### enhancing growth and competitiveness of smes ; ### enhancing sustainable growth and competitiveness of smes , including social economy enterprises ;


### investments in ten - t ; ### investments in ten - t including for improving the safety of existing bridges and tunnels ;


### promoting the transition to a circular economy ; ### promoting the transition to a circular economy , in particular towards the achievement of the waste recycling and reuse targets as defined in directive 2008 / 98 / ec and directive 94 / 62 / ec , as well as the landfilling reduction targets as defined in directive 1999 / 31 / ec ;


### specific attention should be paid to outermost regions , namely by adopting measures under article 349 of the tfeu providing for an additional allocation for the outermost regions to offset the additional costs incurred in these regions as a result of one or several of the permanent restraints referred to in article 349 of the tfeu , namely remoteness , insularity , small size , difficult topography and climate , economic dependence on a few products , the permanence and combination of which severely restrain their development . this allocation can cover investments , operating costs and public service obligations aimed at offsetting additional costs caused by such restraints . operating aid may cover expenditure on freight transport services and start - up aid for transport services as well as expenditure on operations linked to storage constraints , the excessive size and maintenance of production tools , and the lack of human capital in the local market . in order to protect the integrity of the internal market , and as is the case for all operations co - financed by the erdf and the cohesion fund , any erdf support to the financing of operating and investment aid in the outermost regions should comply with state aid rules as set out in articles 107 and 108 of the tfeu . ### specific attention should be paid to outermost regions , namely by adopting measures under article 349 of the tfeu providing for an additional allocation for the outermost regions to offset the additional costs incurred in these regions as a result of one or several of the permanent restraints referred to in article 349 of the tfeu , namely remoteness , insularity , small size , difficult topography and climate , economic dependence on a few products , the permanence and combination of which severely restrain their development . this allocation can cover investments , operating costs and public service obligations aimed at offsetting additional costs caused by such restraints . operating aid may cover expenditure on freight transport services , green logistics , mobility management and start - up aid for transport services as well as expenditure on operations linked to storage constraints , the excessive size and maintenance of production tools , and the lack of human capital in the local market . in order to protect the integrity of the internal market , and as is the case for all operations co - financed by the erdf and the cohesion fund , any erdf support to the financing of operating and investment aid in the outermost regions should comply with state aid rules as set out in articles 107 and 108 of the tfeu .


### for the purposes of this article , the gross national income ratio means the ratio between the gross national income per capita of a member state , measured in purchasing power standards and calculated on the basis of union figures for the period from 2014 to 2016 , and the average gross national income per capita in purchasing power standards of the 27 member states for that same reference period . ### for the purposes of this article , the classification of regions according to one of the three categories of regions shall be determined by comparing gdp per capita in each region , expressed in purchasing power parities , calculated on the basis of union figures for the period 2014 - 2016 and the average gdp of the eu - 27 for the same reference period , and taking into account the 2016 - 2018 reorganisation of territorial divisions according to the common classification of territorial units for statistics , including the newly formed statistical regions in the czech republic , lithuania and other member states .


### enhancing biodiversity , green infrastructure in the urban environment , and reducing pollution ; ### protecting and enhancing biodiversity ;


### member states shall ensure an appropriate balance between investments under points and . ### member states shall ensure at least 50% of investments under point .


### reflecting the importance of tackling climate change in line with the union ' s commitments to implement the paris agreement and the united nations sustainable development goals , the funds will contribute to mainstream climate actions and to the achievement of an overall target of 25 % of the eu budget expenditure supporting climate objectives . operations under the erdf are expected to contribute 30 % of the overall financial envelope of the erdf to climate objectives . operations under the cohesion fund are expected to contribute 37% of the overall financial envelope of the cohesion fund to climate objectives . ### reflecting the importance of tackling climate change in view of contributing to the financing of necessary actions to fulfil the union ' s commitments to implement the paris agreement and the united nations sustainable development goals , the funds will contribute to mainstream climate actions and to the achievement of an overall target of at least 30 % of the eu budget expenditure supporting climate objectives . operations under the erdf should contribute 50 % of the overall financial envelope of the erdf to climate objectives . operations under the cohesion fund should contribute 55 % of the overall financial envelope of the cohesion fund to climate objectives . following the recommendations of the european court of auditors in its special report no 31 / 2016 , climate mainstreaming and climate proofing mechanisms should be an integral part of programming and implementation , in particular project selection , and materialized ex - ante .


### in order to support the efforts of member states and regions in facing new challenges and ensuring a high level of security for their citizens as well as the prevention of radicalisation , while relying on the synergies and complementarities with other union policies , investments under the erdf should contribute to security in areas where there is a need to ensure safe and secure public spaces and critical infrastructure , such as transport and energy . ### in order to support the efforts of member states and regions in facing new challenges and ensuring inclusive societies as well as the prevention of marginalisation and radicalisation , while relying on the synergies and complementarities with other union policies , investments under the erdf should contribute to cohesive societies and social infrastructure .


### developing skills for smart specialisation , industrial transition and entrepreneurship ; ### developing skills and strategies , and building capacities for smart specialisation , circular economy , just transition including decarbonisation of the economies , social innovation and entrepreneurship ;


### upon request from one or more member states , the european urban initiative may also support inter - governmental cooperation on urban matters . ### upon request from one or more member states , the european urban initiative may also support inter - governmental cooperation on urban matters such as the territorial agenda of the european union and the localisation of the un sustainable development goals .


### ' a greener , low - carbon europe by promoting clean and fair energy transition , green and blue investment , the circular economy , climate adaptation and risk prevention and management by : ### ' a greener , zero - carbon europe by promoting clean and fair energy and transport transition , environmentally friendly industry , green and blue investment , the circular economy , combating and adapting to climate change and risk prevention and management by :


### in order to maximise the contribution to territorial development , actions in this field should be based on integrated territorial strategies including in urban areas . therefore , the erdf support should be delivered through the forms set out in article 22 of regulation 2018 / xxxx [ new cpr ] ensuring appropriate involvement of local , regional and urban authorities . ### in order to maximise the contribution to territorial development , actions in this field should be based on integrated territorial strategies including in urban areas . therefore , the erdf support should be delivered through the forms set out in article 22 of regulation 2018 / xxxx [ new cpr ] ensuring appropriate involvement of local , regional and urban authorities , economic and social partners and representatives of civil society and non - governmental organisations .


### rco 34 - additional capacity for waste recycling ### rco 34 - additional capacity for waste prevention and recycling


### the erdf shall support integrated territorial development based on territorial strategies in accordance with article [ 23 ] of regulation 2018 / xxxx [ new cpr ] focused on urban areas within programmes under both goals referred to in article 4 of that regulation . ### the erdf shall support integrated territorial development based on territorial strategies in accordance with article [ 23 ] of regulation 2018 / xxxx [ new cpr ] focused on urban areas ' ) within programmes under both goals referred to in article 4 of that regulation .


### this regulation should set out the different types of activities the costs of which may be supported by means of investments from the erdf and the cohesion fund , under their respective objectives as set out in the tfeu . the cohesion fund should be able to support investments in the environment and in ten - t . with regard to the erdf , the list of activities should be simplified and it should be able to support investments in infrastructure , investments in relation to access to services , productive investments in sme ' s , equipment , software and intangible assets , as well as measures with regard to information , communication , studies , networking , cooperation , exchange of experiences and activities involving clusters . in order to support the programme implementation , both funds should also be able to support technical assistance activities . finally , in order to support provide for a broader range of interventions for interreg programmes , the scope should be enlarged to also include the sharing a broad range of facilities and human resources and costs linked to measures within the scope of the esf + . ### this regulation should set out the different types of activities the costs of which may be supported by means of investments from the erdf and the cohesion fund , under their respective objectives as set out in the tfeu . the cohesion fund should be able to support investments in the environment and in ten - t in a balanced manner . with regard to the erdf , the list of activities should be simplified and it should be able to support investments in infrastructure , investments in housing , investments in relation to access to services with a particular focus on disadvantaged , marginalised and segregated communities , productive investments in sme ' s , equipment , software and intangible assets , as well as measures with regard to information , communication , studies , networking , cooperation , exchange of experiences between partners and activities involving clusters . in order to support the programme implementation , both funds should also be able to support technical assistance activities . finally , in order to support provide for a broader range of interventions for interreg programmes , the scope should be enlarged to also include the sharing a broad range of facilities and human resources and costs linked to measures within the scope of the esf + .


### the erdf may support integrated territorial development within programmes under both goals referred to in article 4 of regulation 2018 / xxxx [ new cpr ] in accordance with chapter ii of title iii of that regulation [ new cpr ] . ### the erdf shall support integrated territorial development within programmes under both goals referred to in article 4 of regulation 2018 / xxxx [ new cpr ] in accordance with chapter ii of title iii of that regulation [ new cpr ] .


### where known , the end - use and end - user of the dual - use items . ### the end - use and end - user of the dual - use items .


### member states shall provide to the commission all appropriate information for the preparation of the report . this annual report shall be public . ### member states shall provide to the commission all appropriate information for the preparation of the report . this annual report shall be public . member states shall also disclose publically , in a timely and easily accessible manner , meaningful information on the volume , nature of equipment , and destination of their trade in dual - use items , as well as information regarding approved or denied exports , in order to enable appropriate oversight by elected representatives , independent bodies and the public . human rights risk assessments undertaken by competent authorities and the corresponding statements by exporters regarding authorized or denied export licenses should also be made publically available . all information referred to in this paragraph shall be published on the website of the national export licence authority or on a dedicated union level website .


### proposal for a regulation of the european parliament and of the council establishing a european labour authority ### proposal for a regulation of the european parliament and of the council establishing a european labour authority and social security


### the authority shall regularly report its findings to the commission , as well as directly to the member states concerned , outlining possible measures to address identified weaknesses . ### the authority shall regularly report , after discussion with the stakeholder group , its findings to the commission and the european parliament , as well as directly to the member states concerned , outlining possible measures to address identified weaknesses . the report shall be published by 15th march of the following year at the latest , and taken into account by the country - specific recommendations , when relevant .


### the authority shall regularly report its findings to the commission , as well as directly to the member states concerned , outlining possible measures to address identified weaknesses . ### the authority shall regularly report its findings to the commission and the european parliament , as well as directly to the member states concerned , outlining possible measures to address identified weaknesses .


### the member states and the commission should be represented on a management board , in order to ensure the effective functioning of the authority . the composition of the management board , including the selection of its chair and deputy - chair , should respect the principles of gender balance , experience and qualification . in view of the effective and efficient functioning of the authority , the management board , in particular , should adopt an annual work programme , carry out its functions relating to the authority’s budget , adopt the financial rules applicable to the authority , appoint an executive director , and establish procedures for taking decisions relating to the operational tasks of the authority by the executive director . representatives from countries other than union member states , which are applying the union rules within the scope of the authority , may participate in the meetings of the management board as observers . ### the member states , the social partners , experts nominated by the european parliament , and the commission should be represented on a management board , in order to ensure the effective functioning of the authority . the composition of the management board , including the selection of its chairs , should respect the principles of gender balance , experience and qualification . in view of the effective and efficient functioning of the authority , the management board , in particular , should adopt an annual work programme , carry out its functions relating to the authority’s budget , adopt the financial rules applicable to the authority , appoint an executive director , and establish procedures for taking decisions relating to the operational tasks of the authority by the executive director . representatives from countries other than union member states , which are applying the union rules within the scope of the authority , may participate in the meetings of the management board as observers .


### the stakeholder group shall be composed of six representatives of union - level social partners equally representing trade unions and employer’s organisations , and two representatives of the commission . ### the stakeholder group shall be composed of ten representatives of union - level and / or national social partners equally representing trade unions and employer’s organisations of which at least six represent a sectorial interest , 6 representatives of civil society organisations ; eight representatives of civil society organisations ; and two representatives of the commission .


### facilitate access to information by individuals and employers on rights and obligations in cross - border situations as well as access to cross - border labour mobility services , in accordance with articles 6 and 7 ; ### facilitate and improve access to information by individuals and employers on rights and obligations in cross - border situations related to free movement as well as access to relevant services , including social services , in particular health care and cross - border labour mobility services , in accordance with articles 6 and 7 ;


### mediate and facilitate a solution in cases of cross - border disputes between national authorities or labour market disruptions . ### mediate and facilitate a solution in cases of cross - border disputes between national authorities or labour market disruptions , labour market disruptions or cross - border enforcement problems .


### to increase member states ' capacity to tackle irregularities with a cross - border dimension in relation to union law within its scope , the authority should support the national authorities in carrying out concerted and joint inspections , including by facilitating the implementation of the inspections in accordance with article 10 of directive 2014 / 67 / eu . these should take place at the request of member states or upon their agreement to the authority ' s suggestion . the authority should provide strategic , logistical , and technical support to member states participating in the concerted or joint inspections in full respect of confidentiality requirements . inspections should be carried out in agreement with the member states concerned and take place fully within the legal framework of national law of member states concerned , which should follow up on the outcomes of the concerted and joint inspections according to national law . ### to increase member states ' capacity , to ensure protection of people exercising their free movement rights and to tackle irregularities with a cross - border dimension in relation to union law within its scope , the authority should support the national authorities and social partners in carrying out national concerted and joint inspections , including by facilitating the implementation of the inspections in accordance with article 10 of directive 2014 / 67 / eu . these should take place at the request of member states or upon their agreement to the authority ' s suggestion . the authority should provide strategic , logistical , and technical support to member states participating in the national concerted or joint inspections in full respect of confidentiality requirements . inspections should be carried out in agreement with the member states concerned and take place fully within the legal framework of national law of member states concerned , which should follow up on the outcomes of the national concerted and joint inspections according to national law .


### a european labour authority should be established in order to help strengthen fairness and trust in the single market . to that effect , the authority should support the member states and the commission in strengthening access to information for individuals and employers about their rights and obligations in cross - border labour mobility situations as well as access to relevant services , support compliance and cooperation between the member states to ensure the effective application of the union law in these areas , and mediate and facilitate a solution in case of cross - border disputes or labour market disruptions . ### a european labour and social security authority should be established in order to help strengthen social justice and trust in the single market . to that effect , the authority should support the member states and the commission in strengthening access to information for individuals and employers about their rights and obligations in cross - border labour mobility and other situations as well as access to relevant services , support compliance and cooperation between the member states to ensure the effective application and enforcement of the union law in these areas , and mediate and facilitate a solution in case of cross - border disputes or labour market disruptions .


### the objective of the authority shall be to contribute to ensuring fair labour mobility in the internal market . to this end , the authority shall : ### the objective of the authority shall be to contribute to ensuring non - precarious mobility in the european union market . to this end , the authority shall :


### provide relevant information on the rights and obligations of individuals in cross - border labour mobility situations ; ### provide relevant information on all rights and obligations of individuals in cross - border mobility situations especially with regard to social security rights , taxation , rights at work and social protection ;


### the management board shall elect a chairperson and a deputy chairperson from among the members with voting rights , and shall strive for gender balance . the chairperson and the deputy chairperson shall be elected by a majority of two - thirds of the members of the management board with voting rights . ### the management board shall elect two chairpersons from among the members with voting rights , who shall be elected respecting the gender balance . the chair persons shall be elected by a majority of two - thirds of the members of the management board with voting rights


### this regulation establishes the european labour authority . ### this regulation establishes the european labour and social security authority .


### the authority shall assist member states and the commission in matters relating to cross - border labour mobility and the coordination of social security systems within the union . ### the authority shall contribute to the consistent , efficient and effective application of european labour and social legislation as well as equal access to social security and adequate social protection for all persons using their free movement rights . the authority shall assist member states and the commission in matters relating to cross - border labour mobility and the coordination of social security systems within the union .


### notwithstanding paragraph 1 , holders of copyright and related rights or those holding any other rights in the content of online content services may require that the service provider make use of effective means in order to verify that the online content service is provided in conformity with article 3 , provided that the required means are reasonable and do not go beyond what is necessary in order to achieve their purpose . ### notwithstanding paragraph 1 , holders of copyright and related rights or those holding any other rights in the content of online content services may contractually oblige the service provider to make use of means adopted pursuant to article 7a in order to verify that the online content service is provided in conformity with this regulation .


### service providers should ensure that their subscribers are properly informed about the conditions of enjoyment of online content services in member states other than the member state of residence of the subscribers . the regulation enables right holders to require that the service provider make use of effective means in order to verify that the online content service is provided in conformity with this regulation . it is necessary , however , to ensure that the required means are reasonable and do not go beyond what is necessary in order to achieve this purpose . examples of the necessary technical and organisational measures may include sampling of ip address instead of constant monitoring of location , transparent information to the individuals about the methods used for the verification and its purposes , and appropriate security measures . considering that for purposes of the verification what matters is not the location , but rather , in which member state the subscriber is accessing the service , precise location data should not be collected and processed for this purpose . similarly , where authentication of a subscriber is sufficient in order to deliver the service provided , identification of the subscriber should not be required . ### service providers should ensure that their subscribers are properly informed about the conditions of enjoyment of online content services in member states other than the member state of residence of the subscribers . the regulation enables right holders to contractually oblige the service provider to make use of effective means in order to verify that the online content service is provided in conformity with this regulation . right holders may withhold the rights licenced to a service provider if the provider cannot demonstrate upon request that it is carrying out the residency verifications in accordance with this regulation . it is necessary , however , to ensure that the required means of authentication and verification are effective while also reasonable and do not go beyond what is necessary in order to achieve this purpose . examples of the necessary technical and organisational measures may include sampling of ip address instead of constant monitoring of location , transparent information to the individuals about the methods used for the verification and its purposes , and appropriate security measures . considering that for purposes of the verification what matters is not the location , but rather , in which member state the subscriber is accessing the service , precise location data should not be collected and processed for this purpose . similarly , where authentication of a subscriber is sufficient in order to deliver the service provided , identification of the subscriber should not be required .


### the provision of an online content service to , as well as the access to and the use of this service by , a subscriber , in accordance with article 3 , shall be deemed to occur solely in the member state of residence including for the purposes of directive 96 / 9 / ec , directive 2001 / 29 / ec , directive 2006 / 115 / ec , directive 2009 / 24 and directive 2010 / 13 / eu . ### the provision of an online content service under this regulation to a subscriber who is temporarily present in a member state , as well as the access to and the use of this service by a subscriber shall be deemed to occur solely in their member state of residence . such localisation shall be deemed to occur without altering the territorial scope of the rights contractually acquired by the service provider .


### has commercial value because it is secret ; ### has significant commercial value because it is secret and because the disclosure of it will be significantly detrimental to the legitimate economic interest of the person lawfully controlling it ;


### ’infringing goods’ means goods whose design , quality , manufacturing process or marketing significantly benefits from trade secrets unlawfully acquired , used or disclosed . ### ' unlawful goods ' means goods that are placed on the market whose design , quality , manufacturing process or marketing are demonstrated to benefit from trade secrets unlawfully acquired , used or disclosed .


### this directive lays down rules on the protection against the unlawful acquisition , disclosure and use of trade secrets . ### this directive lays down rules on the protection against the unlawful acquisition , disclosure and use of undisclosed know - how and business information , without the authorisation of the natural or legal persons that are lawfully controlling them and in a manner that is contrary to honest commercial practices .


### exercise of the right of workers representatives to information and consultation in accordance with union and national law and / or practices ; ### exercise of the right of workers or workers’ representatives to information and consultation in accordance with union and national law and / or practices ;


### open innovation is an important lever for the creation of new knowledge and underpins the emergence of new and innovative business models based on the use of co - created knowledge . trade secrets have an important role in protecting the exchange of knowledge between businesses within and across the borders of the internal market in the context of research and development and innovation . collaborative research , including cross - border cooperation , is particularly important to increase the levels of business research and development within the internal market . open innovation is a catalyst for new ideas to find their way to the market meeting the needs of consumers and tackling societal challenges . in an internal market where barriers to such cross - border collaboration are minimised and where cooperation is not distorted , intellectual creation and innovation should encourage investment in innovative processes , services and products . such an environment conducive to intellectual creation and innovation is also important for employment growth and improving competitiveness of the union economy . trade secrets are amongst the most used form of protection of intellectual creation and innovative know - how by businesses , yet they are at the same time the least protected by the existing union legal framework against their unlawful acquisition , use or disclosure by third parties . ### open innovation is a catalyst for new ideas to find their way to the market meeting the needs of consumers and tackling societal challenges . it is an important lever for the creation of new knowledge and underpins the emergence of new and innovative business models based on the use of co - created knowledge . collaborative research , including cross - border cooperation , is particularly important to increase the levels of business research and development within the internal market . such an environment conducive to intellectual creation and innovation and where employment mobility is ensured is also important for employment growth and improving competitiveness of the union economy . trade secrets have a role in protecting the exchange of knowledge between businesses within and across the borders of the internal market in the context of research and development and innovation . nevertheless this role should not to be the detriment of innovation .


### to restrict access to any document containing trade secrets submitted by the parties or third parties , in whole or in part ; ### to restrict access to any document containing trade secrets submitted by the parties or third parties , in whole or in part , provided that both parties involved or their representative have access to them ;


### avoids the creation of barriers to legitimate trade in the internal market . ### avoids the creation of barriers to legitimate trade , competition and worker mobility in the internal market .


### member states shall ensure that the competent judicial authorities have , in respect of the measures referred to in article 9 , the authority to require the applicant to provide evidence that may reasonably be considered available in order to satisfy themselves that a trade secret exists , that the applicant is the legitimate trade secret holder and that the trade secret has been acquired unlawfully , that the trade secret is being unlawfully used or disclosed , or that an unlawful acquisition , use or disclosure of the trade secret is imminent . ### member states shall ensure that the competent judicial authorities have , in respect of the measures referred to in article 9 , the authority to require the applicant to provide evidence that the matter involved qualifies as a trade secret , that the applicant is the legitimate trade secret holder and that the trade secret has been acquired unlawfully , that the trade secret is being unlawfully used or disclosed .


### member states shall ensure that the competent judicial authorities have , in respect of the measures referred to in article 9 , the authority to require the applicant to provide evidence that may reasonably be considered available in order to satisfy themselves that a trade secret exists , that the applicant is the legitimate trade secret holder and that the trade secret has been acquired unlawfully , that the trade secret is being unlawfully used or disclosed , or that an unlawful acquisition , use or disclosure of the trade secret is imminent . ### member states shall ensure that the competent judicial authorities have , in respect of the measures referred to in article 9 , the authority to require the applicant to provide evidence that may reasonably be considered available in order to satisfy themselves that the&#160 ; know - how or business information involved qualifies as a trade secret , that the applicant is the legitimate trade secret holder and that the trade secret has been acquired unlawfully , that the trade secret is being unlawfully used or disclosed , or that an unlawful acquisition , use or disclosure of the trade secret is imminent .


### the cybersecurity competence community shall consist of industry , academic and non - profit research organisations , and associations as well as public entities and other entities dealing with operational and technical matters . it shall bring together the main stakeholders with regard to cybersecurity technological and industrial capacities in the union . it shall involve national coordination centres as well as union institutions and bodies with relevant expertise . . ### the cybersecurity competence community shall consist of industry , including smes and associations of smes , the european standardisation organisations , academic and non - profit research organisations , and associations as well as public entities and other entities dealing with operational and technical matters . it shall bring together the stakeholders with regard to cybersecurity technological and industrial capacities in the union . it shall involve national coordination centres as well as union institutions and bodies with relevant expertise .


### the commission may invite observers , including representatives of relevant union bodies , offices and agencies , to take part in the meetings of the governing board as appropriate . ### the governing board may invite observers , including representatives of relevant union bodies , offices and agencies , to take part in the meetings of the governing board as appropriate .


### having regard to the state - of - the - art cybersecurity industrial and research infrastructures and related services , acquiring , upgrading , operating and making available such infrastructures and related services to a wide range of users across the union from industry including smes , the public sector and the research and scientific community ; ### acquiring , upgrading , operating and making available own facilities and related services to a wide range of users and stakeholders ;


### the executive director shall be appointed by the governing board from a list of candidates proposed by the commission , following an open and transparent selection procedure . ### the executive director shall be appointed by the governing board from a list of candidates proposed by the commission , following an open , transparent and non - discriminatory selection procedure .


### improve the understanding of cybersecurity and contribute to reducing skills gaps in the union related to cybersecurity by carrying out the following tasks : ### improve the understanding of cybersecurity , contribute to reducing skills gaps in the union related to cybersecurity and build a strong cyber skills base by carrying out the following tasks :


### facilitating the participation of industry and other actors at the member state level in cross - border projects ; ### promoting , encouraging and facilitating the participation of civil society , industry , in particular start - ups and smes , academic and research community , and other actors at the member state level in cross - border projects ;


### having regard to the state - of - the - art cybersecurity industrial and research infrastructures and related services , providing support to other entities , including financially , to acquiring , upgrading , operating and making available such infrastructures and related services to a wide range of users across the union from industry including smes , the public sector and the research and scientific community ; ### providing support to other entities , including financially , to acquiring , upgrading , operating and making available such facilities and related services to a wide range of users and stakeholders ;


### contribute to the wide deployment of state - of - the - art cyber security products and solutions across the economy , by carrying out the following tasks : ### contribute to the wide deployment of state - of - the - art and sustainable cybersecurity products and solutions across the union , by carrying out the following tasks :


### prepare an action plan following - up conclusions of internal or external audit reports , as well as investigations by the european anti - fraud office and reporting on progress twice a year to the commission and regularly to the governing board ; ### prepare an action plan following - up conclusions of internal or external audit reports , as well as investigations by the european anti - fraud office and reporting on progress twice a year to the commission and the european parliament and regularly to the governing board ;


### retain and develop the cybersecurity technological and industrial capacities necessary to secure its digital single market ; ### develop the civilian cybersecurity technological , industrial , societal , academic and research capacities and capabilities ;


### enhance cybersecurity capabilities , knowledge and infrastructures at the service of industries , the public sector and research communities , by carrying out the following tasks : ### enhance cybersecurity resilience , capabilities , knowledge and infrastructures at the service of society , industries , the public sector and research communities , by carrying out the following tasks , having regard to the state - of - the - art cybersecurity industrial and research infrastructures and related services :


### the industrial and scientific advisory board shall consist of no more than 16 members . the members shall be appointed by the governing board from among the representatives of the entities of the cybersecurity competence community . ### the industrial and scientific advisory board shall consist of no more than 16 members . the members shall be appointed by the governing board from among the representatives of the entities of the cybersecurity competence community according to an open , transparent and non - discriminatory procedure . the board shall include at least three members each from industry , academic community and civil society including consumer organisations .


### therefore , cross - border provision of online services ancillary to broadcast and retransmissions of television and radio programmes originating in other member states should be facilitated by adapting the legal framework on the exercise of copyright and related rights relevant for those activities . ### therefore , cross - border provision of online services of broadcasters and retransmissions of television and radio programmes originating in other member states should be facilitated by adapting the legal framework on the exercise of copyright and related rights relevant for those activities .


### through the principle of contractual freedom it will be possible to continue limiting the exploitation of the rights affected by the principle of country of origin laid down in this regulation , especially as far as certain technical means of transmission or certain language versions are concerned , provided that any such limitations of the exploitation of those rights are in compliance with union law . ### it is important to recall that , through the principle of contractual freedom , it will be possible to continue limiting the exploitation of the rights affected by the principle of country of origin laid down in this regulation , as the implementation ofdirective 93 / 83 / eec has proven , especially as far as certain technical means of transmission or certain language versions and the nature and execution of certain contracts are concerned , provided that any such limitations of the exploitation of those rights are in compliance with national and union law .


### ' retransmission ' means any simultaneous , unaltered and unabridged retransmission , other than cable retransmission as defined in directive 93 / 83 / eec and other than retransmission provided over an internet access service as defined in regulation 2015 / 2120 of the european parliament and of the council19 , intended for reception by the public of an initial transmission from another member state , by wire or over the air , including that by satellite but excluding online transmission , of television or radio programmes intended for the reception by the public , provided that such retransmission is made by a party other than the broadcasting organisation which made the initial transmission or under whose control and responsibility such transmission was made . _________________ 19 regulation 2015 / 2120 of the european parliament and of the council of 25 november 2015 laying down measures concerning open internet access and amending directive 2002 / 22 / ec on universal service and users’ rights relating to electronic communications networks and services and regulation no 531 / 2012 on roaming on public mobile communications networks within the union , oj l 310 , 26 . 11 . 2015 , p . 1 . ### ' retransmission ' means any unaltered retransmission , other than cable retransmission as defined in directive 93 / 83 / eec , intended for reception by the public of an initial transmission from another member state , by wire or over the air , including that by satellite , of television or radio programmes intended for the reception by the public , provided that such retransmission is made by a party other than the broadcasting organisation which made the initial transmission or under whose control and responsibility such transmission was made .


### application of the principle of ‘ country of origin’ to ancillary online services ### application of the principle of ‘ country of origin’ to online services


### when fixing the amount of the payment to be made for the rights subject to the country of origin principle as set out in paragraph 1 , the parties shall take into account all aspects of the ancillary online service such as the features of the ancillary online service , the audience , and the language version . ### for the rights subject to the country of origin principle as set out in paragraph 1 , appropriate additional remuneration shall be fixed by the parties . when calculating the amount of that appropriate additional remuneration all aspects of the online service shall be taken into account in particular its features , the potential size of the audience , having regard to the relevant language version , and the duration of online availability . to ensure cultural diversity , an industry agreement shall ensure higher than average additional remuneration for niche artistic works . it shall not be possible to waive the additional remuneration . such additional remuneration shall be disclosed separately to the right owners in the contract from the total remuneration and may not be ceded except to a collective management society in advance . if the right owner decides to cede this claim , only the collective management society may claim the additional remuneration . any management costs incurred for this purpose shall be disclosed individually . such an arrangement shall not preclude collective agreements , operating agreements or joint remuneration rules for broadcasters , insofar as they guarantee appropriate additional remuneration .


### when fixing the amount of the payment to be made for the rights subject to the country of origin principle as set out in paragraph 1 , the parties shall take into account all aspects of the ancillary online service such as the features of the ancillary online service , the audience , and the language version . ### when fixing the amount of the payment to be made for the rights subject to the country of origin principle as set out in paragraph 1 , the parties shall take into account all aspects of the online service such as the features of the online service , the audience , and the language version .


### the acts of communication to the public and of making available occurring when providing an ancillary online service by or under the control and responsibility of a broadcasting organisation as well as the acts of reproduction which are necessary for the provision of , the access to or the use of the ancillary online service shall , for the purposes of exercising copyright and related rights relevant for these acts , be deemed to occur solely in the member state in which the broadcasting organisation has its principal establishment . ### the acts of communication to the public and of making available occurring when providing an online service by or under the control and responsibility of a broadcasting organisation as well as the acts of reproduction which are necessary for the provision of , the access to or the use of the online service shall , for the purposes of exercising copyright and related rights relevant for these acts , be deemed to occur solely in the member state in which the broadcasting organisation has its principal establishment .


### since the objective of this regulation , namely promoting the cross - border provision of ancillary online services and facilitating retransmissions of television and radio programmes originating in other member states , cannot be sufficiently achieved by member states and can therefore , by reason of the scale and effects , be better achieved at union level , the union may adopt measures in accordance with the principle of subsidiarity as set out in article 5 of the treaty on european union . in accordance with the principle of proportionality , as set out in that article , this regulation does not go beyond what is necessary in order to achieve its objective . as concerns the cross - border provision of ancillary online services , this regulation establishes enabling mechanisms to facilitate the clearance of copyright and related rights . this regulation does not oblige broadcasting organisations to provide such services across borders . neither does this regulation oblige operators of retransmission services to include in their services television or radio programmes originating in other member states . this regulation concerns only the exercise of certain retransmission rights to the extent necessary to simplify the licensing of copyright and related rights for such services and only with regard to television and radio programmes originating in other member states of the union , ### since the objective of this regulation , namely promoting the cross - border provision of online services and facilitating retransmissions of television and radio content originating in other member states , cannot be sufficiently achieved by member states and can therefore , by reason of the scale and effects , be better achieved at union level , the union may adopt measures in accordance with the principle of subsidiarity as set out in article 5 of the treaty on european union . in accordance with the principle of proportionality , as set out in that article , this regulation does not go beyond what is necessary in order to achieve its objective . as concerns the cross - border provision of online services , this regulation establishes enabling mechanisms to facilitate the clearance of copyright and related rights . this regulation does not add obligations for broadcasting organisations to provide such services across borders . neither does this regulation oblige operators of retransmission services to include in their services television or radio programmes originating in other member states . this regulation concerns only the exercise of certain retransmission rights to the extent necessary to simplify the licensing of copyright and related rights for such services ,


### in order to facilitate the clearance of rights for the provision of ancillary online services across borders it is necessary to provide for the establishment of the country of origin principle as regards the exercise of copyright and related rights relevant for acts occurring in the course of the provision of , the access to or the use of an ancillary online service . that principle of country of origin should apply exclusively to the relationship between right holders and broadcasting organisations and solely for the purpose of the provision of , the access to or the use of an ancillary online service . the principle of country of origin should not apply to any subsequent communication to the public or reproduction of content which is protected by copyright or related rights and which is contained in the ancillary online service . ### in order to facilitate the clearance of rights for the provision of online services across borders it is necessary to provide for the establishment of the country of origin principle as regards the exercise of copyright and related rights relevant for acts occurring in the course of the provision of , the access to or the use of an online service . that principle of country of origin should apply to the relationship between right holders and broadcasting organisations and to any subsequent communication to the public or reproduction of content which is protected by copyright or related rights and which is contained in the ancillary online service .


### a review of the regulation should be undertaken after the regulation has been in force for a period of time , in order to assess , among others , to what extent the cross - border provision of ancillary online services has increased to the benefit of european consumers and hence also to the benefit of improved cultural diversity in the union . ### a review of the regulation should be undertaken after the regulation has been in force for a period of time , in order to assess , among others , to what extent the cross - border provision of online services has increased to the benefit of european consumers and hence also to the benefit of improved cultural diversity in the union . the review should include an assessment of whether the principle of ' country of origin ' ought to be extended to other online platforms .


### ' retransmission ' means any simultaneous , unaltered and unabridged retransmission , other than cable retransmission as defined in directive 93 / 83 / eec and other than retransmission provided over an internet access service as defined in regulation 2015 / 2120 of the european parliament and of the council1 , intended for reception by the public of an initial transmission from another member state , by wire or over the air , including that by satellite but excluding online transmission , of television or radio programmes intended for the reception by the public , provided that such retransmission is made by a party other than the broadcasting organisation which made the initial transmission or under whose control and responsibility such transmission was made . __________________ 1 regulation 2015 / 2120 of the european parliament and of the council of 25 november 2015 laying down measures concerning open internet access and amending directive 2002 / 22 / ec on universal service and users’ rights relating to electronic communications networks and services and regulation no 531 / 2012 on roaming on public mobile communications networks within the union , oj l 310 , 26 . 11 . 2015 , p . 1 . ### ' retransmission ' means any unaltered and unabridged retransmission , other than cable retransmission as defined in directive 93 / 83 / eec , in a controlled environment intended for reception by the public of an initial transmission from another member state , by wire or over the air , including that by satellite , of television or radio programmes intended for the reception by the public , provided that such retransmission is made by a party other than the broadcasting organisation which made the initial transmission or under whose control and responsibility such transmission was made .


### since the provision of , the access to or the use of an ancillary online service is deemed to occur solely in the member state in which the broadcasting organisation has its principal establishment , while de facto the ancillary online service can be provided across borders to other member states , it is necessary to ensure that in arriving at the amount of the payment to be made for the rights in question , the parties should take into account all aspects of the ancillary online service such as the features of the service , the audience , including the audience in the member state in which the broadcasting organisation has its principal establishment and in other member states in which the ancillary online service is accessed and used , and the language version . ### since the provision of , the access to or the use of an ancillary online service is deemed to occur solely in the member state in which the broadcasting organisation has its principal establishment , while de facto the ancillary online service can be provided across borders to other member states , it is necessary to ensure that in arriving at the amount of the payment to be made for the rights in question , the parties should take into account all aspects of the online service such as the features of the service , the duration of online availability , the potential size of its audience having regard to the language of the online service , including the audience in the member state in which the broadcasting organisation has its principal establishment and in other member states in which the ancillary online service is accessed and used . use of the principle of ' country of origin ' may result in having a broader audience which is in turn beneficial for broadcasters . such benefits should be mirrored in an appropriate way , by means of unwaivable additional remuneration for right holders . to effectively enforce that right to additional , fair remuneration , transparency is indispensable . therefore , the additional remuneration should be disclosed separately from the total remuneration in the contract between broadcasters and right holders . furthermore , diversity is one of the key features of european culture . to make sure that this diversity prevails , an industry agreement should ensure that additional remuneration for niche artistic works is higher than average , as their right holders have limited bargaining power .


### support the design and delivery of long - term trainings and courses for students , it professionals and the workforce ; ### support the design and delivery of more long - term and requalification trainings and courses for students , the workforce , it professionals , researchers and academics ;


### the advanced digital technologies supported by this programme , such as high performance computing , cybersecurity and artificial intelligence are now sufficiently mature to move beyond the research arena and be deployed , implemented and scaled - up at union level . just as the deployment of these technologies require a union response so does the skills dimension . training opportunities in advanced digital skills need to be scaled up , increased and made accessible throughout the eu . failing this could impede the smooth deployment of advanced digital technologies and hamper the overall competitiveness of union’s economy . the actions supported by this programme are complementary to those supported by the esf , erdf and horizon europe programmes . ### the advanced digital technologies supported by this programme , such as high performance computing , cybersecurity , data protection and artificial intelligence are now sufficiently mature to move beyond the research arena and be deployed , implemented and scaled - up at union level . just as the deployment of these technologies require a union response so does the skills dimension . training opportunities in advanced digital skills need to be scaled up , increased and made accessible throughout the eu . failing this could impede the smooth deployment of advanced digital technologies and hamper the overall competitiveness of union’s economy . the actions supported by this programme are complementary to those supported by the esf , erdf and horizon europe programmes .


### support the design and delivery of short - term trainings and courses for entrepreneurs , small business leaders and the workforce ; ### support the design and delivery of short - term trainings and courses for the workforce and entrepreneurs , including small business leaders and innovators ;


### build up and strengthen core artificial intelligence capacities in the union , including data resources and libraries of algorithms in compliance with data protection legislation ; ### build up and strengthen core artificial intelligence capacities in the union , including data resources and libraries of algorithms in compliance with data protection legislation and the principles of security and privacy by design and by default ;


### make those capacities accessible to all businesses and public administrations ; ### make those capacities accessible to businesses and public administrations ;


### a central role in the implementation of the programme should be attributed to digital innovation hubs , which should stimulate the broad adoption of advanced digital technologies by industry , by public organisations and academia . a network of digital innovation hubs should ensure the widest geographical coverage across europe59 . a first set of digital innovation hubs will be selected based on member states’ proposals and then the network will be enlarged through an open and competitive process . the digital innovation hubs will serve as access points to latest digital capacities including high performance computing , artificial intelligence , cybersecurity , as well as other existing innovative technologies such as key enabling technologies , available also in fablabs or citylabs . they shall act as single - entry points in accessing tested and validated technologies and promote open innovation . they will also provide support in the area of advanced digital skills . the network of digital innovation hubs should also contribute to the participation of the outermost regions in the digital single market . _________________ 59 as indicated in the communication on digitising european industry 180 final ) ### a central role in the implementation of the programme should be attributed to digital innovation hubs , which should stimulate the broad adoption of advanced digital technologies by industry , by public organisations and academia . a network of digital innovation hubs should ensure the widest geographical coverage across europe59 . a first set of digital innovation hubs will be selected based on member states’ proposals and then the network will be enlarged through an open , transparent and competitive process . the digital innovation hubs will serve as access points to latest digital capacities including high performance computing , artificial intelligence , cybersecurity , as well as other existing innovative technologies such as key enabling technologies , available also in fablabs or citylabs . they shall act as single - entry points in accessing tested and validated technologies and promote open innovation . they will also provide support in the area of advanced digital skills . the network of digital innovation hubs should also contribute to the participation of multiple partners , as employers’ organizations representing smes , entrepreneurs and the self - employed and also public corporations of professionals acting as intermediaries in their relation with public administrations , as administrative managers , at european , national , regional and local level but also in a sectorial perspective . the network of digital innovation hubs should also contribute to the participation of the outermost regions in the digital single market . _________________ 59 as indicated in the communication on digitising european industry 180 final )


### activities supporting a sustainable food production and consumption . ### activities supporting low carbon sustainable food production practices and consumption which protect the environment and biodiversity , minimise food waste and which ensure high animal welfare standards , and activities raising consumer awareness about such practices .


### the united nations’ 2030 agenda for sustainable development , adopted in september 2015 , underlines the importance of promoting peaceful and inclusive societies both as a sustainable development goal and in order to achieve other development policy outcomes . sdg 16 . a specifically requests to “strengthen relevant national institutions , including through international cooperation , for building capacities at all levels , in particular in developing countries , for preventing violence and combatting terrorism and crime” . 17 __________________ 17 united nations , a / res / 70 / 1 , resolution adopted by the general assembly on 25 september 2015 ### the united nations’ 2030 agenda for sustainable development , adopted in september 2015 , underlines the importance of promoting peaceful and inclusive societies both as a sustainable development goal and in order to achieve other development policy outcomes . sdg 16 specifically states that “strengthening the rule of law and promoting human rights is key to this process , as is reducing the flow of illicit arms [ . . . ] ” . 17 __________________ 17 united nations , a / res / 70 / 1 , resolution adopted by the general assembly on 25 september 2015


### when designing and implementing measures pursuant to this article , the commission shall promote ownership by the partner country . it shall also develop the necessary elements and the good practices required for ensuring sustainability in the medium and long term and promote the rule of law and established international law principles . ### when designing and implementing measures pursuant to this article , the commission and the eeas shall ensure full complementarity with other union external assistance instruments as well as with overall external action consistency , including the cfsp , and promote ownership by the partner country . it shall also develop the necessary elements and the good practices required for ensuring sustainability in the medium and long term and promote the rule of law and established international law principles .


### where a consensus exists between the country concerned and the international community and / or the european union that the security sector , and in particular the military , are key for stability , peace and development , particularly in crises and fragile contexts and situations . ### where a consensus exists between the country concerned , the international community and the union that the security sector , including the country ' s armed forces , are key for preserving , establishing or re - establishing the conditions essential for sustainable development .


### thematic strategy papers shall constitute the general basis for the implementation of assistance pursuant to articles 4 and 5 , and to article 3a as appropriate . thematic strategy papers shall provide a framework for cooperation between the union and the partner countries or regions concerned . ### thematic strategy papers shall constitute the general basis for the implementation of assistance pursuant to articles 4 and 5 , and to article 3a . thematic strategy papers shall provide a framework for cooperation between the union and the partner countries or regions concerned .


### the autonomous trade measures would be granted in the form of zero - tariff quotas for products listed in annexes i and ii in addition to the preferential tariff - rate quotas set out in the agreement , and the partial or full removal of import duties on industrial products listed in annex iii ; ### after the publication by the commission of its analysis on the potential impact of this regulation , which should consider the potential final beneficiaries of the autonomous trade measures contained in this regulation and focus particularly on small and medium - sized producers in ukraine , the autonomous trade measures would be granted for products that are assessed to be beneficial in light of that analysis . those autonomous trade measures should take the form of zero - tariff quotas listed in annexes i and ii in addition to the preferential tariff - rate quotas set out in the agreement , and the partial or full removal of import duties on industrial products listed in annex iii .


### since the cap needs to sharpen its responses to the challenges and opportunities as they manifest themselves at union , international , national , regional , local and farm levels , it is necessary to streamline the governance of the cap and improve its delivery on the union objectives and to significantly decrease the administrative burden . in the cap based on delivery of performance , the union should set the basic policy parameters , such as objectives of the cap and basic requirements , while member states should bear greater responsibility as to how they meet the objectives and achieve targets . enhanced subsidiarity makes it possible to better take into account local conditions and needs , tailoring the support to maximise the contribution to union objectives . ### since the cap needs to sharpen its responses to growing challenges and opportunities as they manifest themselves at union , international , national , regional , rural , local and farm levels , it is necessary to improve the governance of the cap and improve its delivery on the union objectives and to significantly decrease the administrative burden . in the cap based on delivery of performance , the union should set common policy parameters to respond to the identified challenges , such as objectives of the cap including rural development , while member states should bear greater responsibility as to how they meet the objectives and achieve common eu and national targets . enhanced subsidiarity makes it possible to better take into account local conditions and needs , tailoring the support to maximise the contribution to union objectives .


### bolstering environmental care and climate action and contributing to the achievement of union environmental - and climate - related objectives is a very high priority in the future of union agriculture and forestry . the architecture of the cap should therefore reflect greater ambition with respect to these objectives . by virtue of the delivery model , action taken to tackle environmental degradation and climate change should be result - driven and article 11 tfeu should , for this purpose , be considered as an obligation of result . as many rural areas in the union suffer from structural problems such as lack of attractive employment opportunities , skill shortages , underinvestment in connectivity , infrastructures and essential services , as well as youth drain , it is fundamental to strengthen the socio - economic fabric in those areas , in line with the cork 2 . 0 . declaration , particularly through job creation and generational renewal , by bringing the commission ' s jobs and growth to rural areas , promoting social inclusion , generational renewal and the development of ‘ smart villages’ across the european countryside . as indicated in the communication on ‘ the future of food and farming’ , new rural value chains such as renewable energy , the emerging bio - economy , the circular economy , and ecotourism can offer good growth and job potential for rural areas . in this context , financial instruments and the use of the investeu guarantee can play a crucial role for ensuring access to financing and for bolstering the growth capacity of farms and enterprises . there is a potential for employment opportunities in rural areas for legally staying third country nationals , promoting their social and economic integration especially in the framework of community - led local development strategies . ### bolstering environmental care , preservation of biodiversity and genetic diversity in the agricultural system as well as climate action and contributing to the achievement of union environmental - and climate - related objectives is a very high priority in the future of union agriculture , forestry and rural development . the architecture of the cap should therefore reflect high ambition with respect to these objectives . by virtue of the delivery model , action taken to avoid further environmental degradation and climate change caused by unsustainable farming systems should be result - driven and article 11 tfeu should , for this purpose , be considered as an obligation of result . as many rural areas in the union suffer from structural problems and disadvantages such as lack of access to markets and decreasing return of added value to rural regions , lack of attractive employment opportunities , education , training and extension services responding to the challenges mentioned above , underinvestment in connectivity , infrastructures and essential services , as well as youth drain , it is fundamental to strengthen the socio - economic fabric in those areas , in line with the cork 2 . 0 . declaration , promoting social inclusion , generational renewal and the development of resilient villages and enterprises across the european countryside . as indicated in the communication on ‘ the future of food and farming’ , new rural value chains such as renewable energy , agro - ecological food systems , decentralized infrastructure for processing and marketing of farm products , the circular economy , and ecotourism can offer inclusive economical development and job potential for rural areas . in this context , financial instruments can play a crucial role for ensuring access to financing and for bolstering the growth capacity of farms and rural enterprises . there is a potential for employment opportunities in rural areas , including also legally staying third country nationals , promoting their social and economic integration especially in the framework of the leader and community - led local development strategies .


### member states shall grant support for risk management tools under the conditions set out in this article and as further specified in their cap strategic plans . ### member states may grant support for risk management tools under the conditions set out in this article and as further specified in their cap strategic plans .


### to strengthen the socio - economic fabric of rural areas . ### to achieve a balanced territorial development of rural economies and communities including the creation and maintenance of employment . .


### investments in basic services in rural areas ; ### investments in basic public and private services in rural areas ;


### 70% of the eligible public expenditure in the outermost regions and in the smaller aegean islands within the meaning of regulation no 229 / 2013 ; ### 85% of the eligible public expenditure in the outermost regions and in the smaller aegean islands within the meaning of regulation no 229 / 2013 ;


### chapter iii of title ii , chapter ii of title iii and articles 41 and 43 of regulation [ cpr ] of the european parliament and of the council26 shall apply to support financed by the eafrd under this regulation . __________________ 26 regulation [ … / … ] of the european parliament and of the council of [ date ] [ full tittle ] . ### chapter ii of title iii , articles 41 , 43 and 60 of regulation [ cpr ] of the european parliament and of the council26 shall apply to support financed by the eafrd under this regulation . __________________ 26 regulation [ … / … ] of the european parliament and of the council of [ date ] [ full tittle ] .


### the total amount of union support for types of interventions for rural development under this regulation for the period from 1 january 2021 to 31 december 2027 shall be eur 78 811 million in current prices in accordance with the multiannual financial framework for the years 2021 to 202738 . _________________ 38 proposal for a council regulation laying down the multiannual financial framework for the years 2021 - 2027 communication from the commission to the european parliament , the council , the european economic and social committee and the committee of the regions , com322 final . ### the total amount of union support for types of interventions for rural development under this regulation for the period from 1 january 2021 to 31 december 2027 shall be eur 96 712 million in 2018 prices in accordance with the multiannual financial framework for the years 2021 to 202738 . _________________ 38 proposal for a council regulation laying down the multiannual financial framework for the years 2021 - 2027 communication from the commission to the european parliament , the council , the european economic and social committee and the committee of the regions , com322 final .


### attract young farmers and facilitate business development in rural areas ; ### attract young and new farmers and facilitate business development in rural areas ;


### to bolster environmental care and climate action and to contribute to the environmental - and climate - related objectives of the union ; ### to bolster environmental care , biodiversity and climate action and to contribute to the environmental - and climate - related objectives of the union ;


### the cap strategic plans shall establish a single eafrd contribution rate applicable to all interventions . ### the cap strategic plans shall establish the eafrd contribution to support of interventions in all regions corresponding to level 2 of the common classification of territorial units for statistics established by regulation no 1059 / 2003 as amended by commission regulation no 2016 / 2066 .


### to foster a smart , resilient and diversified agricultural sector ensuring food security ; ### to foster a smart , resilient and diversified agricultural production ensuring sustainable , decentralized and long term food security ;


### at least 5 % of the total eafrd contribution to the cap strategic plan as set out in annex ix shall be reserved for leader , referred to as community - led local development in article 25 of regulation [ cpr ] . ### at least 10 % of the total eafrd contribution to the cap strategic plan as set out in annex ix shall be reserved for leader , referred to as community - led local development in article 25 of regulation [ cpr ] .


### member states shall grant support under this type of interventions in order to promote risk management tools , which help genuine farmers manage production and income risks related to their agricultural activity which are outside their control and which contribute to achieving the specific objectives set out in article 6 . ### member states may grant support under this type of interventions in order to promote risk management tools , which help genuine farmers manage production and income risks related to their agricultural activity which are not foreseen outside their control and which contribute to achieving the specific objectives set out in article 6 .


### in order to give substance to the objectives of the cap as established by article 39 of the treaty on the functioning of the european union , as well as to ensure that the union adequately addresses its most recent challenges , it is appropriate to provide for a set of general objectives reflecting the orientations given in the communication on ‘ the future of food and farming’ . a set of specific objectives should be further defined at union level and applied by the member states in their cap strategic plans . while striking a balance across the dimensions of sustainable development , in line with the impact assessment , these specific objectives should translate the general objectives of the cap into more concrete priorities and take into account relevant union legislation , particularly with regard to climate , energy and environment . ### in order to give substance to the objectives of the cap as established by article 39 of the treaty on the functioning of the european union , as well as to ensure that the union adequately addresses its most recent challenges , it is appropriate to provide for a set of general objectives reflecting the orientations given in the communication on ‘ the future of food and farming’ . a set of specific objectives should be further defined at union level and applied by the member states in their cap strategic plans . while striking a balance across the dimensions of sustainable development , in line with the impact assessment , these specific objectives should translate the general objectives of the cap into more concrete priorities and take into account relevant union legislation , particularly with regard to climate , both wild and agro - biodiversity , water protection , public health , employment , renewable energy , animal welfare and environment .


### member states shall introduce measures necessary to protect workers , including workers who are employees ' representatives , from any adverse treatment by the employer or adverse consequences resulting from a complaint lodged with the employer or from any legal proceedings initiated with the aim of enforcing compliance with the rights provided for in this directive . ### member states shall introduce measures necessary to protect all workers regardless of their legal or formal status , including workers who are employees’ or trade union representatives , from any adverse treatment by the employer or adverse consequences resulting from exercising a right provided in this directive or from a complaint lodged with the employer or from any legal proceedings initiated with the aim of enforcing compliance with these rights .


### member states shall ensure that workers with at least six months ' seniority with the same employer may request a form of employment with more predictable and secure working conditions where available . ### member states shall ensure that workers with at least six months ' seniority with the same employer may convert into a form of employment with more predictable and secure working conditions where available . time worked with the same enterprise , group or entity or natural or legal person shall count towards that six months period .


### workers who consider that they have been dismissed , or have been subject to measures with equivalent effect , on the grounds that they have exercised the rights provided for in this directive may request the employer to provide duly substantiated grounds for the dismissal or its equivalent . the employer shall provide those grounds in writing . ### workers who consider that they have been dismissed , or have been subject to measures with equivalent effect , on the grounds that they have exercised the rights provided for in this directive may request the employer to provide duly substantiated grounds for the dismissal or its equivalent . the employer shall provide those grounds in writing . member states shall ensure that the deadline for bringing an action contesting the dismissal is suspended as long as the worker has not received written justification from the employer .


### the rights and obligations set out in this directive shall apply to existing employment relationships as from [ entry into force date + 2 years ] . however , employers shall provide or complement the documents referred to in article 4 , article 5 and article 6 only upon request of a worker . the absence of such request shall not have the effect of excluding workers from the minimum rights established under this directive . ### the rights and obligations set out in this directive shall apply to existing employment relationships as from [ entry into force date + 2 years ] .


### the employer shall provide a written reply within one month of the request . with respect to natural persons acting as employers and micro , small , or medium enterprises , member states may provide for that deadline to be extended to no more than three months and allow for an oral reply to a subsequent similar request submitted by the same worker if the justification for the reply as regards the situation of the worker remains unchanged . ### the employer shall genuinely consider the conversion . a refusal is only allowed if provided in writing arguing an objective business needs within one month of the request .


### member states shall lay down the rules on penalties applicable to infringements of the national provisions adopted pursuant to this directive or the relevant provisions already in force concerning the rights which are within the scope of this directive . member states shall take all measures necessary to ensure that those penalties are applied . penalties shall be effective , proportionate and dissuasive . they may take the form of a fine . they may also comprise payment of compensation . ### member states shall lay down the rules on penalties applicable to infringements of the national provisions adopted pursuant to this directive or the relevant provisions already in force concerning the rights which are within the scope of this directive . member states shall take all measures necessary to ensure that those penalties are applied . penalties shall be effective , proportionate and dissuasive . they may take the form of a fine . they shall also comprise an appropriate and at least proportional payment of compensation .


### several different natural or legal persons may in practice assume the functions and responsibilities of an employer . member states should remain free to determine more precisely the person who are considered totally or partially responsible for the execution of the obligations that this directive lays down for employers , as long as all those obligations are fulfilled . member states should also be able to decide that some or all of these obligations are to be assigned to a natural or legal person who is not party to the employment relationship . member states should be able to establish specific rules to exclude individuals acting as employers for domestic workers in the household from the obligations to consider and respond to a request for a different type of employment , to provide cost - free mandatory training , and from coverage of the redress mechanism based on favourable presumptions in the case of missing information in the written statement . ### several different natural or legal persons may in practice assume the functions and responsibilities of an employer . member states should remain free to determine more precisely the person who are considered totally or partially responsible for the execution of the obligations that this directive lays down for employers , as long as all those obligations are fulfilled . member states should also be able to decide that some or all of these obligations are to be assigned to a natural or legal person who is not party to the employment relationship . if several natural and or legal persons are responsible as employer , they are jointly and severally liable .


### the information referred to in paragraph 1 shall include : ### the information referred to in paragraph 1 shall include at least :


### employers should not prohibit workers from taking up employment with other employers , outside the time spent working for them , within the limits set out in directive 2003 / 88 / ec of the european parliament and of the council . 39 incompatibility clauses , understood as a restriction on working for specific categories of employers , may be necessary for objective reasons , such as the protection of business secrets or the avoidance of conflicts of interests . __________________ 39 directive 2003 / 88 / ec of the european parliament and of the council of 4 november 2003 concerning certain aspects of the organisation of working time . ### employers should not prohibit workers from taking up employment with other employers , outside the time spent working for them , within the limits set out in directive 2003 / 88 / ec of the european parliament and of the council . 39 . __________________ 39 directive 2003 / 88 / ec of the european parliament and of the council of 4 november 2003 concerning certain aspects of the organisation of working time .


### probationary periods allow employers to verify that workers are suitable for the position for which they have been engaged while providing them with accompanying support and training . such periods may be accompanied by reduced protection against dismissal . any entry into the labour market or transition to a new position should not be subject to prolonged insecurity . as established in the european pillar of social rights , probationary periods should therefore be of reasonable duration . a substantial number of member states have established a general maximum duration of probation between three and six months , which should be considered reasonable . probationary periods may be longer than six months where this is justified by the nature of the employment such as for managerial positions and where this is in the interest of the worker , such as in the case of long illness or in the context of specific measures promoting permanent employment notably for young workers . ### probationary periods allow employers to verify that workers are suitable for the position for which they have been engaged while providing them with accompanying support and training . any entry into the labour market or transition to a new position should not be subject to prolonged insecurity . as established in the european pillar of social rights , probationary periods should therefore be of reasonable duration . a substantial number of member states have established a general maximum duration of probation between three and six months , which should be considered reasonable and should not be extended under any circumstance . probationary periods may be longer than three months only where this is in the interest of the worker , such as in the case of long illness or in the context of specific measures promoting permanent employment notably for young workers .


### workers should have the right to be informed about their rights and obligations resulting from the employment relationship in writing at the start of employment . the relevant information should therefore reach them at the latest on the first day of the employment . ### workers should have the right to be informed about their rights and obligations resulting from the employment relationship in writing from the start of employment . the relevant information should therefore reach them at the latest , where applicable , when the employment contract is signed and before the first day of the employment .


### the initial basic amount , any other component elements , the frequency and method of payment of the remuneration to which the worker is entitled ; ### the initial basic amount , any other component elements indicated separately , such as payments of overtime , bonuses and other entitlements , such as sick pay ; the method of calculation ; the frequency and method of payment of the remuneration to which the worker is entitled ;


### ' worker ' means a natural person who for a certain period of time performs services for and under the direction of another person in return for remuneration ; ### ' worker ' means a natural person who for a certain period of time performs services for and under the direction of another natural or legal person in return for remuneration ; direction includes where the person is in a situation of economic dependency .


### the consultation on the european pillar of social rights showed the need to strengthen enforcement of union labour law to ensure its effectiveness . as regards directive 91 / 533 / eec , the refit evaluation41 confirmed that strengthened enforcement mechanisms could improve its effectiveness . it showed that redress systems based solely on claims for damages are less effective than systems that also provide for sanctions for employers who fail to issue written statements . it also showed that employees rarely seek redress during the employment relationship , which jeopardises the goal of the provision of the written statement to ensure workers are informed about their essential features of their employment relationship . it is therefore necessary to introduce enforcement provisions which ensure the use either of favourable presumptions where information about the employment relationship is not provided , or of an administrative procedure under which the employer may be required to provide the missing information and subject to sanction if it does not . that redress should be subject to a procedure by which the employer is notified that information is missing and has 15 days in which to supply complete and correct information . __________________ 41 swd205 final , page 26 . ### the consultation on the european pillar of social rights showed the need to strengthen enforcement of union labour law to ensure its effectiveness . as regards directive 91 / 533 / eec , the refit evaluation41confirmed that strengthened enforcement mechanisms could improve its effectiveness . it showed that redress systems based solely on claims for damages are less effective than systems that also provide for sanctions for employers who fail to issue written statements . it also showed that employees rarely seek redress during the employment relationship , which jeopardises the goal of the provision of the written statement to ensure workers are informed about their essential features of their employment relationship . it is therefore necessary to introduce enforcement provisions which ensure the use either of favourable presumptions where information about the employment relationship is not provided , and of an administrative procedure under which the employer may be required to provide the missing information and subject to sanction if it does not . __________________ 41 swd205 final , page 26 .


### member states may allow social partners to conclude collective agreements , in conformity with the national law or practice , which , while respecting the overall protection of workers , establish arrangements concerning the working conditions of workers which differ from those referred to in articles 7 to 11 . ### member states may allow social partners to conclude collective agreements , in conformity with the national law or practice , which , while fully respecting the level of protection provided by this directive , establish arrangements concerning the working conditions of workers which differ from but may not fall below those referred to in articles 7 to 11 .


### resources allocated to member states under shared management may , at their request , be transferred to the programme . the commission shall implement those resources directly in accordance with article 62 of the financial regulation or indirectly in accordance with article 62 . where possible those resources shall be used for the benefit of the member state concerned . ### resources allocated to member states under shared management may , at their request , or at the request of the commission , be transferred to the programme . the commission shall implement those resources directly in accordance with article 62 of the financial regulation . where possible those resources shall be used for the benefit of the member state concerned .


### these rights and values must continue to be promoted and enforced , shared among the citizens and peoples within the union and be at the heart of europe’s societies , therefore , a new justice , rights and values fund , comprising the rights and values and the justice programmes shall be created in the union budget . at a time where european societies are confronted with extremism , radicalism and divisions , it is more important than ever to promote , strengthen and defend justice , rights and eu values : human rights , respect for human dignity , freedom , democracy , equality , the rule of law . this will have profound and direct implications for political , social , cultural and economic life in the eu . as a part of the new fund , the rights and values programme will bring together the 2014 - 2020 rights , equality and citizenship programme established by regulation no 1381 / 2013 of the european parliament and of the council10 and the europe for citizens programme established by regulation no 390 / 2014 of the council11 . the justice programme will continue to support the development of an integrated european justice area and cross - border cooperation , in continuity with the 2014 - 2020 justice programme established by regulation no 1381 / 2013 of the european parliament and of the council12 . _________________ 10 regulation no 1381 / 2013 of the european parliament and of the council of 17 december 2013 establishing a rights , equality and citizenship programme for the period 2014 to 2020 11 council regulation no 390 / 2014 of 14 april 2014 establishing the ‘ europe for citizens’ programme for the period 2014 - 2020 12 regulation no 1381 / 2013 of the european parliament and of the council of 17 december 2013 establishing a rights , equality and citizenship programme for the period 2014 to 2020 . ### these rights and values must continue to be actively cultivated , protected , promoted by the union and each member state in all their policies in a consistent way as well as enforced and shared among the citizens and peoples within the union and be at the heart of europe’s societies as the deterioration of those rights and values in any member state can have detrimental effects on the union as a whole . therefore , a new justice , rights and values fund , comprising the rights and values and the justice programmes shall be created in the union budget . at a time where european societies are confronted with extremism , radicalism and divisions , it is more important than ever to promote , strengthen and defend justice , rights and eu values : human rights , respect for human dignity , freedom , democracy , equality , non - discrimination , and the rule of law . this will have profound and direct implications for political , social , cultural and economic life in the eu . as a part of the new fund , the citizens , rights , equality and values programme will bring together the 2014 - 2020 rights , equality and citizenship programme established by regulation no 1381 / 2013 of the european parliament and of the council10 and the europe for citizens programme established by regulation no 390 / 2014 of the council11 . the justice programme will continue to support the development of an integrated european justice area and cross - border cooperation , in continuity with the 2014 - 2020 justice programme established by regulation no 1381 / 2013 of the european parliament and of the council12 . _________________ 10 regulation no 1381 / 2013 of the european parliament and of the council of 17 december 2013 establishing a rights , equality and citizenship programme for the period 2014 to 2020 11 council regulation no 390 / 2014 of 14 april 2014 establishing the ‘ europe for citizens’ programme for the period 2014 - 2020 12 regulation no 1381 / 2013 of the european parliament and of the council of 17 december 2013 establishing a rights , equality and citizenship programme for the period 2014 to 2020 .