markets authority . ### the european system of financial supervision should be an integrated network of national and european supervisory authorities , leaving ordinary day - to - day supervision of financial institutions at the competent authorities of member states , and according a central role in the supervision of cross - border groups to colleges of supervisors . greater harmonisation and consistent and coherent application of european rules and standards for financial institutions and markets across the european should also be achieved . a european supervisory authority on banking should be established , along with a european supervisory authority on insurance and occupational pensions and a european supervisory authority on securities and markets as well as a joint committee among them . the european systemic risk board , as european authority in macro supervision , completes the esfs . the authority shall evolve according to the best practices recognised at european and international level . one such approach could be the establishment of a new level of direct supervision by the authority . to avoid international distortions and to strengthen the european system of financial supervision , the introduction of direct supervision should be carefully evaluated and considered in order to add value to the supervision of large financial institutions , many of which are global in nature and operate in the eu . this applies above all to those large financial institutions with wholesale banking or other activities that could pose systemic risk to the internal market , and those systemic financial institutions defined and identified at an international level . this issue shall be further studied in the first revision of the present regulation , as set out in article 66 , which should take place not later than three years from its entry into force .


### where appropriate , the authority should consult interested parties on technical standards , guidelines and recommendations and provide them with a reasonable opportunity to comment on proposed measures . for reasons of efficiency , a banking stakeholder group should be established for that purpose , representing in balanced proportions community credit and investment institutions , their employees , and consumers and other retail users of banking services , including smes . the banking stakeholder group should actively work as an interface with other user groups in the financial services area established by the commission or community legislation . ### the authority should consult interested parties on technical standards , guidelines and recommendations and provide them with a reasonable opportunity to comment on proposed measures . before adopting draft technical standards , guidelines and recommendations the authority should carry out an impact study . for reasons of efficiency , a banking stakeholder group should be established for that purpose , representing in balanced proportions community credit and investment institutions , trade unions , academics and consumers and other retail users of banking services , including smes . the banking stakeholder group should actively work as an interface with other user groups in the financial services area established by the commission or by eu legislation .


### the authority , the european insurance and occupational pensions authority and the european securities and markets authority shall ensure adequate operational and secretarial support for the board of appeal . ### the authority , the european supervisory authority and the european supervisory authority shall ensure adequate operational and secretarial support for the board of appeal through the joint committee .


### in order to safeguard financial stability it is necessary to identify , at an early stage , trends , potential risks and vulnerabilities stemming from the micro - prudential level , across borders and across sectors . the authority should monitor and assess such developments in the area of its competence and , where necessary , inform the european parliament , the council , the commission , the other european supervisory authorities and the european systemic risk board on a regular and , as necessary , ad hoc basis . the authority should also coordinate community - wide stress tests to assess the resilience of financial institutions to adverse market developments , ensuring an as consistent as possible methodology is applied at the national level to such tests . ### in order to safeguard financial stability it is necessary to identify , at an early stage , trends , potential risks and vulnerabilities stemming from the micro - prudential level , across borders and across sectors . the authority should monitor and assess such developments in the area of its competence and , where necessary , inform the european parliament , the council , the commission , the other european supervisory authorities and the european systemic risk board on a regular and , as necessary , ad hoc basis . the authority should also coordinate community - wide stress tests to assess the resilience of financial institutions to adverse market developments , ensuring an as consistent as possible methodology is applied at the national level to such tests . in order to inform the discharge of its functions , the authority should undertake economic analysis of markets and the impact of potential market developments on them .


### in order to ensure cross - sectoral consistency in the activities of the european supervisory authorities , those authorities should coordinate closely in a joint committee of european supervisory authorities and reach common positions where appropriate . the joint committee of european supervisory authorities should assume all of the functions of the joint committee on financial conglomerates . where relevant , acts also falling within the area of competence of the european insurance and occupational pensions authority or the european securities and markets authority should be adopted in parallel by the european supervisory authorities concerned . ### in order to ensure cross - sectoral consistency in the activities of the european supervisory authorities , those authorities should coordinate closely through the joint committee and reach common positions where appropriate . the joint committee should coordinate the functions of the three european supervisory authorities in relation to financial conglomerates . where relevant , acts also falling within the area of competence of the european supervisory authority or the european supervisory authority should be adopted in parallel by the european supervisory authorities concerned . the joint committee should be chaired for a 12 - month term on a rotating basis by the chairpersons of the three european supervisory authorities . the chairperson of the joint committee should be a vice - chair of the european systemic risk board . the joint committee should have a permanent secretariat , staffed on secondment from the three european supervisory authorities , to allow for informal information - sharing and the development of a common cultural approach across the three european supervisory authorities .


### the agency shall be provided with a record of wholesale energy market transactions , including orders to trade . the commission shall adopt delegated acts in accordance with article 15 and subject to conditions of articles 16 and 17 , laying down the timing , form and content in which this information is reported and , where appropriate , defining thresholds for the reporting of transactions as well as specifying types of contracts for which transactions shall be reported . ### the agency shall be provided directly and in a timely manner with a record of wholesale energy market transactions , including orders to trade . for the purpose of monitoring trading in wholesale energy markets , such collected data should enable the agency to identify market abuses and to monitor the development of conditions under which market abuses are more likely or dangerous . the commission shall adopt delegated acts in accordance with article 15 and subject to conditions of articles 16 and 17 , laying down the timing , form and content in which this information is reported and defining thresholds for the reporting of transactions as well as specifying types of contracts for which transactions shall be reported .


### national regulatory authorities should be responsible for ensuring that this regulation is enforced in the member states . to this end they should have the necessary investigatory powers to allow them to carry out this task efficiently . ### national regulatory authorities should have a duty to enforce this regulation in the member states . to this end they should have the necessary investigatory powers to allow them to carry out this task efficiently .


### market participants shall publicly disclose inside information in respect of business or facilities which the participant concerned owns or controls or for which the participant is responsible for operational matters , either in whole or in part . such information shall include information relevant to the capacity of facilities for production , storage , consumption or transmission of electricity or natural gas . ### market participants shall immediately , effectively and publicly disclose inside information in respect of business or facilities which the participant concerned owns or controls or for which the participant is responsible for operational matters , either in whole or in part . such information shall include information relevant to the capacity of facilities for production , storage , consumption or transmission of electricity or natural gas .


### where information is not commercially sensitive , the agency should be able to make that information available to market participants and the wider public . such transparency can help build confidence in the market and help the development of knowledge about the functioning of wholesale energy markets . ### where information is not commercially sensitive , or can be published in an aggregated and anonymised format , the agency should make that information available to market participants and the wider public . such transparency will help building confidence in the market and foster the development of knowledge about the functioning of wholesale energy markets .


### where a national regulatory authority suspects that acts which affect wholesale energy markets or the price of wholesale energy products in that member state are being carried out in another member state , it may request the agency to take measures in accordance with paragraph 4 . ### where a national regulatory authority suspects , or initial assessments and analysis by the agency suggest that acts which affect wholesale energy markets or the price of wholesale energy products in that member state are being carried out in another member state , the national regulatory authority shall request the agency to take measures in accordance with paragraph 4 .


### union assistance should focus where it has more impact , having regard to its capacity to act on a global scale and respond to global challenges such as poverty eradication , sustainable and inclusive development and worldwide promotion of democracy , good governance , human rights and the rule of law , its long - term and predictable commitment to development assistance and its role in coordinating with its member states . to ensure such impact , the principle of differentiation should be applied not only at the level of funds allocation , but also at the level of programming , to ensure that bilateral development cooperation targets partner countries most in need , including fragile states and states with high vulnerability , and with limited capacity to have access to other sources of financing for supporting their own development , having regard to the potential impact of the union assistance in partner countries . as a consequence , bilateral programming would target such countries , pursuant to the application of objective criteria based on the needs and capacities of these countries , as well as the impact of eu assistance . ### in the context of the overarching objective of the union ' s development cooperation to contribute to poverty eradication , union assistance should focus where it has more impact , having regard to its capacity to act on a global scale and respond to global challenges . in particular , the union ' s added value results from its capacity and its own experience in supporting sustainable and inclusive development , promoting democracy , good governance , human rights and the rule of law worldwide , its long - term and predictable commitment to development assistance and its role in promoting the coordination with its member states , as enshrined in article 210 tfeu . to ensure such impact , the principle of differentiation should be applied not only at the level of funds allocation , but also at the level of programming , to ensure that the union’s development cooperation targets partner countries most in need , including fragile states and states with high vulnerability , and with limited capacity to have access to other sources of financing for supporting their own development , having regard to the potential impact of the union assistance in partner countries . as a consequence , country - specific programming would target such countries , pursuant to the application of objective criteria based on the needs and capacities of these countries , as well as the impact of the assistance of the union and its member states . for countries no longer eligible for country - specific geographical programmes , it should be possible to phase out assistance through a gradual approach , and paying special attention to the needs of particularly vulnerable population groups . the union should establish a strong political dialogue with these partner countries on its possible contribution to the establishment of national policies aiming at poverty reduction .


### strategy papers are documents drawn up by the union to provide a coherent framework for development cooperation between the union and the partner country or region concerned , consistent with the overall purpose and scope , objectives , principles and policy of the union . the preparation and implementation of strategy papers shall comply with the principles of aid effectiveness : national ownership , partnership , coordination , harmonisation , alignment with recipient country or regional systems , mutual accountability and results orientation as laid down in article 3 to . to that end , strategy papers shall , in principle , be based on a dialogue between the union and the partner country or region , involving where appropriate , the relevant member states , and the partner country or region , involving civil society and regional and local authorities , so as to ensure that the country or region concerned takes sufficient ownership of the process and to encourage support for national development strategies , particularly those for reducing poverty . ### strategy papers are documents drawn up by the union to provide a coherent framework for development cooperation between the union and the partner country or region concerned , consistent with the overall purpose and scope , objectives , principles and policy of the union . the preparation and implementation of strategy papers shall comply with the principles of aid effectiveness : national ownership , partnership , coordination , harmonisation , alignment with recipient country or regional systems , mutual accountability and results orientation as laid down in article 3 to . to that end , strategy papers shall , in principle , be based on a dialogue between the union and the partner country or region , involving the relevant member states , and the partner country or region , in consultation with the national / regional parliaments and involving civil society and regional and local authorities through thorough consultation , so as to ensure that the country or region concerned takes sufficient ownership of the process and to encourage support for national development strategies , particularly those for reducing poverty . this dialogue takes place following a consultation and information phase for local and regional authorities and civil society .


### promoting democracy , the rule of law , good governance and respect for human rights . ### promoting democracy , the rule of law , good governance and respect for human rights including economic , social and cultural rights as well as international treaties on environment and biodiversity protection and mainstreaming of climate change adaptation and mitigation . .


### this regulation should provide an enabling framework for programming , allowing enhanced consistency between union policies by using a joint framework document as a basis for programming . it should enable full alignment with partner countries and regions by relying , where appropriate , on national development plans or similar comprehensive development documents ; and pursue a better coordination amongst donors , in particular between the union and its member states , through joint programming . ### this regulation should provide an enabling framework for programming , allowing enhanced policy coherence for development between union policies by using a joint framework document as a basis for programming . it should enable full alignment with partner countries and regions by relying , where possible , on national development plans or similar comprehensive development documents adopted by parliaments of partner countries or partner regions upon consultation of their respective civil societies ; and pursue a better coordination amongst donors , in particular between the union and its member states , through joint programming .


### the following cross - cutting issues shall be mainstreamed in all programmes : the promotion of human rights , gender equality , women empowerment , non - discrimination , democracy , good governance , the rights of the child and indigenous peoples ' rights , social inclusion and the rights of persons with disabilities , environmental sustainability including addressing climate change and combating hiv / aids . ### the following cross - cutting issues shall be mainstreamed in all programmes : the promotion of human rights , gender equality , women empowerment , non - discrimination , democracy , good governance , the fight against corruption , the rights of the child and indigenous peoples ' rights , social inclusion and the rights of persons with disabilities , environmental sustainability including addressing climate change , conflict prevention and combating hiv / aids .


### the achievement of these objectives shall be measured using relevant indicators , in particular mdg 1 for subparagraph and mdgs 1 to 8 for subparagraph , and other indicators agreed by the union and its member states . ### the achievement of these objectives shall be measured using human development indicators , in particular mdg 1 for subparagraph and mdgs 1 to 8 for subparagraph , and other indicators agreed by the un , the union and its member states .


### the union is founded on the values of democracy , the rule of law , the universality and indivisibility of and respect for human rights and fundamental freedoms , respect for human dignity , the principles of equality and solidarity and respect for the principles of the un charter and international law . it seeks to develop and consolidate commitment to these values in partner countries and regions through dialogue and cooperation . ### the union is founded on the universality and indivisibility of human rights , the principle of equality and solidarity and respect for the principles of the un charter and international law . respect for human dignity and gender equality , including individual and collective political and civic rights ; respect for economic , social and cultural rights ; respect for the rights of women , children and minorities ; respect for international treaties on environment and biodiversity will guide the union ' s cooperation policy . cooperation from the union ' s side seeks to develop and consolidate commitment to these values in partner countries and regions through dialogue .


### union assistance should focus where it has more impact , having regard to its capacity to act on a global scale and respond to global challenges such as poverty eradication , sustainable and inclusive development and worldwide promotion of democracy , good governance , human rights and the rule of law , its long - term and predictable commitment to development assistance and its role in coordinating with its member states . to ensure such impact , the principle of differentiation should be applied not only at the level of funds allocation , but also at the level of programming , to ensure that bilateral development cooperation targets partner countries most in need , including fragile states and states with high vulnerability , and with limited capacity to have access to other sources of financing for supporting their own development , having regard to the potential impact of the union assistance in partner countries . as a consequence , bilateral programming would target such countries , pursuant to the application of objective criteria based on the needs and capacities of these countries , as well as the impact of eu assistance . ### union assistance should focus where it has more impact , having regard to its capacity to act on a global scale and respond to global challenges such as poverty eradication , sustainable and inclusive development , conservation of the environment , climate change mitigation and adaptation , worldwide promotion of democracy , good governance , human rights and the rule of law , its long - term and predictable commitment to development assistance and its role in coordinating with its member states . to ensure such impact , the principle of differentiation should be applied not only at the level of funds allocation , but also at the level of programming , to ensure that bilateral development cooperation targets partner countries most in need , including fragile states and states with high vulnerability , and with limited capacity to have access to other sources of financing for supporting their own development , having regard to the potential impact of the union assistance in partner countries . as a consequence , bilateral programming would target such countries , pursuant to the application of objective criteria based on the needs and capacities of these countries , as well as the impact of eu assistance . to ensure the greatest impact of union assistance in the world , the implementation of this regulation should be strictly coordinated with programmes and actions funded under other regulations establishing external financing instruments , namely regulation no [ … / … ] of the european parliament and of the council establishing an instrument for stability and regulation no [ … / … ] of the european parliament and of the council establishing a financing instrument for the promotion of democracy and human rights worldwide and regulation no [ . . . / . . . ] of the european parliament and of the council establishing a partnership instrument for cooperation with third countries . .


### multiannual indicative programmes shall set out the priority areas selected for union financing , the specific objectives , the expected results , the performance indicators and the indicative financial allocation , both overall and per priority area . where appropriate , this allocation may be given in the form of a range and / or some funds may be left unallocated . ### multiannual indicative programmes shall set out the priority areas agreed with partner countries / regions for union financing , the specific objectives , the expected results , the performance indicators and the indicative financial allocation , both overall and per priority area . where appropriate , this allocation may be given in the form of a range and / or a limited amount of funds may be left unallocated .


### union assistance should support the joint africa - eu strategy and its successive actions plans which forms the framework for broad and mutually beneficial cooperation within a strategic partnership characterised by the pursuit of common objectives on an equal footing . ### union assistance should support the joint africa - eu strategyand its successive actions plans which forms the framework for broad and mutually beneficial cooperation within a strategic partnership characterised by the pursuit of common objectives on an equal footing . the consolidation of multilateral institutions and governance is an important factor in making a significant contribution to strengthening the union ' s and partner countries ' and regions ' role and place in the world .


### the union also aims to ensure coherence with other areas of its external action . this should be ensured when formulating the union ' s development cooperation policy and its strategic planning programming and implementation of measures . ### the union should seek the most efficient use of available resources in order to optimise the impact of its external action . this should be achieved through a comprehensive approach for each country based on complementarity , the creation of synergies and the mutual reinforcement of the programmes devised under this regulation and the other external instruments of the union . while striving for overall consistency of the union ' s external action in accordance with article 21 teu , the union should ensure policy coherence for development as required in article 208 tfeu . all union policies which are likely to affect developing countries should take into account the objectives of the union development cooperation policy .


### the union ' s policy and international action for development cooperation are guided by the mdgs , such as the eradication of extreme poverty and hunger , including any subsequent modifications thereto , and by the development objectives and principles approved by the union and its member states , including in the context of their cooperation within the united nations and other competent international organisations in the field of development cooperation . ### the union ' s policy and international action for development cooperation are guided by the mdgs , such as the eradication of extreme poverty and hunger , including any subsequent modifications thereto , and by the development objectives and principles approved by the union , its member states , and the european parliament including in the context of their cooperation within the united nations and other competent international organisations in the field of development cooperation .


### this regulation should provide an enabling framework for programming , allowing enhanced consistency between union policies by using a joint framework document as a basis for programming . it should enable full alignment with partner countries and regions by relying , where appropriate , on national development plans or similar comprehensive development documents ; and pursue a better coordination amongst donors , in particular between the union and its member states , through joint programming . ### this regulation should provide an enabling framework for programming , allowing enhanced policy coherence for development between union policies by using a joint framework document as a basis for programming . it should enable full alignment with partner countries and regions by relying , where possible , on national development plans or similar comprehensive development documents adopted by the partner countries ' or regions ' parliaments in consultation with their respective civil societies ; and pursue a better coordination amongst donors , in particular between the union and its member states , through joint programming .


### strategy papers are documents drawn up by the union to provide a coherent framework for development cooperation between the union and the partner country or region concerned , consistent with the overall purpose and scope , objectives , principles and policy of the union . ### strategy papers are documents drawn up by the partner country and agreed with the union to provide a coherent framework for development cooperation between the union and the partner country or region concerned , consistent with the overall purpose and scope , objectives , principles and policy of the partner country and union in the field of development .


### the union should promote a comprehensive approach in response to crisis and disaster and to conflict - affected and fragile situations , including those of transition . this should in particular build on the council conclusions on security and development on an eu response to situations of fragility on conflict prevention as well as any relevant subsequent conclusions . this should provide the necessary mix of approaches , responses and instruments in particular by ensuring an appropriate balance between the security - oriented , development and humanitarian approaches , and by linking short - term reaction with the long term support . ### the union should promote a comprehensive approach in response to crisis and disaster and to conflict - affected and fragile situations , including those of transition . this should build on the european consensus on humanitarian aid . to ensure that short - term reaction ties in with long - term support , the link between relief , rehabilitation and development should be developed . each country analysis and programming should contain a conflict analysis .


### the union should promote a comprehensive approach in response to crisis and disaster and to conflict - affected and fragile situations , including those of transition . this should in particular build on the council conclusions on security and development on an eu response to situations of fragility on conflict prevention as well as any relevant subsequent conclusions . this should provide the necessary mix of approaches , responses and instruments in particular by ensuring an appropriate balance between the security - oriented , development and humanitarian approaches , and by linking short - term reaction with the long term support . ### the union should promote a comprehensive approach in response to crisis and disaster and to conflict - affected and fragile situations , including those of transition . this should in particular build on the council conclusions on security and development on an eu response to situations of fragility on conflict preventionas well as any relevant subsequent conclusions . this should provide the necessary mix of approaches , responses and instruments in particular by ensuring an appropriate balance between the security - oriented , development and humanitarian approaches , and by linking short - term reaction with the long term support . each country analysis and programming should contain a conflict analysis .


### the lists of partner countries under this regulation should be adapted on the basis of possible changes to their status as established by the development assistance committee of the organization for economic cooperation and development , as well as important changes in human development , aid dependency , crisis situations , vulnerability and other aspects including the dynamics of the development process . such updates , reviews of the partner countries eligible for bilateral development cooperation and modifications in the definitions of detailed areas of cooperation and activities , and adjustments of the indicative financial allocation per programme , constitute non - essential elements of this regulation . consequently , in order to adapt its scope to the rapidly evolving reality in third countries , the power to adopt acts in accordance with article 290 of the treaty of the functioning of the european union should be delegated to the commission for updating the annexes of this regulation which includes the list of partner countries and regions eligible for union financing , the definition of detailed areas of cooperation under geographic and thematic programmes and the indicative allocations per programme . it is of particular importance that the commission should carry out appropriate consultations during its preparatory work , including at expert level . the commission , when preparing and drawing up delegated acts , should further ensure a simultaneous , timely and appropriate transmission of relevant documents to the european parliament and council . ### the lists of partner countries under this regulation should be adapted on the basis of possible changes to their status as established by the development assistance committee of the organization for economic cooperation and development . such updates , reviews of the partner countries eligible for bilateral development cooperation and modifications in the definitions of detailed areas of cooperation and activities , and adjustments of the indicative financial allocation per programme , constitute non - essential elements of this regulation . consequently , in order to adapt its scope to the rapidly evolving reality in third countries , the power to adopt acts in accordance with article 290 of the treaty of the functioning of the european union should be delegated to the commission for updating the annexes of this regulation which includes the list of partner countries and regions eligible for union financing , the definition of detailed areas of cooperation under geographic and thematic programmes and the indicative allocations per programme . it is of particular importance that the commission should carry out appropriate consultations during its preparatory work , including at expert level . the commission , when preparing and drawing up delegated acts , should further ensure a simultaneous , timely and appropriate transmission of relevant documents to the european parliament and council .


### the union is founded on the values of democracy , the rule of law , the universality and indivisibility of and respect for human rights and fundamental freedoms , respect for human dignity , the principles of equality and solidarity and respect for the principles of the un charter and international law . it seeks to develop and consolidate commitment to these values in partner countries and regions through dialogue and cooperation . ### the union is founded on the values of democracy , the rule of law , the universality and indivisibility of and respect for human rights and fundamental freedoms , respect for human dignity , gender equality , the principles of equality and solidarity and respect for the principles of the un charter and international law . it seeks to develop and consolidate commitment to these values in partner countries and regions through dialogue and cooperation .


### the multiannual indicative programmes shall give the indicative financial allocation , both overall and by priority area . where appropriate , this allocation may , be given in the form of a range , and / or some funds may be left unallocated . multiannual indicative programmes should be adjusted where necessary for an effective policy implementation , taking into account any mid - term or ad hoc reviews . ### the multiannual indicative programmes shall give the indicative financial allocation , both overall and by priority area . where appropriate , this allocation may , be given in the form of a range , and / or a limited amount of funds may be left unallocated . multiannual indicative programmes should be adjusted where necessary for an effective policy implementation , taking into account any mid - term or ad hoc reviews .


### the union also aims to ensure coherence with other areas of its external action . this should be ensured when formulating the union ' s development cooperation policy and its strategic planning programming and implementation of measures . ### the union also aims to ensure coherence with other areas of its external action . this should be ensured when formulating the union ' s external dimension of , notably , its security , trade , investment , agriculture and fisheries policy and its strategic planning programming and implementation of measures .


### business environment , regional integration and world markets ; and ### regional integration - supporting the development of the local private sector , including promoting smes and cooperatives , - promoting the development of local and regional markets through union aid for trade and trade facilitation instruments , - supporting legislative and regulatory framework reforms and their enforcement , including for the use of modern means of communication , facilitating access to business and financial services , such as micro - credit and micro - finance and reducing excessive regulatory burden ; supporting the enforcement of internationally agreed labour rights , promoting corporate social responsibility and social dialogue , - promoting agricultural , industrial and innovation policies which contribute to sustainable and development in favour of the poorest regions and sectors of the society ; foster cooperation in the area of science , research and technology , in particular for development - related research , - promoting investments that generate local employment and support human resources development ; improving infrastructure in support of efforts to eradicate poverty with full respect for social and environmental standards ; supporting national , regional and local public authorities and parliaments to enable them to regulate markets effectively , - engaging with the private sector , with a focus on financing for domestic and regional companies , in particular at sme level , in order to enhance socially responsible and sustainable development for the benefit of the population , - assisting developing countries through fostering equitable and environmentally sustainable development , supporting partners ' policies in areas such as building local and regional markets , infrastructure and cross - border cooperation regarding access by the poor to water , sustainable energy and human security with a view to supporting social justice , - promoting a sustainable transport sectoral approach , meeting partner countries ' needs , ensuring transport safety , affordability , efficiency , and minimising negative effects on the environment , - supporting more generalized access to information and communication technologies to bridge the digital divide .


### the union shall promote effective cooperation with partner countries and regions in line with international best practice . it shall increasingly align its support with partners ' national or regional development strategies , reform policies and procedures . it shall contribute to strengthening the process of mutual accountability between partner governments and institutions and donors and promote local expertise and local employment . to that end , it shall promote : ### the union shall promote effective cooperation with partner countries and regions in line with international best practice . it shall increasingly align its support with partners ' national or regional development strategies , reform policies and procedures . it shall contribute to strengthening the process of partner countries ' accountability to its citizens as well as mutual accountability between partner governments and institutions and donors , strengthening the capacity of local administration and promote local employment . to that end , it shall promote :


### member states shall ensure that any person subject to proceedings for the execution of a european arrest warrant receives an appropriate letter of rights setting out the rights of that person as laid down in the framework decision 2002 / 584 / jha . annex ii to this directive contains an indicative model of such letter . ### member states shall ensure that any person subject to proceedings for the execution of a european arrest warrant receives an appropriate letter of rights setting out all of the rights of that person as laid down in the framework decision 2002 / 584 / jha . annex ii to this directive contains an indicative model of such letter .


### to be informed of your right to agree to surrender ### not to agree to be surrendered to another country


### the right to written information about rights on arrest where a person is arrested by the competent authorities of a member state in the course of criminal proceedings , he shall be promptly provided with information about his procedural rights in writing . he shall be given an opportunity to read the letter of rights and be allowed to keep it in his possession throughout the time he is deprived of his liberty . 2 . the letter of rights shall be drafted in simple language and shall include at least that information referred to in article 3 . annex i to this directive contains an indicative model of such a letter . 3 . member states shall ensure that , where the suspected or accused person does not speak or understand the language of the proceedings , he receives the letter of rights in a language he understands . member states shall ensure that a mechanism is in place to convey the information to a suspected or accused person who is partially sighted or cannot read . where the suspected or accused person is a child , the information contained in the letter of rights shall also be provided orally in a manner adapted to the child ' s age , level of maturity and intellectual and emotional capacities . 4 . where a letter of rights is not available in the appropriate language , the suspected or accused person shall be informed of his rights orally in a language he understands . a letter of rights in a language he understands shall then be given to him without undue delay . ### the right to written information about rights in detention where a person is detained by the competent authorities of a member state in the course of criminal proceedings , he or she shall be provided promptly from the start of the detention with information about his or her procedural rights in writing . he or she shall be given an opportunity to read the letter of rights and be allowed to keep it in his possession throughout the time he or she is deprived of his liberty . 2 . the letter of rights shall be drafted in simple language and shall include at least that information referred to in article 3 . annex i to this directive contains an indicative model of such a letter . 3 . member states shall ensure that , where the suspected or accused person does not speak or understand the language of the proceedings , he or she receives the letter of rights in a language he or she understands . member states shall ensure that a mechanism is in place to convey the information to a suspected or accused person who is partially sighted or cannot read . where the suspected or accused person is vulnerable due to age , language , incapacity or any other reason , the information contained in the letter of rights shall also be provided orally in a manner adapted to the person ' s age , level of maturity and intellectual and emotional capacities . 4 . where a letter of rights is not available in the appropriate language , the suspected or accused person shall be informed of his or her rights orally by a qualified interpreter in a language he or she understands in accordance with directive 2010 / 64 / eu . a letter of rights in a language he or she understands shall then be given to him or her without undue delay .


### facilitating diversification , creation of new small enterprises and job creation ; ### facilitating diversification , creation of new micro - and small enterprises and job creation ;


### the white paper ' roadmap to a single european transport area &#8211 ; towards a competitive and resource efficient transport system ' published in 20116 emphasised the need to reduce greenhouse gas emissions , particularly carbon dioxide emissions , by 60% in comparison with 1990 levels by 2050 . __________________ 6 com 0144 : - ### the white paper ' roadmap to a single european transport area &#8211 ; towards a competitive and resource efficient transport system ' published in 20116 emphasised the need to reduce greenhouse gas emissions , particularly carbon dioxide emissions , by 60% in comparison with 1990 levels by 2050 , as well as 20% by 2020 . __________________ 6 com 0144 : -


### the improved aerodynamics of the cabs of motor vehicles would also allow significant gains on the energy performance of vehicles , in conjunction with the devices mentioned in recital 3 above . however , this improvement is impossible under the current maximum lengths set by directive 96 / 53 / ec without reducing the vehicle load capacity and threatening the economic equilibrium of the sector . therefore a derogation from this maximum length is required . ### the improved aerodynamics of the cabs of motor vehicles would also allow significant gains on the energy performance of vehicles . as demonstrated by the sector , this improvement is possible under the current maximum lengths set by directive 96 / 53 / ec without reducing the vehicle load capacity and threatening the economic equilibrium of the sector .


### in its policy orientations on road safety 2011 - 20207 , the commission set out measures to make vehicles safer and better protect vulnerable road users . the importance of visibility for vehicle drivers was also underlined in the commission’s report to the european parliament and the council on the implementation of directive 2007 / 38 / ec on the retrofitting of mirrors to heavy goods vehicles registered in the community8 . a new cab profile will also contribute to improving road safety by reducing the blind spot in the driver’s vision , including under the windscreen , which should help save the lives of many vulnerable road users such as pedestrians or cyclists . this new profile could also incorporate energy absorption structures in the event of a collision . the potential gain in the volume of the cab would also improve the driver’s comfort and safety . __________________ 7 com 389 8 com 258 ### in its policy orientations on road safety 2011 - 20207 , the commission set out measures to make vehicles safer and better protect vulnerable road users . the importance of visibility for vehicle drivers was also underlined in the commission’s report to the european parliament and the council on the implementation of directive 2007 / 38 / ec on the retrofitting of mirrors to heavy goods vehicles registered in the community8 . a new cab profile will also contribute to improving road safety by reducing the blind spot in the driver’s vision , including under the windscreen and to the side of the vehicle , which should help save the lives of many vulnerable road users such as pedestrians or cyclists . this new profile should also incorporate energy absorption structures in the event of a collision . the potential gain in the volume of the cab would also improve the driver’s comfort and safety . __________________ 7 com 389 8 com 258


### in its policy orientations on road safety 2011 - 20207 , the commission set out measures to make vehicles safer and better protect vulnerable road users . the importance of visibility for vehicle drivers was also underlined in the commission’s report to the european parliament and the council on the implementation of directive 2007 / 38 / ec on the retrofitting of mirrors to heavy goods vehicles registered in the community8 . a new cab profile will also contribute to improving road safety by reducing the blind spot in the drivers ' vision , including under the windscreen , which should help save the lives of many vulnerable road users such as pedestrians or cyclists . this new profile could also incorporate energy absorption structures in the event of a collision . the potential gain in the volume of the cab would also improve the driver ' s comfort and safety . __________________ 7 com 389 8 com 258 ### in its policy orientations on road safety 2011 - 20207 , the commission set out measures to make vehicles safer and better protect vulnerable road users . the importance of visibility for vehicle drivers was also underlined in the commission’s report to the european parliament and the council on the implementation of directive 2007 / 38 / ec on the retrofitting of mirrors to heavy goods vehicles registered in the community8 . however , safety improvements will not come automatically after the re - design and the extension of the cab . safety has to be addressed by the general safety regulation and under the corresponding unece legislation . in these legislations , additional safety measures may be introduced to reduce the blind spot in the driver’s vision , including under the windscreen and to avoid potential collisions so as to help save the lives of many vulnerable road users such as pedestrians or cyclists . this new profile could also incorporate energy absorption structures in the event of a collision . the potential gain in the volume of the cab would also improve the driver’s comfort and safety . __________________ 7 com 389 8 com 258


### in its policy orientations on road safety 2011 - 20207 , the commission set out measures to make vehicles safer and better protect vulnerable road users . the importance of visibility for vehicle drivers was also underlined in the commission’s report to the european parliament and the council on the implementation of directive 2007 / 38 / ec on the retrofitting of mirrors to heavy goods vehicles registered in the community8 . a new cab profile will also contribute to improving road safety by reducing the blind spot in the driver’s vision , including under the windscreen , which should help save the lives of many vulnerable road users such as pedestrians or cyclists . this new profile could also incorporate energy absorption structures in the event of a collision . the potential gain in the volume of the cab would also improve the driver ' s comfort and safety . __________________ 7 com 389 8 com 258 ### in its policy orientations on road safety 2011 - 20207 , the commission set out measures to make vehicles safer and better protect vulnerable road users . the importance of visibility for vehicle drivers was also underlined in the commission’s report to the european parliament and the council on the implementation of directive 2007 / 38 / ec on the retrofitting of mirrors to heavy goods vehicles registered in the community8 . a new cab profile will also contribute to improving road safety by reducing the blind spot in the driver’s vision , including under the windscreen and to the side of the vehicle , which should help save the lives of many vulnerable road users such as pedestrians or cyclists . this new profile should also incorporate energy absorption structures in the event of a collision and could be streamlined to deflect other road users in case of collisions to avoid overruns . whilst remaining within the dimensions laid down in directive 96 / 53 / ec , new cab designs should comply with improved direct vision requirements , energy absorption criteria and pedestrian protection requirements . the potential gain in the volume of the cab would also improve the driver’s comfort and safety . __________________ 7 com 389 8 com 258


### in the aim of improving the aerodynamic performance and road safety of vehicles or combinations of vehicles , vehicles or combinations of vehicles that meet the criteria set out in paragraph 2 below may exceed the maximum lengths provided for in point 1 . 1 of annex i . the main purpose of these exceedances is to allow the construction of tractor cabs improving the aerodynamic characteristics of vehicles or combinations of vehicles , and improving road safety . ### in the aim of improving road safety and the aerodynamic performance of vehicles or combinations of vehicles , vehicles or combinations of vehicles that meet the criteria set out in paragraph 2 below may not exceed the maximum lengths provided for in point 1 . 1 of annex i . tractor cab construction should improve the road safety of vehicles or combinations of vehicles , and improve their aerodynamic characteristics .


### to enable selection of the most cost - effective noise mitigation measures in accordance with the balanced approach so as to achieve the sustainable development of the airport and air traffic management network capacity from a gate - to - gate perspective . ### to enable selection of the most effective noise mitigation measures , taking account of both the health and the economic aspects , in accordance with the balanced approach so as to achieve the sustainable development of the airport and air traffic management network capacity from a gate - to - gate perspective .


### while noise assessments should take place on a regular basis , such assessments should only lead to additional noise abatement measures if the current combination of noise mitigating measures does not achieve the noise abatement objectives . ### while noise assessments should take place on a regular basis , such assessments should only lead to additional noise abatement measures if the current combination of noise mitigating measures , or the measures established by directive 2002 / 49 / ec of the european parliament and of the council of 25 june 2002 relating to the assessment and management of environmental noise1 , do not achieve the noise abatement objectives . additional noise abatement measures should be drawn up following a systematic process of environmental monitoring and control and be based on a conservative approach with the aim of identifying promptly the management and / or operational monitoring - based corrective actions required . __________________ 1 oj l 189 , 18 . 7 . 2002 , p . 12


### in addition competent authorities may take due account of following factors : ### in addition competent authorities shall take due account of following factors :


### noise abatement operational procedures ; ### noise abatement operational procedures , including the guidance of take off and landing routes ;


### consistent with the internal logic of regulation no 1370 / 2007 , it should be made clear that the transitional period until 2 december 2019 refers only to the obligation to organise competitive tendering procedures for public service contracts . ### consistent with the internal logic of regulation no 1370 / 2007 , it should be made clear that the transitional period until 2 december 2019 refers only to the obligation to organise competitive tendering procedures for public service contracts . the transitional period will allow member states to ensure that tendering processes respect the social objectives , as well as social and territorial cohesion as set out in the teu and the protocol no 26 of the tfeu .


### preparing railway undertakings for mandatory competitive tendering for public service contracts requires some extra time to allow effective and sustainable internal restructuring of companies to which such contracts were directly awarded in the past . transitional measures are therefore necessary for contracts directly awarded between the date of entry into force of this regulation and 3 december 2019 . ### preparing railway undertakings for optional competitive tendering for public service contracts and ensuring adequate level of social protection and good working conditions for the staff of public service operators in the concerned member state requires some extra time to allow effective and sustainable internal restructuring of companies to which such contracts were directly awarded in the past . transitional measures are in any case necessary for contracts directly awarded between the date of entry into force of this regulation and 3 december 2019 .


### operational requirements such as transport of bicycles , traffic management , contingency plan in case of disturbances . ### operational requirements such as transport of bicycles , prams , wheel chairs , luggage as well as traffic management , contingency plan in case of disturbances .


### in view of creating framework conditions for enabling society to fully reap the benefits of effective opening of the market for domestic passenger transport services by rail it is important that member states ensure an adequate level of social protection for the staff of public service operators . ### in view of creating framework conditions for enabling society to fully reap the benefits from a high - quality offer for domestic passenger transport services by rail it is important that member states guarantee a high level of social protection for the staff of public service operators against social dumping .


### the esf may support community - led local development strategies , as referred to in article 28 of regulation no [ &#8230 ; ] , territorial pacts and local initiatives for employment , education and social inclusion , as well as integrated territorial investments as referred to in article 99 of regulation no [ &#8230 ; ] . ### the esf may support community - led local development strategies , as referred to in article 28 of regulation no [ &#8230 ; ] , territorial pacts and local initiatives for employment , education , inclusion , citizen participation , youth and sport , as well as integrated territorial investments as referred to in article 99 of regulation no [ &#8230 ; ] .


### at the same time , it is crucial to support the development and competitiveness of european small and medium - sized enterprises and to ensure that people can adapt , through acquiring appropriate skills and through lifelong learning opportunities , to new challenges such as the shift to a knowledge - based economy , the digital agenda , and the transition to a low - carbon and more energy - efficient economy . by pursuing its primary thematic objectives , the esf should contribute to addressing these challenges . in this context , the esf should support the labour force transition towards greener skills and jobs , in particular in the energy efficiency , renewable energy and sustainable transport sectors , taking into account the union ' s intention to increase the proportion of the eu budget that is related to climate mainstreaming to at least 20% , with contributions from different policy fields . ### at the same time , it is crucial to support the ongoing development and competitiveness of european micro , small and medium - sized enterprises , including cultural and creative undertakings , and to ensure that people can adapt , through acquiring appropriate skills and through lifelong learning opportunities , to new challenges such as the shift to a knowledge - based economy , the digital agenda , and the transition to a low - carbon and more energy - efficient economy . by pursuing its primary thematic objectives , the esf should contribute to addressing these challenges . in this context , the esf should include the contribution of cultural and creative skills , encouraging access to lasting employment , and support the transition of workers towards greener skills and jobs , in particular in the energy efficiency , renewable energy and sustainable transport sectors , taking into account the union ' s intention to increase the proportion of the eu budget that is related to climate mainstreaming to at least 20% , with contributions from different policy fields .


### enhancing the competitiveness of small and medium - sized enterprises , through promoting the adaptability of enterprises and workers and increased investment in human capital . ### enhancing the ongoing development of micro , small and medium - sized enterprises , through promoting the adaptability of enterprises , business leaders and workers and increased investment in human capital , including training for young people and apprenticeship schemes .


### to encourage adequate participation of and access by non - governmental organisations to actions supported by the esf , notably in the fields of social inclusion , gender equality and equal opportunities , the managing authorities of an operational programme in a region as defined in article 82 of regulation no [ … ] or in member states eligible for cohesion fund support shall ensure that an appropriate amount of esf resources is allocated to capacity - building for non - governmental organisations . ### to encourage active participation of and adequate access by non - governmental organisations to actions supported by the esf , notably in the fields of social and cultural inclusion , gender equality and equal opportunities , the managing authorities of an operational programme in a region as defined in article 82 of regulation no [ … ] or in member states eligible for cohesion fund support shall ensure that an appropriate amount of esf resources is allocated to capacity - building for non - governmental organisations . .


### the esf shall benefit people , including disadvantaged groups such as the long - term unemployed , people with disabilities , migrants , ethnic minorities , marginalised communities and people facing social exclusion . the esf shall also provide support to enterprises , systems and structures with a view to facilitating their adaptation to new challenges and promoting good governance and the implementation of reforms , in particular in the fields of employment , education and social policies . ### the esf shall benefit people , including disadvantaged groups such as the long - term unemployed , people with disabilities , migrants , young people , children , ethnic minorities , marginalised communities or communities at risk of marginalisation and people facing social exclusion . the esf shall also provide support to organisations , systems and structures with a view to facilitating their adaptation to new challenges and promoting good governance and the implementation of reforms , in particular in the fields of socio - cultural and cultural activity , employment , education , social policies and sport .


### enhancing access to lifelong learning , upgrading the skills and competences of the workforce and increasing the labour market relevance of education and training systems ; ### access to lifelong learning , upgrading the skills , knowledge , qualifications and competences of workers ;


### employees should have the possibility to report breaches to the principles delimiting their protection as established by this legislation . member states should define the consequences for those having infringed the principles of protection of reporter and should adopt penalties when relevant . ### employees should have the possibility to report breaches of the principles delimiting their protection as established by this legislation and should not be penalised for reporting such breaches . member states should define the consequences for those having infringed the principles of protection of persons involved in the reporting and should adopt penalties when relevant .


### each member state shall establish a body responsible for the implementation of this article . employees can report to this body infringements to the rules established by this article . where appropriate , the designated body shall propose to its member state the adoption of penalties as referred to in article 21 towards the employer . ### each member state shall establish a body responsible for the implementation of this article . employees can report to this body infringements to the rules established by this article and shall not be penalised for reporting such infringements . they may copy the commission when reporting such infringements and / or report them directly to the commission . where appropriate , the designated body shall propose to its member state the adoption of penalties as referred to in article 21 towards the employer .


### a ' just culture ' environment should encourage individuals to report safety related information . it should however not absolve individuals from their normal responsibilities . in this context , employees should not be punished on the basis of information they have provided in application of this regulation , expect in case of gross negligence . ### a ' just culture ' environment should encourage individuals to report safety related information . it should however not absolve individuals from their normal responsibilities . in this context , employees should not be punished on the basis of information provided in application of this regulation , expect in case of gross negligence .


### member states should ensure that publicly accessible infrastructure for the supply of hydrogen to motor vehicles is built up , with distances between refuelling points for motor vehicles allowing area covering circulation of hydrogen vehicles within the national territory , as well as a certain number of refuelling points located in urban agglomerations . this would allow hydrogen vehicles to circulate union - wide . ### member states selecting this option should endeavour to ensure that publicly accessible infrastructure for the supply of hydrogen to motor vehicles is built up , with distances between refuelling points for motor vehicles allowing area covering circulation of hydrogen vehicles within the national territory , as well as a certain number of refuelling points located in urban agglomerations .


### member states shall ensure that publicly accessible lng refuelling points for maritime and inland waterway transport are provided in all maritime ports of the trans - european transport core network by 31 december 2020 at the latest . ### member states shall endeavour to ensure that publicly accessible lng refuelling points for maritime and inland waterway transport are provided in all maritime ports of the trans - european transport core network by 31 december 2020 at the latest .


### electricity is a clean fuel particularly attractive for deployment of electric vehicles and electric two - wheelers in urban agglomerations which can contribute to improving air quality and reducing noise . member states should ensure that recharging points for electric vehicles are built up with sufficient coverage , at least twice the number of vehicles , and 10% of them publicly accessible , focusing in particular on urban agglomerations . private owners of electric vehicles depend to a large extent on access to recharging points in collective parking lots , such as in apartment blocks , office and business locations . regulatory provisions should be set up by public authorities , assisting citizens by ensuring that the appropriate infrastructure with sufficient electric vehicle recharging points is provided by the site developers and managers . ### electricity generated by renewable sources is a clean fuel particularly attractive for deployment of electric vehicles and electric two - wheelers in urban agglomerations which can contribute to improving air quality and reducing noise . member states should endeavour to ensure that recharging points for electric vehicles , in particular those used for collective transport , as well as electric bicycles , scooters and motorcycles are built up with sufficient coverage , 10% of them publicly accessible , focusing in particular on urban agglomerations . private owners of electric vehicles depend to a large extent on access to recharging points in collective parking lots , such as in apartment blocks , office and business locations . regulatory provisions should be set up by public authorities , assisting citizens by ensuring that the appropriate infrastructure with sufficient electric vehicle recharging points is provided by the site developers and managers .


### your right to agree to surrender – you have the right to agree to being surrendered under a european arrest warrant . this should speed the procedure up . – if you agree to be surrendered , it may be difficult to change your decision at a later stage . you should speak to a lawyer before deciding whether or not to agree to surrender . ### surrender – you can agree to be surrendered to the country seeking your surrender under a european arrest warrant . you do not have to agree to be surrendered . – if you agree to be surrendered , it may be difficult to change your decision at a later stage . – you should speak to a lawyer before deciding whether or not to agree to surrender . there are particular grounds you can rely on to prevent surrender . a lawyer can assist you in deciding whether they apply in your case .