692 Amendments of Karine GLOANEC MAURIN
Amendment 5 #
2019/2001(BUD)
Motion for a resolution
Recital A a (new)
Recital A a (new)
Aa. whereas negotiations on the 2020 Union budget will run in parallel with the negotiations on the next multiannual financial framework (MFF) and the reform of the EU own resources system; whereas 2019 will mark the seventh year of the 2014-2020 MFF;
Amendment 6 #
2019/2001(BUD)
Motion for a resolution
Recital A b (new)
Recital A b (new)
Ab. whereas the Council has repeatedly contradicted itself over the last few years, by presenting new political priorities for the EU but showing itself unwilling to provide for fresh appropriations to finance them; whereas new political priorities and upcoming challenges for the EU should be financed by fresh appropriations and not by reducing the appropriations amount for existing programmes;
Amendment 7 #
2019/2001(BUD)
Motion for a resolution
Recital A c (new)
Recital A c (new)
Ac. whereas towards the end of the current financial programming period the implementation of the multiannual programmes will require adequate financial resources and therefore require to anticipate the necessary payments in 2020 to prevent another payment crisis in the first years of the 2021-2027 MFF;
Amendment 11 #
2019/2001(BUD)
Motion for a resolution
Subheading 1
Subheading 1
Budget 2020: bridge to the future Europe – Investing in citizens, innovation and securityin citizens' protection
Amendment 13 #
2019/2001(BUD)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 1
Paragraph 1
1. Underlines that the 2020 Union budget is the bridge to the next multiannual financial framework (MFF) for the period 2021-2027 and should contribute to creating a common, long-term vision on the future political priorities of the Union; expects that, at the time of adoption of the 2020 budget, the Council and Parliament will be engaged in fully-fledged MFF negotiations, following a political agreement in the European Council; believes that a strong, responsible and forward-looking 2020 budget will facilitate an agreement and the transition towards the next MFF, and that to reach it, no taboo should prevail on the full use of all flexibilities and all possibilities available under the current MFF regulation and the Financial Regulation;
Amendment 16 #
2019/2001(BUD)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 2
Paragraph 2
2. Considers, therefore, that the EU budget for next year should define clear political priorities and enable the Unionin order to anticipate social, environmental, economic and technological mutations and enable the Union to create long term growth and jobs, to strengthen its fight against environmental challenges and climate change, to particularly focus on young people, to fully implement the EU 2020 strategy, the UN Sustainable Development Goals and the Paris Agreement, to tackle social and regional inequalities and discriminations, to further invest in innovation and research capacities for future solutions, boost competitiveness and economic growth, ensure a safe, secure and peaceful Europe, and to implement the European Social Pillar while strengthening citizens’ work and living conditions, and bolster the Union in its fight against environmental challenges and climate change;
Amendment 24 #
2019/2001(BUD)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 3
Paragraph 3
3. Points out that, 2020 being the last year of the current MFF, the implementation of EU programmes, including those under shared management in cohesion policy, Common Agricultural Policy (second pillar) and European Maritime and Fisheries Fund will be further accelerated and reach its closing phase, which will be reflected in a substantial increase in payment requests; anticipates, therefore, a peak in the annual level of payment appropriations for 2020 and is determined to secure the necessary payments in 2020 and to prevent another payment crisis in the first years of the 2021-2027 MFF, as was the case during the current period;
Amendment 29 #
2019/2001(BUD)
Motion for a resolution
Subheading 2
Subheading 2
Innovation and research for future solutions: supporting economic growth andan inclusive and long term economic growth in order to accompany mutations and to boost competitiveness
Amendment 33 #
2019/2001(BUD)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 4
Paragraph 4
4. Stresses that the transition from Horizon 2020 to Horizon Europe must be smooth to ensure stability for businesses, research facilities and academia; underlines the importance of Europe’s claim to leadership in key technologies in areas such as space, healthcare, the environment, agriculture, safety and transportation; requests an increase in financial resources to ensure that research and innovation activities continue to provide solutions for Europe’s needs and challenges and competitiveness; is alarmed by the substantial underfunding of Horizon 2020 during the entire period, resulting in a low success rate for excellent applications;
Amendment 35 #
2019/2001(BUD)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 4 a (new)
Paragraph 4 a (new)
4 a. Stresses the potential for economic growth stemming from the technological transformation and calls for the EU budget to have an appropriate role in supporting the digitalisation of European industry and the promotion of digital skills and entrepreneurship;
Amendment 38 #
2019/2001(BUD)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 5
Paragraph 5
5. Is fully convinced that improving fairness and providing equal chances, both between people and businesses, within the European social market economy is a prerequisite for the sustainable development of the Union; intends to secure sufficient funding for programmes such as COSME and Future and Emerging Technologies that significantly contribute to the success of start-ups and SMEs, which are the backbone of the European economy and key drivers of economic growth, job creation, innovation and social integration; underlines the high level of implementation of these programmes, and points to their capacity to absorb even more;
Amendment 39 #
2019/2001(BUD)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 5 a (new)
Paragraph 5 a (new)
5 a. Welcomes the extension and enhancement of the European Fund for Strategic Investments (EFSI); recalls that the EFSI guarantee fund has been financed partly at the expense of Horizon 2020 and the Connecting Europe Facility (CEF); underlines Parliament’s long- standing position that any new initiatives must be financed by new appropriations and not by redeployments; reiterates that the cuts in those programmes should be reversed as far as possible;
Amendment 40 #
2019/2001(BUD)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 6
Paragraph 6
6. Considers the protection of the EU’s exa European Union without internal borders, with the support of a strengthened European Border and Coast Guarda proper functioning of the Schengen area and a freedom of movement within the EU to be an inseparable conditions for a European Union without internal borders, the proper functioning of the Schengen area and freedom of movement within the EUthe protection of the EU’s external borders with the support of a strengthened European Border and Coast Guard ; considers it to be an obligation to ensure adequate funding, staffing and training of staff for all agencies operating in the field of security, acknowledging the considerable increase in their responsibilities, the importance of cooperation among them, and their vital role in reinforcing cooperation and coordination among the Member States;
Amendment 47 #
2019/2001(BUD)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 6 a (new)
Paragraph 6 a (new)
6 a. Welcomes the Member States’ commitment to a renewed EU defence agenda; supports the Commission initiative to support the launching of the European Defence Industrial Development Programme (EDIDP), as a first stage of the European Defence Fund; requires the EDIDP to be financed exclusively by unallocated margins and/or special instruments and not, therefore, by redeployments from existing programmes;
Amendment 58 #
2019/2001(BUD)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 8
Paragraph 8
8. Believes, with reference to its resolution of 25 October 2018 on the use of Facebook users’ data by Cambridge Analytica and the impact on data protection, that the fight against disinformation and any other type of foreign interference is a priority to ensure fair and democratic elections, in particular in the year of the European elections; requests additional financial resources to invest in tools such as the recent What the EU does for me initiative to inform citizens on the Union’s work and highlight the efforts undertaken to promote peace, democracy, the rule of law and freedom of speech;
Amendment 61 #
2019/2001(BUD)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 8 a (new)
Paragraph 8 a (new)
8 a. Points out that the common agricultural policy and the Common Fisheries Policy are cornerstones of European integration, which aim to ensure safe, high-quality food supply for European citizens, the proper functioning of the agricultural single market, the sustainability of rural regions for many years and the sustainable management of natural resources; recalls that those policies contribute to the viability and stability of the EU; calls on the Commission to continue to support producers across Europe in coping with unexpected market volatility and in securing safe, high-quality food supplies; asks for particular attention to be paid to small-scaled agriculture and small fisheries;
Amendment 65 #
2019/2001(BUD)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 9
Paragraph 9
9. Requests additional financial resources to meet future demand for Erasmus+, the primary programme for education, training, youth and sport in Europe, also taking into account its external dimension; recalls that Parliament requested that the financial envelope for this programme be tripled in the next MFF; calls for cooperation to be strengthened between education, culture and research;
Amendment 66 #
2019/2001(BUD)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 9 a (new)
Paragraph 9 a (new)
9 a. Recalls that, at a time when the European project is called into question, it is vital to renew a strong commitment to Europe through culture, knowledge, creation, and innovation; believes therefore that the Creative Europe and Media programmes should be supported at appropriate level;
Amendment 69 #
2019/2001(BUD)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 10
Paragraph 10
10. SWelcomes the fact that, at the strong request of Parliament, the result of the negotiations on the 2019 budget was to bring the Youth Employment Initiative to a total amount of EUR 350 million in 2019; stresses that the fight against youth unemployment requires substantial additional financial efforts to create opportunities for education, training and employment; underlines, in this respect, the successful implementation and the positive impact of the Youth Employment Initiative, supporting approximately 1.7 million young people until the end of 2017, thanks a; recallso to additional appropriations that Parliament secured for this programme in the EU budget over the yearshat Parliament requested that the financial envelope for this programme be doubled in the next MFF; expects the 2020 draft budget to demonstrate even higher ambition for this programme to ensure a smooth transition towards the ESF+ in the next MFF;
Amendment 75 #
2019/2001(BUD)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 11
Paragraph 11
11. Reiterates that social cohesion in Europe must contribute to sustainable solutionsStresses that cohesion policy programmes are now at cruising speed, and emphasises Parliament’s commitment to ensure adequate appropriations for these programmes; calls on the Member States to ensure that the implementation of the programmes is accelerated so as to catch up with the delays, and to seek the Commission’s assistance in this respect ; reiterates that social cohesion in Europe must contribute to sustainable solutions to the fight against discrimination and for better inclusion of people with disabilities, and to long-term structural demographic change; emphasises the need for financial resources to provide ageing populations in Europe with adequate support in terms of access to mobility, healthcare and public services;
Amendment 82 #
2019/2001(BUD)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 12
Paragraph 12
12. Recalls the need for solidarity in the area of migration, with a focus on long- term, effective integration of migrants and refugees in the Member States, as well as fair and mutual beneficial partnerships with countries in need; welcomes the role played by the Asylum, Migration and Integration Fund (AMIF); calls for adequate budgeting for this fund in 2020 in order to support the dignified reception of asylum seekers in the Member States, fair return strategies, resettlement programmes, legal migration policies and promotion of effective integration of third country nationals, and to tackle irregular migration; reaffirms the importance of possessing targeted financial means to tackle the root causes of the migrant and refugee crisis; stresses, to this end, that the EU budget must fund measures in the countries of origin of migrants and in the host countries of refugees;
Amendment 85 #
2019/2001(BUD)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 12 a (new)
Paragraph 12 a (new)
12 a. Recalls that the long-lasting solution to the current migration phenomenon lies in the political, economic and social development of the countries from which migration flows originate and reiterates its full commitment to this objective; calls for the European Neighbourhood Instrument and the Development Cooperation Instrument to be endowed with sufficient financial resources to support this priority; within this context, reaffirms the need to provide UNRWA with sufficient and constant financial support;
Amendment 92 #
2019/2001(BUD)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 12 b (new)
Paragraph 12 b (new)
12 b. Believes that gender-related discrimination is not only intolerable and incompatible with the values of the EU, but also constitutes a serious impediment to sustainable and inclusive growth as it disempowers women from engaging in meaningful employment; underlines the key contribution of women’s empowerment in achieving more inclusive, equitable and peaceful societies; expects the EU budget to support women’s access for to EU funding and to help women to reconcile private and professional life;
Amendment 94 #
2019/2001(BUD)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 13
Paragraph 13
13. Stresses that the 2020 budget must contribute to tackling environmental challenges and climate change; recalls the Union’s pledge to make the transition to a low-carbon circular economy, but regrets that the Union might fall short of its climate goals; requests increased financial resources for LIFE and should place the EU squarely at the forefront of this challenge; calls on the Commission to fulfil the objectives of the Paris Agreement and the EU’s own long-term climate goals by meeting the 20 % climate spending target in the current MFF (2014-2020); stresses, in this regard, that the contribution for 2020 should significantly overshoot the overall target in order to offset the lower allocations made during the first years of the MFF, and that the climate change mainstreaming mechanism should be fully optimised; recalls the Union’s pledge to make the transition to a low-carbon circular economy, but regrets that the Union might fall short of its climate goals; requests increased financial resources for programmes having massive potential such as LIFE, Horizon 2020, CEF, European Social Fund (ESF), European Agricultural Guarantee Fund (EAGF), European Agricultural Fund for Rural Development (EAFRD), European Maritime and Fisheries Fund (EMFF), as these programmes allow notably for investments in energy efficiency and renewable energy, and other programmes to support projects with European added value contributing to a clean energy transition and resource efficiency, as well as nature conservation, with a focus on biodiversity, habitats and endangered species;
Amendment 104 #
2019/2001(BUD)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 14 a (new)
Paragraph 14 a (new)
14 a. Recalls that, following the joint statement by the European Parliament, Council and Commission on the reinforcement of Heading 1a through an Amending budget issued in the joint conclusions on the 2019 budget, the Commission will present an amending budget raising the levels of appropriations for Erasmus+ and H2020 as soon as the technical adjustment of the MFF for 2020 is completed in the spring of 2019 in order for the Council and the European Parliament to process it swiftly;
Amendment 112 #
2019/2001(BUD)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 15
Paragraph 15
15. Invites the Commission to report specifically on the amounts de-committed for research programmes and to provide all relevant information and details concerning Article 15(3) of the Financial Regulation; expects this Article and its corresponding procedure to be fully respected and mobilised in the context of the 2020 budgetary procedure and expects that the 2020 draft budget will make full use of this provision to boost research and innovation on top of the financial programming;
Amendment 114 #
2019/2001(BUD)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 15 a (new)
Paragraph 15 a (new)
15 a. Believes that as the arm of the budgetary authority directly elected by citizens, Parliament should fulfil its political role and put forward proposals for Pilot Projects and Preparatory Actions expressing its political vision for the future; commits itself, in this context, to proposing a package of Pilot Projects and Preparatory Actions developed in close cooperation with each of its committees so as to find the right balance between political will and technical feasibility, as assessed by the Commission;
Amendment 281 #
2018/2110(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 16
Paragraph 16
16. Urges the Commission to support, where needed, the construction of economically viabr maintenance of local or mobile slaughter facilities within Member States so that animals are slaughtered as close as possible to their place of rearing and in order to maintain employment in rural areas;
Amendment 337 #
2018/2110(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 20
Paragraph 20
20. Calls on the Commission to develop a full working definition of what constitutes fitness, andto draw up a comprehensive list of animal non-abuse and welfare indicators, to provide robust training courses to farmers, drivers and veterinarians in order to reduce the high levels of fitness infringement in Member States, and to facilitate interaction between NGOs and staff responsible for transport and slaughter;
Amendment 360 #
2018/2110(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 22
Paragraph 22
22. Calls for the upcoming CAP reform to maintain and reinforce the link between increased CAP payments, in particular through enhanced conditionality, and improved animal non-abuse and welfare conditions which fully respect or go beyond the standards set out in Regulation (EC) No 1/2005;
Amendment 1 #
2018/2091(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Citation 11 a (new)
Citation 11 a (new)
- having regard to its resolution of 25 January 2016 on Learning EU at school(2015/2138(INI)),
Amendment 8 #
2018/2091(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Recital A
Recital A
A. whereas the priorities for the New Agenda and the sector-specific approach are welcome, but whereas hybridisation is also a means of innovation; whereas support should be given to all cultural and creative sectors, and cultural diversity and, intercultural dialogue and accessibility for all should be maintained as cross- cutting priorities;
Amendment 11 #
2018/2091(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Recital A a (new)
Recital A a (new)
A a. whereas the New Agenda for Culture should provide a flexible framework for changing cultural ecosystems and to foster synergies between sectors;
Amendment 16 #
2018/2091(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Recital C
Recital C
C. whereas Europe is facing growing social inequalities, rising populism and radicalisation and has an increasingly diverse population; whereas culture is therefore more important than ever, in particular with a view to creating connections, tackling prejudice and guaranteeing citizens freedom and diversity of expression, communication and creation;
Amendment 21 #
2018/2091(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Recital D
Recital D
D. whereas Europe’s creative and cultural sectors are the EU’s strongest assets, whereas they represent 4.2 % of the EU’s GDP, create 8.4 million jobs, equal to 3.7 % of total employment in the EU, are economically resilient, even in times of crisis, encourage creativity, which feeds into all sectors of activity, boost transformation, and offer a higher percentage of youth employment than other sectors;
Amendment 26 #
2018/2091(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Recital E
Recital E
E. whereas Europe’s music sector is very dynamic, accounting for 1 million jobs and a turnover of EUR 25 billion, yet remains severely underfunded; whereas, out of a total budget of EUR 1.46 billion for Creative Europe, as of July 2018 only EUR 51 million have gone to music projects, and mainly towards classical music, this does not reflect the diversity of Europe's music sector or its economic, social and cultural contribution;
Amendment 28 #
2018/2091(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Recital E
Recital E
E. whereas Europe’s music sector is very dynamic, accounting for 1 million jobs and a turnover of EUR 25 billion, yet remains severely underfunded, in particular as a result of the new online distribution services; whereas, out of a total budget of EUR 1.46 billion for Creative Europe, as of July 2018 only EUR 51 million have gone to music projects;
Amendment 33 #
2018/2091(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Recital F
Recital F
F. whereas culture can plays an important role in social cohesion and integration and whereas the special call for migrants’ integration in the Creative Europe programme has proved to be efficient but oversubscribed and underfunded;
Amendment 34 #
2018/2091(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Recital F a (new)
Recital F a (new)
Fa. whereas artists and cultural professionals often face precarious and unstable situations with weak or no social security and unpredictable incomes;
Amendment 38 #
2018/2091(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Recital H
Recital H
H. whereas cultural networks are a power tool in forging interpersonal bonds and, peaceful connections and dialogue across national borders; whereas culture is at the heart of global regulations, in particular those with a cultural dimension;
Amendment 42 #
2018/2091(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 1
Paragraph 1
1. Welcomes the New Agenda for Culture and stresses that it represents a huge opportunity to adopt a comprehensive and coherent policy for culture at European level, which is recognised by European citizens and outside the EU; but also stresses that it can only be successful if supported by a significant budgetary increase for Creative Europe;
Amendment 55 #
2018/2091(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 3
Paragraph 3
3. Welcomes the Commission’s intention to present an Action Plan for Cultural Heritage and emphasises the need to focus on both tangible and intangible aspects of Europe’s heritage, as heritage is the first step in the creation of a collective culture, and our future heritage is what we create today;
Amendment 56 #
2018/2091(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 3
Paragraph 3
3. Welcomes the Commission’s intention to present an Action Plan for Cultural Heritage and emphasises the need to focus on both tangible and intangible aspects of Europe’s heritage, and on the links it has with contemporary artistic and creative projects and expression;
Amendment 57 #
2018/2091(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 4
Paragraph 4
4. Calls on the Commission to ensure that the need to respond to new unforeseen circumstances will not hinder the attainment of already agreed objectives in the field of culture; recalls that new initiatives should be financed by a new budget from new sources and not via a re- allocation of existing funds;
Amendment 59 #
2018/2091(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 5
Paragraph 5
5. Calls on the Commission and the Member States to develop new approaches to data collection for all cultural and creative sectors (CCSs) and to ensure that effective statistical codes and more qualitative indicators are used, bridging the divide between the increasingly data-poor public sector and the information-rich digital operators, who use this information to acquire market shares and destabilise market players;
Amendment 67 #
2018/2091(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 7
Paragraph 7
7. Welcomes the launching of ‘Music Moves Europe’ as a significant first step in stimulating creativity, diversity and innovation in Europe’s music sector and the sectoral action on music in the Creative Europe programme; calls on the Commission to focus on mobility of artists and repertoire within and beyond Europe, distribution, funding for SMEs, transparency of digital platforms to artists, diversity of streaming services, the accessibility (in particular linguistic) of information presented online, and a mapping of the sector when developing further EU action on music;
Amendment 72 #
2018/2091(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 8
Paragraph 8
8. Welcomes the creation of an online directory of European films and the launch of the first EU Film Week and encourages the Commission and the Member States, in collaboration with the creative industries, to develop apromote the development of European platforms providing access to licensed EU films, while remunerating artists and right- holders fairly and respecting the principle of territoriality;
Amendment 74 #
2018/2091(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 8 a (new)
Paragraph 8 a (new)
8a. Calls on the Commission to introduce a dedicated action for the mobility of art works, possibly through the form of a touring grant, as this would extend the lifecycle of many projects that are funded through the Creative Europe programme;
Amendment 77 #
2018/2091(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 8 b (new)
Paragraph 8 b (new)
8b. Calls on the Commission to consider designating a European Cultural Personality of the year which would include a series of activities and projects across Europe that would honour the life and work of such a personality and emphasize the impact it has had on fostering European values and identity;
Amendment 87 #
2018/2091(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 9
Paragraph 9
9. Welcomes the Commission’s intention to introduce a dedicated action on mobility within Creative Europe, but underlines that this requires an appropriate budget and simplified administrative procedures in order to avoid obstacles linked to visas, in particular those from third countries, and double taxation;
Amendment 93 #
2018/2091(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 12
Paragraph 12
12. Points to the project-based, atypical employment of cultural workers and calls on the Member States to adopt comprehensive measures in order to reduce the grey area through harmonisation and to improve the contractual conditions of artists and creators across the EU and on a European scale, with respect to collective representation, social security and direct and indirect taxation;
Amendment 95 #
2018/2091(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 13
Paragraph 13
13. Underlines that cultural spaces play an important role in city regeneration; encourages the Commission and the JRC, therefore and the promotion of cohesion between residents; encourages, therefore, the Commission and the JRC, whose work gives a sense and a direction to cities' stories, to further develop the Cultural and Creative Cities Monitor and calls on cities and municipalities to make better use of it;
Amendment 99 #
2018/2091(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 13 a (new)
Paragraph 13 a (new)
Amendment 103 #
2018/2091(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 14
Paragraph 14
14. Notes that according to the 2017 Eurobarometer 36 % of Europeans did not participate in any cultural activity within the previous year and therefore calls on the Member States, therefore, to strengthen the links between culture, education, innovation and research and to invest in audience engagement and cultural capability;
Amendment 104 #
2018/2091(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 14
Paragraph 14
14. Notes that according to the 2017 Eurobarometer 36 % of Europeans did not participate in any cultural activity within the previous year and calls on the Member States, therefore, to strengthen the links between culture, community involvement, education, innovation and research;
Amendment 111 #
2018/2091(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 15
Paragraph 15
15. Stresses that cultural and creative skills are increasingly needed in the digital landscape and calls on the Commission and the Member States, therefore, to transition from STEM to STEAM in formal and non- formal education and to adopt a life-long learning approach accessible to cultural practitioners; acknowledges the important role of music and arts in school curricula as they contribute to increased creativity and inspire an interest in culture; calls for the creation of a manual on European cultural history to be considered;
Amendment 115 #
2018/2091(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 15 a (new)
Paragraph 15 a (new)
15a. Notes that the pace of technological change makes it imperative to adopt a life-long learning approach that is accessible to cultural practitioners and to enhance synergies between culture and education in formal and non-formal domains;
Amendment 116 #
2018/2091(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 15 b (new)
Paragraph 15 b (new)
Amendment 122 #
2018/2091(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 16
Paragraph 16
16. Notes that democratic principles and European values are increasingly challenged due to growing polarisation both within Europe and globally; calls on the Commission and the Member States, therefore, to develop a strategic approach for the protection of cultural rights, freedom of artistic expression and media pluralism, as well as the right to freely participate in cultural life, and to promote this European model on an international level;
Amendment 136 #
2018/2091(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 18
Paragraph 18
18. Stresses that the popularity of Creative Europe, combined with its underfunding, led to a mere 16.2 % success rate; points out that this acts as a dissuasive factor and prevents many CCS actors from applying; which generates frustration towards the programme and EU cultural action, and prevents many CCS actors from applying; calls, therefore, for a rethinking of the selection processes on the basis of the limits identified in the mid-term evaluation, with a view to promoting cross-sectoral cooperation, transversal cooperation and synergies with the research community; also invites us to reflect on the matter of creation, which has its own intrinsic value, distinct from creativity;
Amendment 140 #
2018/2091(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 19
Paragraph 19
19. Regrets that culture is not mentioned in the majority of policy fields it contributes to in the Commission’s MFF proposal and calls on the Commission, therefore, in collaboration with CCSs, to design holistic and coordinated strategies for mainstreaming culture in other policy areas and to promote the inclusion of projects, in particular for small entities that create an economy of European diversity; calls on it to work on the whole value chain, from creation to dissemination;
Amendment 143 #
2018/2091(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 20
Paragraph 20
20. Underlines the crossover impact of culture and calls on the Commission and the Member States to report on how much funding is allocated to culture across all funding programmes and ensure that it amounts to at least 1 % of the next MFF; invites the EU regions to designate culture and CCSs as a priority in the structural funds and to encourage Member States to include a cultural dimension in the strategic objectives of their operational programmes;
Amendment 147 #
2018/2091(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 21
Paragraph 21
21. Calls on the Commission to develop a ‘one-stop-shop’ portal where all existing EU funding instruments for CCSs are listed in a user-friendly, comprehensive, innovative and efficient manner;
Amendment 152 #
2018/2091(INI)
23. Calls on the Commission and the Member States to adopt a tailored approach to each sector, recognising that financial instruments such as guarantees, loans and equity are appropriate for profit- generating projects, b; points out that grants are vital when considering the cultural ecosystem as a whole, valuing intangible assets correctly and supporting innovative artistic and cultural practices; points out that, while financial instruments such as guarantees, loans and own funds are suitable for profit-generating projects, grants should remain the primary source of funding, in particular for smaller entities;
Amendment 153 #
2018/2091(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 25
Paragraph 25
25. Encourages further development of sustainable cultural tourism, in collaboration with UNESCO, on the designation of heritage sites, and with the Council of Europe, through the development of cultural routes; calls for the promotion of EU regions as European destinations of excellence (EDEN); stresses, in this connection, the need for the Creative Europe programme to be opened up to citizens' initiatives whose objective is to defend cultural rights in this dynamic of intercultural exchange;
Amendment 154 #
2018/2091(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 25
Paragraph 25
25. Encourages further development of sustainable cultural tourism, in collaboration with the cultural sector, communities and citizens, as well as UNESCO, on the designation of heritage sites, and with the Council of Europe, through the development of cultural routes; calls for the promotion of EU regions as European destinations of excellence (EDEN);
Amendment 158 #
2018/2091(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 26
Paragraph 26
26. Notes that the digital revolution has radically transformed the way art and culture are produced, distributed and enjoyed, presenting opportunities but at the same time posing great challenges to the already strained working conditions of artists and creators and threatening their economic survival; points out the risk of fracturing and distancing the sections of the public that do not for economic, educational or generational reasons, have access to these new tools, and the risk of social exclusion;
Amendment 166 #
2018/2091(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 27
Paragraph 27
27. Considers that the protection of copyrights is at the core of CCS revenue and welcomes the new copyright directive proposal and its measures to protect news publishers, close the value gap between creative industries and digital platforms and, increase transparency and balance in the contractual relations of authors and performers, and guard against the seizure of intellectual property; stresses that it is vital to create a fair digital marketplace in which creators are fairly compensated;
Amendment 168 #
2018/2091(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 27 a (new)
Paragraph 27 a (new)
27a. Calls on the Commission and Member States to ensure that digital platforms that play an active role in distributing, promoting and monetising copyright protected content have a clear obligation to obtain licenses from rightholders and to fairly remunerate artists, authors, news publishers, producers, journalists and creators for the digital use of their work;
Amendment 169 #
2018/2091(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 27 a (new)
Paragraph 27 a (new)
27a. Stresses the need for the link between the European Agenda for Culture and the Digital Agenda to be maintained if existing synergies are to be stepped-up;
Amendment 172 #
2018/2091(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 28
Paragraph 28
28. Regrets that the safeguarding and promotion of culture was not included as a goal in the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and stresses that culture is an engine for sustainable development and intercultural dialogue, and that synergies could be used given Creative Europe's neighbouring and international dimension;
Amendment 175 #
2018/2091(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 30
Paragraph 30
30. Supports the Council initiative to draw up a comprehensive approach to international cultural relations and, but points out the strategic importance of the Eastern Neighbourhood and the Mediterranean; calls for the creation of cultural focal points in all EU delegations, the appropriate training of officials and the involvement of local and grassroots actors, including in the preparatory action on European Houses; reiterates its request for the Commission and the EEAS to report on the state of implementation every two years and in the deployment of Erasmus+ for the sake of giving value to European history, public education and the link with European citizenship; reiterates its request for the Commission and the EEAS to report on the state of implementation every two years; calls for specific attention to be given to the territories of the outermost regions, which have a number of different cultures and which, by valuing other networks with other partners nearby, create a form of creolization that has creative and cultural value;
Amendment 179 #
2018/2091(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 30
Paragraph 30
30. Supports the Council initiative to draw up a comprehensive approach to international cultural relations and calls for the creation of cultural focal points in all EU delegations, the appropriate training of officials and the involvement of local and grassroots actors and international cultural networks, including in the preparatory action on European Houses; reiterates its request for the Commission and the EEAS to report on the state of implementation every two years;
Amendment 1 #
2018/2046(BUD)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 1
Paragraph 1
1. Welcomes the EUR 60 billion in commitments and EUR 57,8 billion in payments that the Commission proposes in the Draft Budget (DB) 2019 for Heading 2, which, in relation to the 2018 budget, respectively represent an increase of 1,2% for commitment appropriations and 3,0% for payment appropriations; notes, however, that as far as the EAGF is concerned, this increase is attributable to the lower amount of assigned revenue estimated to be available to the EAGF in the DB 2019 compared to the 2018 budget; recommends that all should be made to avoid an accumulation of backlog payments for the next MFF (2021 - 2027);
Amendment 13 #
2018/2046(BUD)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 3
Paragraph 3
3. RInsists that any revenue to the Union budget deriving from any assigned revenues or repayments of irregularities from agriculture in previous years should remain under heading 2 ; regrets that the support measures for the Russian embargo have not been prolonged given that numerous EU producers are still being negatively affected;
Amendment 26 #
2018/2046(BUD)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 5
Paragraph 5
5. Believes that the EU can make a vital contribution to the promotion of healthy eating habits based on sustainable production, especially among children, and therefore considers it essential to make full use of the ceilings foreseen for the EU school schemes in the current regulation; therefore calls on the Member States to strengthen their national programs to ensure full utilisation of the maximum available allocations (250 million euros for the EU);
Amendment 33 #
2018/2046(BUD)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 6
Paragraph 6
6. Deplores the insufficient execution of payments to young farmers in recent years and encourages Member States to promote the use of those appropriations the following year in order to boost generation renewal and avoid land concentration and land grabbing;
Amendment 38 #
2018/2046(BUD)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 7 a (new)
Paragraph 7 a (new)
7 a. Underscores the importance of pilot projects and preparatory actions for innovation in the agricultural and rural development sectors: asks for continued support for ongoing and new pilot projects and preparatory actions;
Amendment 40 #
2018/2046(BUD)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 7 b (new)
Paragraph 7 b (new)
7 b. Regrets the substantial reduction of the budget line concerning the voluntary coupled support scheme, given that coupled aids are an essential tool to preserve crops that present several agricultural and environmental benefits;
Amendment 143 #
2018/0218(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 14
Recital 14
Amendment 166 #
2018/0218(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 22 a (new)
Recital 22 a (new)
(22a) The following recital is added: When point gb of Article 119(1) on the mandatory inclusion on the label of the list of ingredients contained in the wine is applied by delegated act, this list shall not be submitted by lot.
Amendment 239 #
2018/0218(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article premier – paragraph 1 – point 3 a (new)
Article premier – paragraph 1 – point 3 a (new)
Regulation (EU) No 1308/2013
Article 14
Article 14
Amendment 241 #
2018/0218(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article premier – paragraph 1 – point 3 b (new)
Article premier – paragraph 1 – point 3 b (new)
Regulation (EU) No 1308/2013
Article 15 – paragraph 1
Article 15 – paragraph 1
Amendment 243 #
2018/0218(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article premier – paragraph 1 – point 3 c (new)
Article premier – paragraph 1 – point 3 c (new)
Regulation (EU) No 1308/2013
Article 15 – paragraph 2
Article 15 – paragraph 2
Amendment 292 #
2018/0218(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article premier – paragraph 1 – point 4 – point d a (new)
Article premier – paragraph 1 – point 4 – point d a (new)
Regulation (EU) No 1308/2013
Article 61
Article 61
(da) Article 61 is replaced by the following: The scheme of authorisations for vine plantings established in this Chapter shall apply from 1 January 2016 to 31 December 20350, with a mid-term review to be undertaken by the Commission to evaluate the operation of the scheme and, if appropriate, make proposals. ’ Or. fr (https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal- content/FR/TXT/?qid=1543420057169&uri=CELEX:02013R1308-20180101)
Amendment 294 #
2018/0218(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article premier – paragraph 1 – point 5
Article premier – paragraph 1 – point 5
Regulation (EU) No 1308/2013
Article 63 – paragraph 1
Article 63 – paragraph 1
1. Member States shall make available each year authorisations for new plantings intended for winemaking corresponding to either: Or. fr (https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal-content/FR/TXT/HTML/?uri=CELEX:02013R1308- 20180101&from=FR)
Amendment 296 #
2018/0218(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article premier – paragraph 1 – point 5
Article premier – paragraph 1 – point 5
Regulation (EU) No 1308/2013
Article 63 – paragraph 1 – point a
Article 63 – paragraph 1 – point a
(a) 1 % of the total area actually planted with vines and intended for winemaking in their territory, as measured on 31 July of the previous year; or (https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal-content/FR/TXT/HTML/?uri=CELEX:02013R1308-Or. fr 20180101&from=FR)
Amendment 300 #
2018/0218(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article premier – paragraph 1 – point 5
Article premier – paragraph 1 – point 5
Regulation (EU) No 1308/2013
Article 63 – paragraph 1 – point b
Article 63 – paragraph 1 – point b
(b) 1 % of an area comprising the area actually planted with vines and intended for winemaking in their territory, as measured on 31 July 2015, and the area covered by planting rights granted to producers in their territory in accordance with Article 85h, Article 85i or Article 85k of Regulation (EC) No 1234/2007 and available for conversion into authorisations on 1 January 2016, as referred to in Article 68 of this Regulation.; (https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal-content/EN/TXT/HTML/?uri=CELEX:02013R1308-Or. fr 20180101&from=FR)
Amendment 316 #
2018/0218(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article premier – paragraph 1 – point 5 a (new)
Article premier – paragraph 1 – point 5 a (new)
Regulation (EU) No 1308/2013
Article 63 – paragraph 4 a (new)
Article 63 – paragraph 4 a (new)
Amendment 318 #
2018/0218(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article premier – paragraph 1 – point 5 b (new)
Article premier – paragraph 1 – point 5 b (new)
Regulation (EU) No 1308/2013
Article 63 – paragraph 4 b (new)
Article 63 – paragraph 4 b (new)
(5b) In Article 63 the following paragraph is added: 4b. Authorisations exceeding the limits provided for in paragraph 2 may be issued by Member States for plantings planted to conserve vine genetic resources.
Amendment 341 #
2018/0218(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article premier – paragraph 1 – point 5 d (new)
Article premier – paragraph 1 – point 5 d (new)
Regulation (EU) No 1308/2013
Article 69 – paragraph 1 – point ea (new)
Article 69 – paragraph 1 – point ea (new)
(5d) In Article 69, the following paragraph is added: (ea) criteria relating to the conservation of vine genetic resources.
Amendment 343 #
2018/0218(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article premier – paragraph 1 – point 5 g (new)
Article premier – paragraph 1 – point 5 g (new)
Regulation (EU) No 1308/2013
Article 75 – paragraph 1 – point i a (new)
Article 75 – paragraph 1 – point i a (new)
(5g) In Article 75(1), the following point is inserted: (ia) honey
Amendment 346 #
2018/0218(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article premier – paragraph 1 – point 5 h (new)
Article premier – paragraph 1 – point 5 h (new)
Regulation (EU) No 1308/2013
Article 75 – paragraph 1 – point i b (new)
Article 75 – paragraph 1 – point i b (new)
(5h) In Article 75(1), the following point is inserted: (ib) hive products
Amendment 347 #
2018/0218(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article premier – paragraph 1 – point 5 e (new)
Article premier – paragraph 1 – point 5 e (new)
Regulation (EU) No 1308/2013
Article 75 – Paragraph 2
Article 75 – Paragraph 2
(5e) Article 75(2) is amended as follows: 2. In order to take into account the ‘ 2. In order to take into account the expectations of consumers and to improve the economic conditions for the production and marketing as well as the quality of the agricultural products covered by paragraphs 1 and 4 of this Article, the Commission shall be empowered to adopt delegated acts in accordance with Article 227 on marketing standards by sectors or products, at all stages of the marketing, as well as derogations and exemptions from such standards in order to adapt to constantly changing market conditions, to evolving consumer demands, to developments in relevant international standards and to avoid creating obstacles to product innovation. , as well as to ensure the conservation and sustainable use of animal and plant genetic resources for food and agriculture. ’ Or. fr (https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal- content/FR/TXT/?qid=1543420057169&uri=CELEX:02013R1308-20180101)
Amendment 348 #
2018/0218(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article premier – paragraph 1 – point 5 f (new)
Article premier – paragraph 1 – point 5 f (new)
Regulation (EU) No 1308/2013
Article 78 – paragraph 2
Article 78 – paragraph 2
Amendment 349 #
2018/0218(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article premier – paragraph 1 – point 5 i (new)
Article premier – paragraph 1 – point 5 i (new)
Regulation (EU) No 1308/2013
Article 79 a (new)
Article 79 a (new)
(5i) The following new Article 79a is inserted: (79a) Mixing olive oil with other vegetable oils 1. The mixing of olive oil with other vegetable oils is prohibited. 2. The Commission is authorised to adopt delegated acts in relation to Article 227 establishing sanctions for operators who do not comply with paragraph 1 of that Article.
Amendment 356 #
2018/0218(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article premier – paragraph 1 – point 6
Article premier – paragraph 1 – point 6
Regulation (EU) No 1308/2013
Article 81 – paragraph 2
Article 81 – paragraph 2
Subject to paragraph 3, Member States shall classify which wine grape varieties may be planted, replanted or grafted on their territories for the purpose of wine productionmaking.
Amendment 360 #
2018/0218(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article premier – paragraph 1 – point 6
Article premier – paragraph 1 – point 6
Regulation (EU) No 1308/2013
Article 81 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 2
Article 81 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 2
Member States may classify wine grape varieties intended for winemaking where:
Amendment 419 #
2018/0218(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article premier – paragraph 1 – point 15 a (new)
Article premier – paragraph 1 – point 15 a (new)
Regulation (EU) No 1308/2013
Article 107 a (new)
Article 107 a (new)
(15a) A new Article 107a is added: Member States may apply a product specification within the meaning of Article 94(2) to areas producing wine suitable for producing wine spirits with a geographical indication as registered in accordance with Annex III to Regulation (EC) No 110/2008 of the European Parliament and of the Council
Amendment 430 #
2018/0218(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article premier – paragraph 1 – point 18 – point a
Article premier – paragraph 1 – point 18 – point a
Regulation (EU) No 1308/2013
Article 119 – paragraph 1
Article 119 – paragraph 1
Amendment 434 #
2018/0218(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article premier – paragraph 1 – point 18 – point a a (new)
Article premier – paragraph 1 – point 18 – point a a (new)
Regulation (EU) No 1308/2013
Article 119 – paragraph 3 a (new)
Article 119 – paragraph 3 a (new)
(aa) In Article 119, the following paragraph is added after paragraph 3: (3a) by way of derogation from point gb (new) of paragraph 1, the list of ingredients may also be provided in another way than on the label affixed to the bottle or to any other type of container, on condition that a clear, direct link is indicated on the label. It must not be displayed with other information intended for sales or marketing purposes.
Amendment 460 #
2018/0218(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article premier – paragraph 1 – point 19 a (new)
Article premier – paragraph 1 – point 19 a (new)
Regulation (EU) No 1308/2013
Article 120 – paragraph 1 – point f a (new)
Article 120 – paragraph 1 – point f a (new)
Amendment 494 #
2018/0218(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article premier – paragraph 1 – point 22 i (new)
Article premier – paragraph 1 – point 22 i (new)
Regulation (EU) No 1308/2013
Article 150 – paragraph 2
Article 150 – paragraph 2
(22i) Article 150(2) is amended as follows: ‘2. The rules referred to in paragraph 1 of this Article shall be subject to the existence of a prior agreement between the parties in the geographical area referred to in point (c) of Article 7(1) of Regulation (EU) No 1151/2012. Such an agreement shall be concluded between at least two-thirds of the milk producers or their representatives representing at least two thirds of the raw milk used for the production of the cheese referred to in paragraph 1 of this Article and, where relevant, at least two-thirds of the producers of that cheese or their representatives, representing at least two thirds of the production of that cheese in the geographical area referred to in point (c) of Article 7(1) of Regulation (EU) No 1151/2012. ’ Or. fr (https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal- content/FR/TXT/?qid=1543420057169&uri=CELEX:02013R1308-20180101)
Amendment 501 #
2018/0218(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article premier – paragraph 1 – point 22 h (new)
Article premier – paragraph 1 – point 22 h (new)
Regulation (EU) No 1308/2013
Article 152 – paragraph 2 a (new)
Article 152 – paragraph 2 a (new)
(20h) In Article 152, the following paragraph is added: 2a. Where it does not market its members’ products, the recognised producer organisation or association of producer organisations may, in order to plan production and adjust it to demand in accordance with point (c)(i) of paragraph 1 of this Article, exchange strategic information, including by compiling and disseminating aggregated statistical data, indicators or analyses on market prospects, including those relating to production costs, prices or volumes
Amendment 508 #
2018/0218(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article premier – paragraph 1 – point 22 j (new)
Article premier – paragraph 1 – point 22 j (new)
Regulation (EU) No 1308/2013
Article 152 – paragraph 1 – letter a
Article 152 – paragraph 1 – letter a
(20j) In Article 152(1), letter a is amended as follows: ‘(a) are constituted, and controlled in accordance with point (c) of Article 153(2), by producers in a specific sector listed in Article 1(2); ll of, or a clearly identified part of, a specific sector listed in Article 1(2);’ Or. fr (https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal- content/FR/TXT/?qid=1543420057169&uri=CELEX:02013R1308-20180101)
Amendment 509 #
2018/0218(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article premier – paragraph 1 – point 22 l (new)
Article premier – paragraph 1 – point 22 l (new)
Regulation (EU) No 1308/2013
Article 152 – paragraph 1 – letter c – point x
Article 152 – paragraph 1 – letter c – point x
Amendment 512 #
2018/0218(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article premier – paragraph 1 – point 22 a (new)
Article premier – paragraph 1 – point 22 a (new)
(22a) In Article 153(2), point (c) is amended as follows: (c) rules enabling the producer ‘ (c) rules enabling the producer members to scrutinise democratically and transparently their organisation and its decisions; , as well as its accounts and budgets. These provisions also apply to non-member producers for decisions and financial commitments to which they would be obliged to contribute.’ Or. fr (https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal- content/FR/TXT/?qid=1543420057169&uri=CELEX:02013R1308-20180101)
Amendment 513 #
2018/0218(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article premier – paragraph 1 – point 22 m (new)
Article premier – paragraph 1 – point 22 m (new)
Regulation (EU) No 1308/2013
Article 153 – paragraph 3 – letter d – point iii
Article 153 – paragraph 3 – letter d – point iii
(20m) In Article 163(3), point (iii) of letter (d) is deleted
Amendment 514 #
2018/0218(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article premier – paragraph 1 – point 22 b (new)
Article premier – paragraph 1 – point 22 b (new)
Regulation (EU) No 1308/2013
Article 154 – paragraph 1 – point b
Article 154 – paragraph 1 – point b
(22b) In Article 154(1), point b is amended as follows: ‘(b) has a minimum number of members and/or covers a minimum volume or value of marketable production, to be laid down by the Member State concerned, in the area where it operates; content/FR/TXT/?qid=1543420057169&uri=CELEX:02013R1308-20180101). Such provisions must not prevent the recognition of producer organisations which are small or dedicated to marginal production.’ Or. fr (https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal-
Amendment 539 #
2018/0218(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article premier – paragraph 1 – point 22 f (new)
Article premier – paragraph 1 – point 22 f (new)
Regulation (EU) No 1308/2013
Article 163 – paragraph 3 – point d – point ii
Article 163 – paragraph 3 – point d – point ii
(ii) the interbranch organisation takes part in any of the agreements, decisions and concerted practices referred to in Article 210(4); such withdrawal of recognition shall be without prejudice to any other penalties to be imposed pursuant to national law; 20f) In Article 163(3), subparagraph (ii) of point (d) is deleted. Or. fr (https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal- content/FR/TXT/?qid=1543420057169&uri=CELEX:02013R1308-20180101)
Amendment 544 #
2018/0218(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article premier – paragraph 1 – point 22 c (new)
Article premier – paragraph 1 – point 22 c (new)
Regulation (EU) No 1308/2013
Article 164 – paragraph 1
Article 164 – paragraph 1
(22c) Article 164(1) is amended as follows: 1. In cases where a recognised ‘1. In cases where a recognised producer organisation, a recognised association of producer organisations or a recognised interbranch organisation operating in a specific economic area or areas of a Member State is considered to be representative of the production of or trade in, or processing of, a given product, the Member State concerned may, at the request of that organisation, make binding for a limited period of time some of the agreements, decisions or concerted practices agreed within that organisation on other operators acting in the economic area or areas in question, whether individuals or groups, who do not belong to the organisation or association. The rules referred to in paragraph 1 shall be subject to the existence of a prior agreement between the producers of the product concerned in the economic field in question. Such an agreement must be concluded, after consultation with the producers concerned, between at least two thirds of the producers.’ Or. fr (https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal- content/FR/TXT/?qid=1543420057169&uri=CELEX:02013R1308-20180101)
Amendment 554 #
2018/0218(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article premier – paragraph 1 – point 22 d (new)
Article premier – paragraph 1 – point 22 d (new)
Regulation (EU) No 1308/2013
Article 165
Article 165
(22d) Article 165 is amended as follows: ‘Where rules of a recognised producer organisation, a recognised association of producer organisations or a recognised interbranch organisation are extended under Article 164 and the activities covered by those rules are in the general economic interest of economic operators whose activities relate to the products concerned, the Member State which has granted recognition may, after consulting the relevant stakeholdeoperators, decide that individual economic operators or groups which are not members of the organisation but which benefit in practice from those activities shall pay the organisation all or part of the financial contributions paid by its members to the extent that such contributions are intended to cover costs directly incurred as a result of pursuing the activities in question. one or more activities referred to in Article 164(4). The detailed budgets related to the pursuit of these activities must be made public in a transparent way so that all contributing economic operators can examine them.’ Or. fr (https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal- content/FR/TXT/?qid=1543420057169&uri=CELEX:02013R1308-20180101)
Amendment 564 #
2018/0218(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article premier – paragraph 1 – point 22 k (new)
Article premier – paragraph 1 – point 22 k (new)
Regulation (EU) No 1308/2013
Article 172 – paragraph 2
Article 172 – paragraph 2
(20k) Article 172(2) shall be amended as follows ‘2. The rules referred to in paragraph 1 of this Article shall be subject to the existence of a prior agreement between the parties in the geographical area referred to in point (c) of Article 7(1) of Regulation (EU) No 1151/2012. Such an agreement shall be concluded, after consultation with pig producers in the geographical area, between at least two thirds of the processors of that ham representing at least two thirds of the production of that ham, or their representatives, in the geographical area referred to in point (c) of Article 7(1) of Regulation (EU) No 1151/2012 and, if considered to be appropriate by the Member State, at least two thirds of the pig producers in the geographical area referred to in point (c) of Article 7(1) of Regulation (EU) No 1151/2012. that point.’ Or. fr (https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal- content/FR/TXT/?qid=1543420057169&uri=CELEX:02013R1308-20180101)
Amendment 589 #
2018/0218(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 1 – paragraph 1 – point 26 b (new)
Article 1 – paragraph 1 – point 26 b (new)
Regulation (EU) No 1308/2013
Article 210 – paragraph 1
Article 210 – paragraph 1
(26b) Article 210(1) is amended as follows: “1. Article 101(1) TFEU shall not apply to agreements, decisions and concerted practices of interbranch organisations recognised under Article 157 of this Regulation with the object of carhich are necessary ing ourder to meet the aobjectivities listed in point (c) of Article 157(1) and, for the milk and milk products sector, in point (c) of Article 157(3) of this Regulation, and, for the olive oil and table olives and tobacco sectors, in Article 162 of this Regulation. content/EN/TXT/?qid=1543420057169&uri=CELEX:02013R1308-20180101)Agreements, decisions and concerted practices which fulfil the conditions referred to in paragraph 1 of this Article shall apply without any prior decision to that effect being required. However, interbranch organisations recognised under Article 157 of this Regulation may ask the Commission for an opinion on the compatibility of these agreements, decision and concerted practices with the objectives listed in Article 39 of the Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union. The Commission shall deal with requests for opinions promptly and shall send the applicant its opinion within four months of receipt of a complete request. The Commission may, at its own initiative or at the request of a Member State, change the content of an opinion, in particular if the applicant has provided inaccurate information or misused the opinion.” Or. fr (https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal-
Amendment 590 #
2018/0218(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 1 – paragraph 1 – point 26 c (new)
Article 1 – paragraph 1 – point 26 c (new)
Regulation (EU) No 1308/2013
Article 210 – paragraph 2
Article 210 – paragraph 2
Amendment 592 #
2018/0218(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 1 – paragraph 1 – point 26 d (new)
Article 1 – paragraph 1 – point 26 d (new)
Regulation (EU) No 1308/2013
Article 210 – paragraph 4
Article 210 – paragraph 4
(26d) In Article 210, paragraph 4 is amended as follows: “4. Agreements, decisions and concerted practices shall in any case be declared incompatible with Union rules if they: (a) may lead to the partitioning of markets within the Union in any form; (b) may affect the sound operation of the market organisation; (c) may create distortions of competition which are not essential to achieving the objectives of the CAP pursued by the interbranch organisation activity; (d) entail the fixing ofobligation to apply a fixed prices or the fixing of quotafixed volumes; (e) may create discrimination or eliminate competition in respect of a substantial proportion of the products in question. ” Or. fr (https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal- content/EN/TXT/?qid=1543420057169&uri=CELEX:02013R1308-20180101)
Amendment 593 #
2018/0218(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 1 – paragraph 1 – point 26 e (new)
Article 1 – paragraph 1 – point 26 e (new)
Regulation (EU) No 1308/2013
Article 210 – paragraph 5
Article 210 – paragraph 5
(26e) In Article 210, paragraph 5 is amended as follows: “5. If, following the expiry of the two- month period referred to in point (b) of the first subparagraph of paragraph 2, the Commission finds that the conditions for applying paragraph 1 have not been met, it shall, without applying the procedure referred to in Article 229(2) or (3), take a decision declaring that in the future Article 101(1) TFEU applies to the agreement, decision or concerted practice in question. That Commission decision shall not apply earlier than the date of its notification to the interbranch organisation concerned, unless that interbranch organisation has given incorrect information or abused the exemption provided for in paragraphs 1. or 2.” Or. fr (https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal- content/EN/TXT/?qid=1543420057169&uri=CELEX:02013R1308-20180101)
Amendment 596 #
2018/0218(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 1 – paragraph 1 – point 26 a (new)
Article 1 – paragraph 1 – point 26 a (new)
Regulation (EU) No 1308/2013
Article 214a
Article 214a
(26a) Article 214a is amended as follows: “Subject to authorisation by the Commission, for the period 20214-20207, Finland may continue to grant national aids which it granted in 201320 to producers on the basis of Article 141 of the 1994 Act of AccessionCommission Decision C(2014) 510, provided that: (a) the amount of income aid is degressive over the whole period, and in 2020 does not exceed 30 % of the amount granted in 2013; and; (b) prior to any recourse to this possibility, full use has been made of the support schemes under the CAP for the sectors concerned. The Commission shall adopt its authorisation without applying the procedure referred to in Article 229(2) or (3) of this Regulation. ” Or. fr (https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal- content/EN/TXT/?qid=1543420057169&uri=CELEX:02013R1308-20180101)
Amendment 667 #
2018/0218(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 1 – paragraph 1 – point 32 a (new)
Article 1 – paragraph 1 – point 32 a (new)
Regulation (EU) No 1308/2013
Annex VII – Part VIII a (new)
Annex VII – Part VIII a (new)
(32a) The following new Part is inserted in Annex VII: Meat and products of animal origin I. Definition For the purposes of this Part: “meat” means all animal carcases, meat on the bone or boned, and offal, whether or not cut, intended for human consumption, obtained from bovine animals, sheep, swine, horse, goat or poultry, presented fresh, frozen or deep-frozen, whether or not wrapped or packed; “products of animal origin” means: all products obtained from meat as defined above. II. Use of the designations associated with “meat” and “products of animal origin” The designations usually used to denote “meat” and “products of animal origin” as defined above may not be used to describe, promote or market food products primarily made up of proteins of vegetable origin. These designations include, for example: - Steak - Sausage - Escalope - Burger - Hamburger
Amendment 670 #
2018/0218(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 1 – paragraph 1 – point 32 b (new)
Article 1 – paragraph 1 – point 32 b (new)
Regulation (EU) No 1308/2013
Annex VII – Part III – Paragraph 5
Annex VII – Part III – Paragraph 5
(32b) in Part III of Annex VII, paragraph 5 is amended as follows: “5. The designations referred to in points 1, 2 and 3 may not be used for any product other than those referred to in that point. These designations shall also be protected from: (a) any direct or indirect commercial use of the designation: (i) for comparable products or products presented as capable of being substituted not complying with the corresponding definition; (ii) in so far as such use exploits the reputation associated with the designation; (b) any misuse, imitation or evocation, even if the composition or true nature of the product or service is indicated or accompanied by an expression such as “style”, “type”, “method”, “as produced in”, “imitation”, “flavour”, “substitute”, “like” or similar; (c) any other commercial indication or practice likely to mislead the consumer as to the product’s true nature or composition. However, this provision shall not apply to the designation of products the exact nature of which is clear from traditional usage and/or when the designations are clearly used to describe a characteristic quality of the product. ” Or. fr (https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal- content/EN/TXT/?qid=1543420057169&uri=CELEX:02013R1308-20180101)
Amendment 679 #
2018/0218(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 1 – paragraph 1 – point 33 a (new)
Article 1 – paragraph 1 – point 33 a (new)
Regulation (EU) No 1308/2013
Annex VIII – Part II – point D
Annex VIII – Part II – point D
(33a) in point D of Part II of Annex VIII, paragraph 3 is amended as follows: 3. The pressing of wine lees and the “ 3. The pressing of wine lees and the re-fermentation of grape marc for purposes other than distillation, methanisation, composting or production of piquette is prohibited. The filtering and centrifuging of wine lees shall not be considered to be pressing where the products obtained are of sound, fair and marketable quality. ” Or. fr (https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal- content/EN/TXT/?qid=1543420057169&uri=CELEX:02013R1308-20180101)
Amendment 683 #
2018/0218(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 2 – paragraph -1 (new)
Article 2 – paragraph -1 (new)
Regulation (EU) No 1151/2012
Article 1 – paragraph 2 – point b
Article 1 – paragraph 2 – point b
-1. Paragraph 2(b) of Article 1 is amended as follows: “(b) value-adding attributes as a result of the farming or processing methods used in their production, or of the place of their production or marketing. or, where applicable, their contribution to sustainable development.” Or. fr (https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal- content/EN/TXT/?qid=1543504936419&uri=CELEX:02012R1151-20130103)
Amendment 688 #
2018/0218(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 2 – paragraph 1 – point 1 a (new)
Article 2 – paragraph 1 – point 1 a (new)
Regulation (EU) No 1151/2012
Article 5 – paragraph 1– introductory sentence
Article 5 – paragraph 1– introductory sentence
(1a) in Article 5(1), the introductory sentence is amended as follows: “1. For the purpose of this Regulation, ‘designation of origin’ is a name which identifies a product: traditionally used in a specific place which identifies a product:” Or. fr (https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal- content/EN/TXT/?qid=1543504936419&uri=CELEX:02012R1151-20130103)
Amendment 703 #
2018/0218(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 2 – paragraph 1 – point 4 a (new)
Article 2 – paragraph 1 – point 4 a (new)
Regulation (EU) No 1151/2012
Article 13 – paragraph 1 – point a
Article 13 – paragraph 1 – point a
(4a) In Article 13(1), point (a) is amended as follows: “(a) any direct or indirect commercial use of a registered name in respect of products not covered by the registration where those products are comparable to the products registered under that name or where using the name exploits, lessens or dilutes the reputation of the protected name, including when those products are used as an ingredient; content/EN/TXT/?qid=1543504936419&uri=CELEX:02012R1151-20130103)” Or. fr (https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal-
Amendment 705 #
2018/0218(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 2 – paragraph 1 – point 4 b (new)
Article 2 – paragraph 1 – point 4 b (new)
Regulation (EU) No 1151/2012
Article 13 – Paragraph 1 – Point d a (new)
Article 13 – Paragraph 1 – Point d a (new)
(4b) in Article 13, the following new paragraph is inserted: (da) any registration in bad faith of a domain name that is similar or likely to lead to confusion, in full or in part, with a protected name.
Amendment 795 #
2018/0218(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 7 a (new)
Article 7 a (new)
Article 7a The following subparagraph is added to Article 7: Subparagraph 2a Article 119(1)(ga) and 119(3b) and Article 121(2a) shall enter into force in the year following the Regulation’s entry into force.
Amendment 796 #
2018/0218(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 7 b (new)
Article 7 b (new)
Article 7b The following subparagraph is added to Article 7: 2b. Article 119(1)(gb) and 119(3a) shall enter into force three years after the Regulation’s entry into force.
Amendment 29 #
2018/0217(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 1 a (new)
Recital 1 a (new)
(1 a) On 14 March and 30 May 2018, the European Parliament stressed in its resolution on the 2021-2027 Multiannual Financial Framework (MFF) the importance of the horizontal principles that should underpin the MFF 2021-2027 and all related Union policies. Parliament reaffirmed, in that context, its position that the Union must deliver on its commitment to be a frontrunner in implementing the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), and deplored the lack of a clear and visible commitment to that end in those proposals. Therefore, Parliament requested the mainstreaming of the SDGs into all Union policies and initiatives of the next MFF. It further underlined that the elimination of discrimination was vital to fulfil the EU’s commitments towards an inclusive Europe and therefore called for gender mainstreaming and gender equality commitments to be incorporated in all Union policies and initiatives in the next MFF. It stressed in its resolution that, in response to the Paris Agreement, cross- cutting climate-related spending should be significantly increased in comparison with the current MFF and reach 30% as soon as possible and at the latest by 2027.
Amendment 30 #
2018/0217(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 1 b (new)
Recital 1 b (new)
(1 b) In its resolution of 30 May 2018 on the Multiannual Financial Framework and own resources for2021-2027, the European Parliament deplored the fact that the Commission proposal of 2 May 2018 on the MFF for 2021-2027 led to a 15% reduction in the level of common agricultural policy, and stated that it was particularly opposed to any radical cuts that would adversely impact on the very nature and objectives of that policy. It also questioned, in this context, the proposal to reduce the European agricultural Fund for Rural Development by more than 25 %;
Amendment 31 #
2018/0217(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 1 c (new)
Recital 1 c (new)
(1 c) It is essential to maintain the overall funding allocated to the common agricultural policy 2021-2027 for the EU- 27 at least at the level of the 2014-2020 budget at constant prices.
Amendment 32 #
2018/0217(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 22
Recital 22
(22) As regards the financial management of the EAFRD established regarding the relevant lines of Common Provisions Regulation, provision should be made with regard to budget commitments, payment deadlines, decommitment and interruptions . Rural development interventions are financed from the Union's budget on the basis of commitments made in annual instalments. Member States should be able to draw on the Union Funds provided for as soon as the CAP Strategic Plans are approved. A suitably restricted prefinancing system is therefore needed, to ensure a steady flow of funds so that payments to beneficiaries under the interventions are made at the appropriate time.
Amendment 34 #
2018/0217(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 14 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 1
Article 14 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 1
The amount of the independent agricultural reserve to be set up through the creation of a permanent fund only dedicated to the management of agricultural crises shall be at least EUR 400 million in current prices at the beginning of each year of the period 2021- 2027. The Commission may adjust the amount of the agricultural reserve during the year when appropriate in view of market developments or perspectives in the current or following year and taking into account available appropriations under the EAGF.
Amendment 35 #
2018/0217(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 14 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 3
Article 14 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 3
Amendment 37 #
2018/0217(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 26 – paragraph 1
Article 26 – paragraph 1
The financial contribution from the EAFRD towards expenditure under the Common Provisions Regulation and CAP Strategic Plans shall be determined for each CAP Strategic Plan,within the ceilings established by Union law concerning support for CAP Strategic Plan interventions by the EAFRD.
Amendment 106 #
2018/0217(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 11
Recital 11
(11) Involving paying agencies that have been accredited by the Member States is a crucial prerequisite under the new delivery model for having reasonable assurance that the objectives and targets set out in the relevant CAP Strategic Plans will be reached by the interventions financed by the Union's budget. It should, therefore, be explicitly provided in this Regulation that only expenditure effected by accredited paying agencies can be reimbursed from the Union's budget. In addition, the expenditure financed by the Union for the interventions referred to in the CAP Strategic Plan Regulation should have a corresponding output regarding and should comply with the basic Union requirements and the governance systems.
Amendment 107 #
2018/0217(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 14
Recital 14
(14) With a view to ensuring that the amounts for the financing of the CAP comply with the annual ceilings, the financial discipline mechanism by which the level of direct support is adjusted, should be maintained. However, the threshold of EUR 2000 should be abolished. An agricultural reserve should be maintained to support the agricultural sector in the event of market developments or major crises affecting the agricultural production or distribution. Article 12(2)(d) of Regulation (EU, Euratom) [New Financial Regulation] foresees that non-committed appropriations may be carried over to to the following financial year only. In order to significantly simplify the implementation for beneficiaries and national administrations, a roll-over mechanism should be used, using any unused amounts of the reserve for crises in the agricultural sector established in 2020. For this purpose a derogation from Article 12(2)(d) is necessary, allowing for non-committed appropriations of the agricultural reserve to be carried over without time limitation to finance the agricultural reserve in the following financial year(s). Furthermore, as regards the financial year 2020, a second derogation is necessary as the total unused amount of the reserve available at the end of year 2020 should be carried over to the year 2021 to the corresponding line of the new agricultural reserve without being returned to the budgetary lines which cover direct payment interventions under the CAP Strategic Plan.
Amendment 119 #
2018/0217(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 14 a (new)
Recital 14 a (new)
(14 a) An agricultural reserve should be maintained to support the agricultural sector in the event of market developments or major crises affecting the agricultural production or distribution. The initial amount of the agricultural reserve in 2021 should be set up in the budget of the common agricultural policy. Article 12(2)(d) of Regulation(EU, Euratom) 2018/1046 foresees that non- committed appropriations may be carried over to the following financial year only. For this purpose a derogation from Article 12(2)(d) is necessary, allowing for non-committed appropriations of the agricultural reserve to be carried over without time limitation to finance the agricultural reserve in the following financial year(s).
Amendment 138 #
2018/0217(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 28
Recital 28
(28) Member States should send the annual accounts and an annual performance report on the implementation of the CAP Strategic Plan to the Commission by 15 February N+1. Given the more complex nature of the result indicators and the necessary adaptation to the new delivery model, the deadline for the performance reporting on the realised results and distance to respective targets may be extended until 30 of April, at the latest. Where these documents are not sent, thus preventing the Commission from clearing the accounts for the concerned paying agency or checking the eligibility of the expenditure against reported outputs, the Commission should be empowered to suspend the monthly payments and to interrupt the quarterly reimbursement until the outstanding documents are received.
Amendment 152 #
2018/0217(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 30
Recital 30
(30) As regards the multi-annual performance monitoring the Commission should also have the power to suspend payments. Accordingly in cases of delayed or insufficient progress towards targets, set out in the national CAP Strategic Plan, and where the Member State cannot provide duly justified reasons, the Commission should be empowered to request the Member State concerned to take the necessary remedial actions in accordance withpresent an action plan to be established in consultation with the Commission and containing clear progress indicators, by means of an implementing act. The action plan shall describe the necessary remedial actions and the expected timeframe for its execution. Where the Member State fails to submit or to implement the action plan or where it becomes evident that the action plan is manifestly insufficient to remedy the situation, the Commission should have the power to suspend the monthly or interim payments, by means of an implementing act.
Amendment 162 #
2018/0217(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 43 a (new)
Recital 43 a (new)
(43 a) Member States shall request recovery from the beneficiary following the occurrence of irregularities and other cases of non-compliance to the conditions of the interventions referred to in the CAP Strategic Plans. However, the cost of implementing those procedures may also be disproportionate to the amounts which are or may be collected. Consequently, Member States should be permitted to halt recovery procedures in certain cases.
Amendment 163 #
2018/0217(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 46 a (new)
Recital 46 a (new)
(46 a) To ensure a level playing field between beneficiaries in different Member States, certain general rules should be introduced on controls and penalties at Union level.
Amendment 207 #
2018/0217(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 3 – paragraph 1 – point c
Article 3 – paragraph 1 – point c
(c) an epizootic or a plant diseasepest affecting part or all of the beneficiary's livestock or crops respectively;
Amendment 223 #
2018/0217(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 7 a (new)
Article 7 a (new)
Article 7 a Competent authority 1. Member States shall designate an authority at ministerial level responsible for: (a) the issuing, reviewing and withdrawing of accreditation of paying agencies referred to inArticle 8(2); (b) the accreditation and withdrawal of the coordinating body referred to in Article 8(4); (c) the appointing of the certification body referred to in Article 11; (d) carrying out the tasks assigned to the competent authority under this Chapter. The competent authority shall, by way of a formal act, decide on the issuing or,following a review, the withdrawal of the accreditation of the paying agency and the coordinating body on the basis of an examination of the accreditation criteria to be adopted by the Commission in accordance with point (a) of Article 10(1). The competent authority shall inform the Commission of accreditations and withdrawals of accreditations without delay.
Amendment 234 #
2018/0217(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 8 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 1
Article 8 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 1
Paying agencies shall be departments or bodies of the Member States responsible for the management and control of expenditure referred in Article 5(2) and Article 6. They shall be responsible, in particular, for the drawn up and submission of the annual performance report referred in article 121(1) of Regulation (EU) …/…[CAP Strategic Plan Regulation].
Amendment 237 #
2018/0217(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 8 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 1
Article 8 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 1
Member States shall accredit, as paying agencies, departments or bodies which have an administrative organisation and a system of internal control which provide sufficient guarantees that payments are legal, regular and properly accounted for. To this end, paying agencies shall comply with minimum conditions for the accreditation with regard to the internal environment, control activities, information and communication and monitoring laid down by the Commission pursuant to point (a) of Article 10(1). The accreditation referred to in the preceding subparagraph must make it possible to obtain ex-ante assurance about compliance with and control of the basic Union requirements specified in Article 2 (c).
Amendment 243 #
2018/0217(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 8 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 5
Article 8 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 5
Member States shall not appoint any new additional paying agency after the date of entry into force of this Regulation, except in case of administrative reorganization in the Member State.
Amendment 249 #
2018/0217(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 8 – paragraph 3 – subparagraph 1 – point b
Article 8 – paragraph 3 – subparagraph 1 – point b
(b) the annual performance report referred to in Article 52(1) showing that the expenditure was made in accordance with Article 35outputs report showing that the expenditure was made in accordance with Article 35 in the light of the annual values contained in the CAP Strategic Plan, as provided for in Article 99 (f) of the CAP Strategic Plans Regulation; the Commission may make observations on the annual outputs report within one month from its submission. Where the Commission does not make any observations within that deadline, the report shall be deemed to have been accepted;
Amendment 252 #
2018/0217(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 8 – paragraph 3 – subparagraph 1 – point b
Article 8 – paragraph 3 – subparagraph 1 – point b
(b) the annual performance report referred to in article 121(1) of Regulation (EU) …/…[CAP Strategic Plan Regulation] and Article 52(1) showing that the expenditure was made in accordance with Article 35;
Amendment 256 #
2018/0217(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 8 – paragraph 3 – subparagraph 1 – point c – point ii
Article 8 – paragraph 3 – subparagraph 1 – point c – point ii
Amendment 258 #
2018/0217(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 8 – paragraph 3 – subparagraph 1 – point c – point ii
Article 8 – paragraph 3 – subparagraph 1 – point c – point ii
(ii) the proper functioning of the govinternancel control systems put in place and of compliance with the basic Union requirements , which give the necessary guarantees concerning the outputs reported in the annual performance report, as provided for in points (b) and (c) of Article 63(6) of the Financial Regulation,
Amendment 262 #
2018/0217(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 8 – paragraph 3 – subparagraph 1 – point c – point iii
Article 8 – paragraph 3 – subparagraph 1 – point c – point iii
(iii) an analysis of the nature and extent of errors and weaknesses identified in governance systems by audit and controls, as well as corrective action taken or planned, as provided for in point (b) of Article 63(5) of the Financial Regulation.
Amendment 270 #
2018/0217(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 8 – paragraph 3 – subparagraph 2
Article 8 – paragraph 3 – subparagraph 2
The deadline of 15 February referred to in the first subparagraph may be exceptionally extended by the Commission to 1 March, upon request by the Member State concerned, as provided for in the second subparagraph Article 63(7) of the Financial Regulation. By derogation of the first paragraph and of suparagraph 3 (c) of this article, for the performance reporting on the realised results and distance to respective targets the deadline may be extended until 30 of April, at the latest.
Amendment 276 #
2018/0217(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 8 – paragraph 3 a (new)
Article 8 – paragraph 3 a (new)
3a. In 2026 and 2030, the person responsible of the accredited paying agency shall forward to the Commission the performance report referred to in Article 121 of the CAP Strategic Plans Regulation.
Amendment 298 #
2018/0217(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 11 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 1
Article 11 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 1
The certification body shall be a public or private audit body designated by the Member Statecompetent authority for a minimum three year period, without prejudice to national law. Where it is a private audit body, and where the applicable Union or national law so requires, it shall be selected by the Member State by means of a public tendering procedure.
Amendment 303 #
2018/0217(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 11 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 2 – point c
Article 11 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 2 – point c
(c) the performance reporting on output indicators for the purposes of the annual performance clearance referred to in Article 52 demonstrating that Article 35 of this Regulation is complied with and the performance reporting on result indicators for the multiannual performance monitoring referred to in Article 115 of Regulation (EU) …/… [CAP Strategic Plan Regulation], demonstrating that Article 35 of this Regulation is complied with, isare correct;
Amendment 304 #
2018/0217(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 11 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 2 – point c
Article 11 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 2 – point c
(c) the performance reporting on output indicators for the purposes of the annual performance clearance referred to in Article 52, demonstrating that Article 35 of this Regulation is complied with, and the performance reporting on result indicators for the multiannual performance monitoring referred to in Article 115 of Regulation (EU) …/… [CAP Strategic Plan Regulation], demonstrating that Article 35 of this Regulation is complied with, is are correct;
Amendment 306 #
2018/0217(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 11 – paragraph 1 a (new)
Article 11 – paragraph 1 a (new)
1a. The opinions issued under points (b) and (c) of the first paragraph shall not be based on a re-verification by the certification body of the eligibility conditions for individual beneficiaries set out in the CAP National Strategic Plans.
Amendment 319 #
2018/0217(COD)
A reserve intended to provide additional support for the agricultural sector for the purpose of market management or stabilisation or in the case of crises affecting the agricultural production or distribution (“the agricultural reserve”) shall be established at the beginning of each year in the EAGF. The initial amount of the agricultural reserve in 2021 shall be set up in the budget of the common agricultural policy.
Amendment 353 #
2018/0217(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 14 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 1
Article 14 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 1
The amount of the agricultural reserve shall be at least EUR 400 million in current prices at the beginning of each year of the period 2021-2027. The Commission may propose to adjust the amount of the annual reserve through the annual budgetary procedure or may adjust the amount of the agricultural reserve during the year when appropriate in view of market developments or perspectives in the current or following year, and taking into account the available appropriations under the EAGF.
Amendment 368 #
2018/0217(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 14 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 3
Article 14 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 3
Amendment 378 #
2018/0217(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 15 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 1
Article 15 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 1
An adjustment rate for direct payments interventions referred to in point (c) of Article 5(2) of this Regulation and Union financial contribution to the specific measures referred to in point (f) of Article 5(2) of this Regulation and granted under Chapter IV of Regulation (EU) No 228/2013 and Chapter IV of Regulation (EU) No 229/2013, ,("the adjustment rate"), shall be determined by the Commission when the forecasts for the financing of the interventions and measures financed under that sub-ceiling for a given financial year indicate that the applicable annual ceilings will be exceeded.
Amendment 454 #
2018/0217(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 32 – paragraph 1
Article 32 – paragraph 1
1. The Commission shall automatically decommit any portion of a budget commitment for rural development interventions in a CAP Strategic Plan that has not been used for the purposes of prefinancing or for making interim payments or for which no declaration of expenditure fulfilling the requirements laid down in Article 30(3) has been presented to it in relation to expenditure effected by 31 December of the seconthird year following that of the budget commitment.
Amendment 457 #
2018/0217(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 32 – paragraph 3
Article 32 – paragraph 3
3. In the event of legal proceedings or of an administrative appeal having suspensory effect, the period for automatic decommitment referred to in paragraph 1 or 2 shall, in respect of the amount relating to the operations concerned, be interrupted for the duration of those proceedings or that administrative appeal, provided that the Commission receives a substantiated notification from the Member State by 31 January of year N + 34.
Amendment 465 #
2018/0217(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 32 – paragraph 4 – subparagraph 1 – point a
Article 32 – paragraph 4 – subparagraph 1 – point a
(a) that part of the budget commitments for which a declaration of expenditure has been made but for which reimbursement has been reduced or suspended by the Commission at 31 December of year N + 23;
Amendment 466 #
2018/0217(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 34 – paragraph 2 – introductory part
Article 34 – paragraph 2 – introductory part
Under EAFRD, an operation may receive different forms of support from the CAP Strategic Plan and from other European Structural and Investments Funds (ESI) Funds or Union instruments only if the total cumulated aid amount granted under the different forms of support does not exceed the highest aid intensity or aid amount applicable to that type of intervention as referred to in Title III of Regulation (EU) No…/… (CAP Strategic Plan Regulation). In such cases Member Statesexpenditure declared in a payment application shall not be declare expenditure to the Commission ford for either of the following:
Amendment 476 #
2018/0217(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 35 – paragraph 1 – point c – point ii
Article 35 – paragraph 1 – point c – point ii
Amendment 488 #
2018/0217(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 37 – paragraph 3
Article 37 – paragraph 3
3. Reductions under this Article shall be applied in accordance with the principle of proportionality without prejudice to Article 51.
Amendment 507 #
2018/0217(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 39 – paragraph 1
Article 39 – paragraph 1
Amendment 508 #
2018/0217(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 39 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 1
Article 39 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 1
In case of delayed or insufficient progress towards targets in accordance with article 121 (9) Regulation (EU) …/…[CAP Strategic Plan Regulation] of the result indicators, as set out in the national CAP Strategic Plan and monitored in accordance with Articles 115 and 116 of Regulation (EU) …/…[CAP Strategic Plan Regulation], the Commission may ask the Member State concerned to implement the necessary remedial actions in accordance with an action plan with clear progress indicators, to be established in consultation with the Commissand where the Member State cannot provide duly justified reasons, the Commission may ask the Member State concerned to present and implement an action plan, to be established in consultation with the Commission . The action plan shall describe the necessary remedial actions and the expected timeframe for its execution.
Amendment 512 #
2018/0217(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 39 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 1
Article 39 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 1
Where the Member States fails to submit or to implement the action plan referred to in paragraph 1 or if that action plan presented by the Member State is manifestly insufficient to remedy the situation, the Commission may adopt implementing acts suspending the monthly payments referred to in Article 19(3) or the interim payments referred to in Article 30. The Commission will take into account the timeframe indicated for the execution of the action plan before any suspension procedure is taken.
Amendment 519 #
2018/0217(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 40 – title
Article 40 – title
Amendment 521 #
2018/0217(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 40 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 1
Article 40 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 1
Amendment 522 #
2018/0217(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 40 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 2
Article 40 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 2
Amendment 523 #
2018/0217(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 40 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 1
Article 40 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 1
Amendment 530 #
2018/0217(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 42 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 2 – point a
Article 42 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 2 – point a
(a) prior to 1 December but not before 16 October, pay advances of up to 50 % for direct payments interventions and for the measures referred to in Chapter IV of Regulation (EU) No 228/2013 and in Chapter IV of Regulation (EU)229/2013 respectively;
Amendment 576 #
2018/0217(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 52 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 1
Article 52 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 1
Where the expenditure referred to in Articles 5(2) and Article 6 and corresponding to the interventions referred to in Title III of Regulation (EU) …/… [CAP Strategic Plan Regulation] does not have a corresponding output as reported in the annual performance report on outputs referred to in Article 8(3)(b), the Commission shall adopt implementing acts prior to 15 October of the year following the budget year in question determining the amounts to be reduced from Union financing. Those implementing acts shall be without prejudice to the content of the implementing acts subsequently adopted pursuant to Article 53 of this Regulation.
Amendment 580 #
2018/0217(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 52 – paragraph 2
Article 52 – paragraph 2
2. The Commission shall assess the amounts to be reduced on the basis of the difference between the annual expenditure declared for an intervention and the amount corresponding to the relevant reported output in accordance with the national CAP Strategic Plan and taking account of justifications provided by the Member State. The reductions will only affect the expenditure declared for the intervention without a corresponding output.
Amendment 587 #
2018/0217(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 53 a (new)
Article 53 a (new)
Article 53 a Recoveries for non-compliance 1. Member States shall request recovery from the beneficiary for any undue payment following the occurrence of irregularities and other cases of non- compliance by beneficiares with the conditions of the interventions referred in the CAP Strategic Plan and bring legal proceeding to that effect as necessary. 2. On duly justified grounds, Member States may decide not to pursue recovery. A decision to this effect may be taken only in the following cases: (a) where the costs already and likely to be effected total more than the amount to be recovered, which condition shall be considered to have been met if: (i) the amount to be recovered from the beneficiary in the context of an individual payment for an intervention, not including interest, does not exceed EUR 100; or (ii) the amount to be recovered from the beneficiary in the context of an individual payment for an intervention, not including interest, falls between EUR 100 and EUR 250 and the Member State concerned applies a threshold equal to or higher than the amount to be recovered under its national law for not pursuing national debts; (b) where recovery proves impossible owing to the insolvency, recorded and recognised under national law, of the debtor or the persons legally responsiblefor the irregularity.
Amendment 588 #
2018/0217(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 53 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 1
Article 53 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 1
Where the Commission finds that the expenditure referred to in Article 5(2) and Article 6, excluding the kinds of intervention referred to in Regulation(EU) .../... [CAP Strategic Plan Regulation], has not been effected in conformity with Union law, the Commission shall adopt implementing acts determining the amounts to be excluded from Union financing.
Amendment 589 #
2018/0217(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 53 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 2
Article 53 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 2
Amendment 592 #
2018/0217(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 53 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 3
Article 53 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 3
Amendment 595 #
2018/0217(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 53 – paragraph 2
Article 53 – paragraph 2
2. The Commission shall assess the amounts to be excluded on the basis of the gravity of the deficiencies found taking into account the principle of proportionality.
Amendment 617 #
2018/0217(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 55 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 2
Article 55 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 2
Amounts of the Union financing under the EAFRD which are cancelled and amounts recovered, and the interest thereon, that Member States will calculate after expiration of the period granted to the beneficiary for payment shall be reallocated to other rural development interventions in the same CAP Strategic Plan. However, the cancelled or recovered Union Funds may be reused in its entirety by Member States only for a rural development operation under the national CAP Strategic Plan and provided the funds are not reallocated to rural development operations which have been the subject of a financial adjustment.
Amendment 624 #
2018/0217(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 57 – paragraph 2
Article 57 – paragraph 2
2. Member States shall set up efficient management and control systems in order to ensure compliance with the Union legislation governing Union interventions. The control systems shall be described in the national CAP Strategic Plan as indicated in article 101 of Regulation (EU) …/…[CAP Strategic Plan Regulation].
Amendment 628 #
2018/0217(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 57 – paragraph 3 – subparagraph 1 a (new)
Article 57 – paragraph 3 – subparagraph 1 a (new)
In the case of penalties in the form of a reduction in the amount of aid or support, the amount of the penalty for a given year shall not exceed 100% of the amount of the aid application, payment claim or of the eligible amount to which the penalty is applied. the same maximum percentage shall apply to payments of an amount calculated on the basis of a quantity and/or the period concerned by the non- compliance.
Amendment 629 #
2018/0217(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 57 – paragraph 3 – subparagraph 1 b (new)
Article 57 – paragraph 3 – subparagraph 1 b (new)
In the case of a penalty in the form of a suspension, withdrawal of an approval, recognition or authorisation or in the case of the exclusion from the right to participate in or benefit from an intervention under the CAP Strategic plan, the maximum period shall be set in three consecutive years.
Amendment 631 #
2018/0217(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 57 – paragraph 3 – subparagraph 2 – point c a (new)
Article 57 – paragraph 3 – subparagraph 2 – point c a (new)
(c a) where the non-compliance is of a minor nature;
Amendment 632 #
2018/0217(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 57 – paragraph 3 – subparagraph 2 – point c b (new)
Article 57 – paragraph 3 – subparagraph 2 – point c b (new)
(c b) where the non-compliance is due to obvious errors of the beneficiary in the aid application or payment claim, which are recognised by the competent authority and subject of correction and ajustment before communication of non-compliance by the competent authority to the beneficiary;
Amendment 646 #
2018/0217(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 58 – paragraph 4 – subparagraph 1 – point e
Article 58 – paragraph 4 – subparagraph 1 – point e
Amendment 650 #
2018/0217(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 62 – paragraph 3 – point a
Article 62 – paragraph 3 – point a
(a) which ensureing a non-discriminatory treatment, equity and the respect of proportionality when lodging a security;
Amendment 682 #
2018/0217(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 70 – paragraph 1
Article 70 – paragraph 1
1. Member States shall set up a control and penalties system for the aid as referred to in Article 63.
Amendment 683 #
2018/0217(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 70 – paragraph 1 a (new)
Article 70 – paragraph 1 a (new)
2. For each of the interventions referred in Article 63(2) Member States shall ensure that the control sample for on-the- spot checks carried out each year covers at least 5% of all beneficiaires. This percentage shall be appropriately increased where any significant non- compliance in the context of a given intervention or measure is detected. Member States may reduce the level of on-the-spot checks where the error rates remain at an acceptable level.
Amendment 684 #
2018/0217(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 70 – paragraph 1 b (new)
Article 70 – paragraph 1 b (new)
3. If, in respect of a crop group defined by the Member State, the area declared for the purposes of any area-related intervention referred in Article 63(2) exceeds the area determined for payment, the aid shall be calculated on the basis of the area determined reduced by twice the difference found if that difference is more than either 3% or two hesctares, but no more than 20% of the area determined for payment. If the difference is more than 20% of the area determined for payment, no area-related aid or support shall be granted for the crop group concerned.
Amendment 686 #
2018/0217(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 70 – paragraph 2
Article 70 – paragraph 2
4. Paragraphs 1 to 5 of Article 57 shall apply mutatis mutandis.
Amendment 737 #
2018/0217(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 84 – paragraph 2 – point b a (new)
Article 84 – paragraph 2 – point b a (new)
(b a) ‘reoccurrence’ of a non- compliance means the non-compliance with the same requirement or standard determined more than once within a consecutive period of three calendar years, provided that the beneficiary has been informed of a previous non- compliance and, as the case may be, has had the possibility to take the necessary measures to terminate that previous non- compliance.
Amendment 740 #
2018/0217(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 84 – paragraph 3 – point c
Article 84 – paragraph 3 – point c
(c) may, where appropriate and feasible, make use of remote sensing or the area monitoring system to carry out the on- the-spot checks referred to in point (a);
Amendment 763 #
2018/0217(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 85 – paragraph 1 a (new)
Article 85 – paragraph 1 a (new)
1 a. The administrative penalty referred to in the first subparagraph shall not apply to beneficiaries reciving an amount of aid equal or less to EUR 1250 per year.
Amendment 791 #
2018/0217(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 86 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 1
Article 86 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 1
In the case of non-compliance due to negligence, the percentage of reduction shall be as a general rule 3% of the total amount of the payments referred to in paragraph 1 of this Article. The reduction shall be determined on the basis of the assessment of the importance of the non- compliance, based on the criteria established in paragraph 1 of this article, and shall not exceed 5%.
Amendment 800 #
2018/0217(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 86 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 2
Article 86 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 2
Member States mayshall set up an early warning system that applies to individual cases of non-compliance occurring for the first time and which, given their minor severity, extent and permanence, shall not lead to a reduction or exclusion. The beneficiary shall be notified of the obligation to take remedial action. Where a subsequent check within three consecutive calendar years establishes that the non- compliance has not been remedied, the reduction pursuant to the first subparagraph shall be applied retroactively.
Amendment 806 #
2018/0217(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 86 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 4
Article 86 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 4
Member States may provide mandatory trainingshall foresee specific training on conditionality under the farm advisory system provided for in Section 3 of Chapter 1 of Title III of Regulation (EU) …/…[CAP Strategic Plan Regulation] to the beneficiaries who have received an early warning which can be made mandatory.
Amendment 811 #
2018/0217(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 86 – paragraph 3
Article 86 – paragraph 3
3. In case of reoccurrence, the percentage reduction shall be higher than the one to be applied in case of non- compliance due to negligence and sanctioned for the first time. and shall not exceed 15%
Amendment 815 #
2018/0217(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 86 – paragraph 3 – subparagraph 1 (new)
Article 86 – paragraph 3 – subparagraph 1 (new)
In case of subsequent reocurrences, and if no justified reason is provided, the beneficiary shall be considered to have acted intentionally within the meaning of paragraph 4 of this article.
Amendment 819 #
2018/0217(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 86 – paragraph 4
Article 86 – paragraph 4
4. In case of intentional non- compliance, the percentage shall be higher than the one applied in case of reoccurrence pursuant to paragraph 3 and may go as far as total exclusion from payments and may apply for one or more calendar years, to be determined on the basis of the assessment of the relevance of the non-compliance, based on the criteria established in paragraph 1 of Article 86.
Amendment 17 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 1 a (new)
Recital 1 a (new)
(1a) On 14 March and 30 May 2018, the European Parliament stressed in its resolution on the 2021-2027Multiannual Financial Framework (MFF) the importance of the horizontal principles that should underpin the MFF 2021-2027 and all related Union policies. Parliament reaffirmed, in that context, its position that the Union must deliver on its commitment to be a frontrunner in implementing the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), and deplored the lack of a clear and visible commitment to that end in those proposals. Therefore, Parliament requested the mainstreaming of the SDGs into all Union policies and initiatives of the next MFF. It further underlined that the elimination of discrimination was vital to fulfil the EU’s commitments towards an inclusive Europe and therefore called for gender mainstreaming and gender equality commitments to be incorporated in all Union policies and initiatives in the next MFF. It stressed in its resolution that, in response to the Paris Agreement, cross- cutting climate-related spending should be significantly increased in comparison with the current MFF and reach 30% as soon as possible and at the latest by 2027.
Amendment 18 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 1 b (new)
Recital 1 b (new)
(1b) In its resolution of 30 May 2018 on the Multiannual Financial Framework and own resources for2021-2027, the European Parliament deplored the fact that the Commission proposal of 2 May 2018 on the MFF for 2021-2027 led directly to a 15% reduction in the level of the common agricultural policy, and stated that it was particularly opposed to any radical cuts that would adversely impact on the very nature and objectives of that policy. It also questioned, in this context, the proposal to drastically cut the European Agricultural Fund for Rural Development by more than 25 %;
Amendment 19 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 1 c (new)
Recital 1 c (new)
(1c) It is essential to maintain the overall funding allocated to the common agricultural policy 2021-2027 for the EU- 27 at least at the level of the 2014-2020 budget at constant prices.
Amendment 27 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 52
Recital 52
(52) 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, this Program will contribute to mainstream climate action in the Union's policies and to the achievement of an overall target of 2530% of the EU budget expenditures supporting climate objectives. Actions under the CAP are expected to contribute 405 % of the overall financial envelope of the CAP to climate objectives. Relevant actions will be identified during the Program's preparation and implementation, and reassessed in the context of the relevant evaluations and review processes.
Amendment 31 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 2 – paragraph 2
Article 2 – paragraph 2
2. Chapter III of Title II, Chapter II of Title III and Articles 41 and 43 of Regulation (EU) [CPR] of the European Parliament and of the Council26 shall apply to support financed by the EAFRD under this Regulation, in order to ensure continuity between the structural funds and the strategic plans. _________________ 26 Regulation (EU) […/…] of the European Parliament and of the Council of [date] [full tittle] (OJ L ).
Amendment 52 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 29 – paragraph 2
Article 29 – paragraph 2
2. The Member States’ interventions shall help the supported sectors and productions or specific types of farming therein listed in Article 30 addressing the difficulty or difficulties they undergo or helping strategic sectors to develop by improving their competitiveness, their sustainability or their quality.
Amendment 53 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 30 – paragraph 1
Article 30 – paragraph 1
Coupled income support may only be granted to the following sectors and productions or specific types of farming therein where these are important for economic, social or environmental reasons: cereals, oilseeds, protein crops, grain legumes, fodder legumes, flax, hemp, rice, nuts, starch potato, milk and milk products, seeds, sheepmeat and goatmeat, beef and veal, olive oil, silkworms, dried fodder, hops, sugar beet, cane and chicory, fruit and vegetables, short rotation coppice and other non-food crops, excluding trees, used for the production of products that have the potential to substitute fossil materials.
Amendment 59 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 86 – paragraph 5 – subparagraph 1
Article 86 – paragraph 5 – subparagraph 1
The indicative financial allocations for the coupled income support interventions referred to in Subsection 1 of Section 2 of Chapter II of Title III, shall be limited to a maximum of 105% of the amounts set out in Annex VII.
Amendment 60 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 86 – paragraph 5 – subparagraph 2
Article 86 – paragraph 5 – subparagraph 2
By way of derogation from the first sub- paragraph, Member States that in accordance with Article 53(4) of Regulation (EU) No 1307/2013 used for the purpose of voluntary coupled support more than 13% of their annual national ceiling set out in Annex II to that Regulation, may decide to use for the purpose of coupled income support more than 10% of the amount set out in Annex VII. The resulting percentage shall not exceed the percentage approved by the Commission for voluntary coupled support in respect of claim year 2018.
Amendment 62 #
2018/0216(COD)
The percentage referred to in the first subparagraph, may be increased by a maximum of 28%, provided that the amount corresponding to the percentage exceeding the 105% is allocated to the support for protein crops under Subsection 1 of Section 2 of Chapter II of Title III.
Amendment 63 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 90 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 1 – point b
Article 90 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 1 – point b
(b) up to 15% of the Member State's allocation for EAFRD in financial years 2022 – 2027 to the Member State's allocation for direct payments set out in Annex IV for calendar years 2021 to 2026.
Amendment 65 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 127 – paragraph 2
Article 127 – paragraph 2
2. The Commission shall carry out an interim evaluation to examine the effectiveness, efficiency, relevance, coherence and Union added value of the EAGF and the EAFRD, as well as the use by Member States of transfers between direct payments and EAFRD allocations in accordance with Article 90 of this Regulation, by the end of the third year following the start of implementation of the CAP Strategic Plans taking into account the indicators set out in Annex I. The Commission may make use of all relevant information already available in accordance with Article [128] of the [New Financial Regulation].
Amendment 66 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 127 – paragraph 3
Article 127 – paragraph 3
3. The Commission shall carry out an ex post evaluation to examine the effectiveness, efficiency, relevance, coherence and Union added value of the EAGF and the EAFRD, as well as the use by Member States of transfers between direct payments and EAFRD allocations in accordance with Article 90 of this Regulation.
Amendment 450 #
2018/0216(COD)
Draft legislative resolution
Citation 3 a (new)
Citation 3 a (new)
– having regard to Article 13 of the TFEU;
Amendment 466 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 1 a (new)
Recital 1 a (new)
(1a) In its resolution of 30 May 2019 on the Multiannual Financial Framework and own resources for 2021-2027, the European Parliament deplored the act that the Commission proposal of 2 May 2018 on the MFF for 2021-2027 led directly to a 15% reduction in the level of the CAP, and stated that it was opposed to any cuts that would adversely impact on the very nature and objectives of that policy. It also questioned, in this context, the proposal to drastically cut the EARDF by more than 25%
Amendment 467 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 1 b (new)
Recital 1 b (new)
(1b) It is essential to maintain the overall funding allocated to the CAP 2021-2027 for the EU-27 at least at the level of 2014-2020 budget at constant prices.
Amendment 470 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 2
Recital 2
(2) Since the CAP needs to sharpen its responses to the challenges, such as increasing concentration of agricultural land and inter alia concentration of direct payments in the hands of few, 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 sustainability and performance (‘delivery model’), 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 in the broader context of a level playing field. Enhanced subsidiarity makes it possible to better take into account local conditions and needs, tailoring the support to maximise the contribution to Union objectives. This is only possible if targets are ambitious and a monitoring system is used which allows a comparison between Member States to guarantee that at the European level the CAP contributes to societal demands regarding the environment, biodiversity and animal welfare.
Amendment 482 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 3
Recital 3
(3) The use of common definitions entirely set at Union level has caused certain difficulties for Member States to cater their own specificities at national, regional, and local level. Member States should therefore be given the flexibility to specify certain definitions in their CAP Strategic Plan. In order to ensure a common level playing field, a certainthe framework has, however, to be set at Union level constituting the necessary essential elements to be included in those definitions (‘framework definitions’) to prevent distortion of the Single Market.
Amendment 490 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 4
Recital 4
(4) In order to ensure that the Union can respect its international obligations on domestic support as set out in the WTO Agreement on Agriculture, and in particular that the basic income support for sustainability and related types of interventions continue to be notified as ‘Green Box’ support which has no, or at most minimal, trade- distorting effects or effects on production, the framework definition for ‘agricultural activity’ should provide for both the production of agricultural products or the maintenance of the agricultural area. In light of adjusting to local conditions, Member States should lay down the actual definition of agricultural activity in their CAP Strategic Plans.
Amendment 555 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 12
Recital 12
(12) A smarter, modernised and moremore resistant and sustainable CAP needs to embrace research and innovation, in order to serve the multi- functionality of Union agriculture, forestry and food systems, investing in technological development and, digitalisation and agro-ecological practices, as well as improving the access to impartial, sound, relevant and new knowledge as well as possibilities to exchange from farmer to farmer for the benefit of rural communities as well as the agricultural sector.
Amendment 587 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 15
Recital 15
(15) In the context of greater market- orientation of the CAP on the European market, as outlined by the Communication on ‘The Future of Food and Farming’, market exposure, climate change and associated frequency and severity of extreme weather events, as well as sanitary and phytosanitary crises, may lead to risks of price volatility and increasing pressures on incomes. Thus, although farmers are ultimately responsible for designing their on-farm strategies, a robust framework to regulate the markets should be set up to ensure appropriate risk management of health and climate risks, which avoids the pitfalls and problems encountered in other models adopted around the world. To this aim, Member States and farmers may be able to draw on a Union-level platform on risk management for capacity-building in order to provide farmers with adequate financial instruments for investments and access to working capital, training, knowledge transfer and advice.
Amendment 598 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 16 – point 1
Recital 16 – point 1
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, the incorporation of new farmers, greater participation by women in the rural economy, generational renewal and the development of ‘Smart Villages’ across the European countryside. In order to stabilise and diversify the rural economy, it also requires business start-ups and development, securing and retaining of non-agricultural enterprises as well as the basic provisions for the rural population. 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.
Amendment 610 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 17
Recital 17
(17) The CAP should keep ensuring food security for Europe, which should be understood as meaning access to sufficient, safe and nutritious food at all times and maximising EU plant protein production. Moreover, it should help improving the response of Union agriculture to new societal demands on food and health, including sustainable agricultural production, healthier nutrition, reduced food waste and enhanced animal welfare. The CAP should continue to promote production with specific and valuable characteristics, whilesuch as regionally identifiable food chains, and at the same time helping farmers to proactively adjust their production according to market signals and consumers’ demands. Member States should ensure that financial support for farmers in procuring new skills and equipment required to transition their production in order to meet changing consumer demands and protect livelihoods in rural communities is being allocated.
Amendment 627 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 18 a (new)
Recital 18 a (new)
(18a) The funds available for the EAFRD must be sufficient regarding the importance of interventions for rural development, especially regarding more ambitious environment and climate goals to which the European Union committed itself in international agreements and to which the agriculture has to make its contribution.
Amendment 643 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 21 a (new)
Recital 21 a (new)
(21a) The Commission shall guarantee the strict implementation of Union legislation at all times and in all Member States concerning animal welfare, environmental protection, climate action and food security. Consequently, the Commission shall apply systematically the appropriate sanctions and penalties in case of repeated infringements by Member States.
Amendment 658 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 24
Recital 24
(24) Member States should set up and put in place procedures for avoidance of conflicts of interest for farm advisory services for the purpose ofwhose objective is improving the sustainable management and overall performance of agricultural holdings and rural businesses, covering economic, environmental and social dimensions and the specific objectives of this regulation referred to in Article 6, and to identify the necessary improvements as regards all measures at farm level provided for in the CAP Strategic Plans. These farm advisory services should help farmers and other beneficiaries of CAP support to become more aware of the relationship between farm management and land management on the one hand, and certain standards, requirements and information, including environmental and climate ones as well as animal welfare, on the other hand. The list of the latter includes standards applying to or necessary for farmers and other CAP beneficiaries and set in the CAP Strategic Plan, as well as those stemming from the legislation on water, on and the sustainablreduction of the use of pesticides, as well as agro- ecological measures, the promotion of the sustainable management of nutrients, the initiatives to combat antimicrobial resistance and the management of risks. In order to enhance the quality and effectiveness of the advice, Member States should set out procedures for avoidance of conflicts of interest, and integrate advisors within the Agricultural Knowledge and Innovation Systems (AKIS), in order to be able to deliver up-to-date technological and scientific information developed by research and innovation.
Amendment 683 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 25
Recital 25
(25) In order to ensure a fairer distribution of income support, the amounts of direct payments above a certain ceiling should be reduced and the product should either be used for decoupled direct payments and in prioritirstly for the ecomplementary redistributive income support for sustainability, or be transferred to the EAFRD. In order to avoid negative effects on employment, labour should be taken into account when applying the mechanism- schemes, and secondly be transferred to the EAFRD. Payments for the eco-schemes shall not be touched by the ceiling.
Amendment 690 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 25 a (new)
Recital 25 a (new)
(25 a) The European Court of Auditors notes in its opinion No 7/2018 that the largest part of the budget would continue to be hectare based direct payments to farmers. However, this instrument is not appropriate for addressing the many environmental and societal concerns, nor is it the most efficient way of assuring a viable income for farmers. They also critisise the lack of necessary elements of an effective performance system as well as fewer and less effective checks and audits.
Amendment 700 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 26
Recital 26
(26) Union legislation should provide that Member States should set requirements in terms of minimum area for receiving decoupled payments in their CAP Strategic Plan. Such requirements should relate to the need to avoid the excessive administrative burden caused by managing numerous payments of small amounts and to that of ensuring an effective contribution of the support to the objectives of the CAP to which the decoupled direct payments contribute. In order to guarantee a minimum level of agricultural income support for all genuine farmers, as well as to comply with the Treaty objective in ensuring a fair standard of living for the agricultural community, an annual area- based decoupled payment should be established as the type of intervention ‘basic income support for sustainability’. In order to enhance better targeting of this support, the payment amounts can be differentiated, by groups of territories, based on socio- economic and/or agronomic conditions. In view of avoiding disruptive effects for farmers' income, Member States may choose to implement the basic income support for sustainability based on payment entitlements. In this case, the value of payment entitlements before any further convergence should be proportional to their value as established under the basic payment schemes pursuant to Regulation (EU) No 1307/2013, taking also into account the payments for agricultural practices beneficial for the climate and the environment. Member States should also achieve a furtherll convergence by 2027 in order to continue to move progressivelymove away from historical values.
Amendment 721 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 28
Recital 28
(28) Small farms remain a cornerstone of Union agriculture as they play a vital role in supporting rural employment and contribute to social cohesion in rural areas and to territorial development. In order to promote a more balanced distribution of support and to reduce administrative burden for beneficiaries of small amounts, Member States should have the option ofall offering to small farmers the possibility of replacing the other direct payments by providing a round somelump sum payment for small farmers.
Amendment 730 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 29
Recital 29
(29) In view of the acknowledged need to promote a more balanced distribution of support towards small and/or medium- sized farmers in a visible and measurable way, a specific decoupled payment per hectare, the complementary redistributive income support for sustainability, should be established at Union level. To allow for a better targeting of this complementary support and in view of acknowledging the differences in farm structures across the Union, Member States should have the possibility to provide different amounts of complementary support to different ranges of hectares.
Amendment 745 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 31
Recital 31
(31) The CAP should ensure that Member States increase the environmental delivery by respecting local needs and farmers' actual circumstances. Member States should under direct payments in the CAP Strategic Plan set up Eco-schemes voluntary for farmers, which should be fully coordinated with the other relevant interventions. They should be defined by the Member States as a payment granted either for incentivising and remunerating the provision of public goods by agricultural practices beneficial to the environment and climate or as a compensation forand the introduction of these practices. In both cases tThey should aim at enhancing the environmental and climate performance of the CAPagricultural holdings and should consequently be conceived to go beyond the mandatory requirements already prescribed by the system of conditionality. Member States may decide to set up eco- schemes for agricultural practicesto promote all forms of sustainable production model (organic farming, conservation agriculture, agroforestry, integrated farming, etc.), environmental certification such as the enhancedemes, extensive livestock farming, agricultural practices to improve the management of permanent pastures and landscape features, and organic farming. These schemes may also includincluding agriculture and viticulture on steep slopes or terraces. These schemes may also include measures of a type other than rural development agri-environment and climate commitments, as well as measures of the same type as the ‘entry- level schemes’ which may be a condition for taking up more ambitious rural development commitments.
Amendment 749 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 31
Recital 31
(31) The CAP should ensure that Member States increase the environmental delivery by respecting local needs and farmers' actual circumstances. Member States should under direct payments in the CAP Strategic Plan set up Eco-schemes voluntary for farmers, which should be fully coordinated with the other relevant interventions. They should be defined by the Member States as a payment granted either for incentivising and remunerating the provision of public goods by agricultural practices beneficial to the environment and climate or as a compensation for the introduction of these practices. In both cases they should aim at enhancing the environmental and climate performance of the CAP and should consequently be conceived to go beyond the mandatory requirements already prescribed by the system of conditionality. Member States may decide to set up eco- schemes for agricultural practices such as the enhanced management of permanent pastures and landscape features, and organic farming. These schemes may also include ‘entry-level schemes’ which may be a condition for taking up more ambitious rural development commitmentshigh nature value farming and organic farming.
Amendment 760 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 31 a (new)
Recital 31 a (new)
(31 a) Organic farming is developing in many Member States and has a proven track record for delivering public goods, for example safeguarding ecosystem services and natural resources, creating new jobs, especially for young farmers and women and meeting societal demands. But the growth in demand is bigger than the one in production. Member States shall ensure that their CAP Strategic Plan incentivises an increase in the share of organically farmed agricultural land in order to satisfy the growing demand for organic products and to further improve the whole organic supply chain.
Amendment 770 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 32
Recital 32
(32) Member States should be allowed to use part of their financial ceiling available for direct payments for coupled income support in order to improve competitiveness, sustainability, and/or quality in certain sectors and productions that are particularly important for social, economic or environmental reasons andor undergo certain difficulties. Furthermore, Member States should also be allowed to use an additional part of their financial ceiling available for direct payments to grant coupled income support specifically for the support of protein crop production in order to reduce the Union's deficit in this regard and to develop a real strategic plan in accordance with the European parliament report 2017/2116 (INI) and the European Commission report (November 2018).
Amendment 784 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 35 a (new)
Recital 35 a (new)
(35a) As the vast majority of undertakings in the winegrowing sector are small and medium-sized enterprises, a derogation from the maximum duration of the promotion action in third countries is appropriate for actions where the beneficiaries are PDO and PGI management bodies, since the beneficiaries of the measure are all winegrowing holdings, most of which are small and medium-sized enterprises which do not have the resources to carry out promotion programmes in third country markets on an individual and sustainable basis for a specific period of time. Therefore, the fact that it is not possible to conduct ongoing campaigns with the same activities or target groups after three or five years puts small and medium-sized enterprises at a disadvantage compared to large enterprises.
Amendment 798 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 38
Recital 38
(38) Support for management commitments may include organic farming premia for the maintenance of and the conversion to organic land; payments for other types of interventions supporting environmentally friendly production systems such as agro-ecology, conservation agriculture and, integrated production, digital agriculture and precision agriculture; forest environmental and climate services and forest conservation; premia for forests and establishment of agroforestry systems, the maintenance of perennial agricultural tree crops and vineyards exploiting agricultural land on terraces and steep slopes; animal welfare; conservation, sustainable use and development of genetic resources. Member States may develop other schemes under this type of interventions on the basis of their needs. This type of payments should cover additional costs and income foregone only resulting from commitments going beyond the baseline of mandatory standards and requirements established in Union and national law, as well as conditionality, as laid down in the CAP Strategic Plan. Commitments related to this type of interventions may be undertaken for a pre- established annual or pluri-annual period and might go beyond seven years where duly justified.
Amendment 821 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 40
Recital 40
(40) In order to ensure a fair income and a resilient agricultural sector across the Union territory, Member States may grant support to farmers in areas facing natural and other area-specific constraints. As regards payments for ANC, the designation of the 2014-2020 Rural Development policy should continue to apply. For the CAP to deliver enhanced Union added value on the environment and reinforce its synergies with the financing of investments in nature and biodiversity, it is necessary to keep a separate measure aiming at compensating beneficiaries for disadvantages related to the implementation of Natura 2000 and Water Framework Directives. Support should therefore continue to be granted to farmers and forest holders to help address specific disadvantages resulting from the implementation of Directive 2009/147/EC and Directive 92/43/EEC and in order to contribute to the effective management of Natura 2000 sites. Support should also be made available to farmers to help address disadvantages in river basin areas resulting from the implementation of the Water Framework Directive. Support should be linked to specific requirements described in the CAP Strategic Plans that go beyond relevant mandatory standards and requirements. Member States should also ensure that payments to farmers do not lead to double funding with eco schemes, while at the same time allowing enough flexibility in Strategic Plans to promote complementarity between different interventions. Furthermore, the specific needs of Natura 2000 areas should be taken into accounmet by Member States in the overall design of their CAP Strategic Plans.
Amendment 849 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 42
Recital 42
(42) In the light of the need to fill the investment gap in the Union agricultural sector and improve access to financial instruments for priority groups, notably young farmers, women and new entrants with higher risk profiles, use of the InvestEU guarantee and combination of grants and financial instruments should be encouraged. Since the use of financial instruments across Member States varies considerably as a result of differences in terms of access to finance, banking sector development, presence of risk capital, familiarity of public administrations and potential range of beneficiaries, Member States should establish in the CAP Strategic Plan appropriate targets, beneficiaries and preferential conditions, and other possible eligibility rules.
Amendment 860 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 43
Recital 43
(43) Young farmers and new entrants still face significant barriers regarding access to land, high prices and access to credit. Their businesses are more threatened by price volatility (for both inputs and produce) and their needs in terms of training in entrepreneurial and, risk prevention and management skills are high. It is therefore essential to continue the support for the setting up of new businesses and new farms. Member States should provide for a strategic approach and identify a clear and coherent set of interventions for generational renewal under the specific objective dedicated to this issue. To this aim, Member States may set in their CAP Strategic Plans preferential conditions for financial instruments for young farmers and new entrants, and should include in their CAP Strategic Plan the ring-fencing of at least an amount corresponding to 2% of the annual direct payments' envelope. An increase of the maximum amount of aid for the installation of young farmers and rural business start-ups, up to EUR 100.000, which can be accessed also through or in combination with financial instrument form of support, should be established.
Amendment 883 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 45
Recital 45
(45) Support should enable the establishment and implementation of cooperation between at least two entities in view of achieving CAP objectives. Support can entail all aspects of such cooperation, such as the setting up of quality schemes; collective environmental and climate action; the promotion of short supply chain and local markets; pilot projects; Operational Group projects within the EIP for agricultural productivity and sustainability local development projects, Smart Villages, buyers' clubs and machinery rings; farm partnerships; forest management plans; networks and clusters; social farming; community supported agriculture; actions within the scope of LEADER; and the setting up of producer groups and producer organisations, as well as other forms of rural community cooperation cooperation deemed necessary to achieve the specific objectives of the CAP, particularly rural development.
Amendment 900 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 46
Recital 46
(46) The Communication on ‘The Future of Food and Farming’ mentions the exchange of knowledge and focus on innovation as a cross cutting objective for the new CAP. The CAP should continue to support the interactive innovation model, which enhances the collaboration between actors to make best use of complementary types of knowledge with a view to spreading practical solutions. Farm advisory services should be free of conflicts of interests and strengthened within the AKIS. The CAP Strategic Plan should provide information on how advisory services, research and rural networks will work together. Each Member State or region, as appropriate, can fund a number of actions aimed at knowledge exchange and innovation, using the types of interventions developed in this Regulation.
Amendment 912 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 48
Recital 48
(48) The EAGF should not provide support to activities that would harm the environment, or which are not consistent with climate and environment objectives in line with sustainable agricultural management principles. Support for direct payments under the CAP Strategic Plans should be granted within national allocations to be fixed by this Regulation. These national allocations should reflect a continuation of the changes whereby the allocations to Member States with the lowest support level per hectare are gradually increased to close 50% of the gap towards 90% of the Union average. In order to take into account the reduction of payments' mechanism and the use of its product in the Member State, the total indicative financial allocations per year in the CAP Strategic Plan of a Member State should be allowed to exceed the national allocation.
Amendment 945 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 52
Recital 52
(52) 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 and considering that the agricultural sector is a major GHG emitter, this Program will contribute to mainstreaming climate action in the Union's policies and to the achievement of an overall target of 25% of the EU budget expenditures supporting climate objectives. Actions under the CAP are expected to contribute 40 % of the overall financial envelope of the CAP to climate objectives. Relevant actions will be identspecified during the Program's preparation and implementation, and reassessed in the context of the relevant evaluations and review processes.
Amendment 951 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 52 a (new)
Recital 52 a (new)
(52 a) In order to tackle the loss of biodiversity in line with the Union's commitments to implement the Convention on Biological Diversity and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, the Member States shall provide biodiversity measures under Articles 28, 65 and 67 and provide appropriate funding which helps to achieve the specific objectives of Article 6 (f).
Amendment 965 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 55
Recital 55
(55) In order to ensure a clear strategic nature of these CAP Strategic Plans, and to facilitate the links with other Union policies, and notably with established long- term national targets deriving from Union legislation or international agreements such as those related to climate change, forests, biodiversity, and water, it is appropriate that there should be one single CAP Strategic Plan per Member State. Taking account the administrative structure of Member Stats, the Strategic Plan shall, where appropriate, include regionalised rural development interventions.
Amendment 997 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 59
Recital 59
(59) The strategy should also highlight complementarity both between CAP tools and with the other Union policies. In particular, each CAP Strategic Plan should take account of environmental and climate legislation where appropriate, and national plans emanating from this legislation should be described as part of the analysis of the current situation ('SWOT analysis'). It is appropriate to list tThe legislative instruments which should specifically be referred to in the CAP Strategic Plan must be listed.
Amendment 1003 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 60
Recital 60
(60) Considering that flexibility should be accorded to Member States as regards the choice of delegating part of the implementation of the CAP Strategic Plan at regional level on the basis of avia Regional Intervention Programs in coherence with the national framework, in order to facilitate co- ordination among the regions in addressing nation-wide challenges, it is appropriate that the CAP Strategic Plans provide a description of the interplay between national and regional interventions.
Amendment 1052 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 76
Recital 76
(76) Mechanisms should be in place to take action to protect the Union’s financial interests in case the CAP Strategic Plan implementation deviates significantly from the targets set. Member States may thus be asked to submit action plans in case of significant and non-justified underperformance. This could lead to suspensions and, in the end, reductions of the Union funds if the planned results are not achieved. Moreover, an overall performance bonus is established as part of the incentive mechanism based on allocating the performance bonus, in view of encouraging good environmental and climate performances.
Amendment 1080 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 1 – paragraph 1 – point c
Article 1 – paragraph 1 – point c
(c) CAP Strategic Plans to be drawn up by Member States and, where appropriate, together with Regions, setting targets, defining interventions and allocating financial resources, in line with the specific objectives and identified needs;
Amendment 1088 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 2 – paragraph 2
Article 2 – paragraph 2
2. Chapter III of Title II, Chapter II of Title III and Articles 41 and 43 of Regulation (EU) [CPR] of the European Parliament and of the Council26 shall apply to support financed by the EAFRD under this Regulation in order to ensure continuity between the structural funds and the strategic plans. _________________ 26 Regulation (EU) […/…] of the European Parliament and of the Council of [date] [full tittle] (OJ L ).
Amendment 1163 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 4 – paragraph 1 – point b – point ii
Article 4 – paragraph 1 – point b – point ii
(ii) 'permanent crops' shall be non- rotational crops other than permanent grassland and permanent pasture that occupy the land for five years or more, which yield repeated harvests, including nurseries and short rotation coppice, including where grasses or other herbaceous forage are not predominant or absent from the pasture;
Amendment 1234 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 4 – paragraph 1 – point d
Article 4 – paragraph 1 – point d
(d) 'genuine farmers' shall be defined in a way to ensure that no support is granted to those whose agricultural activity forms only an insignificant part of their overall economic activities or whose principal business activity is not agricultural, while not precluding from support pluri-active farmers. The definition shall allowmake it possible to determine which farmers are not considered genuine farmers, based on conditions such as income tests, labour inputs on the farmthe age of the farmer with regard to national provisions on the statutory retirement age, labour inputs on the farm, the effective participation of the farmer in the work, company object and/or inclusion in registers.
Amendment 1347 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 6 – paragraph 1 – point a
Article 6 – paragraph 1 – point a
(a) support viable farm household income and resilience across the Union to enhance food securitylong-term food and nutrition security while limiting overproduction;
Amendment 1352 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 6 – paragraph 1 – point a
Article 6 – paragraph 1 – point a
(a) support viable farm income and resilience across the Union to enhance food security and food sovereignty;
Amendment 1366 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 6 – paragraph 1 – point b
Article 6 – paragraph 1 – point b
(b) enhance market orientation and increase competitivenes, improvement of the economic viability of farms on the local, national and international markets and short supply chains, including greater focus on research, technology and digitalisation and value added products such as organic;
Amendment 1370 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 6 – paragraph 1 – point b
Article 6 – paragraph 1 – point b
(b) enhance market orientation and increase competitiveness, includingIncrease competitiveness, including not only prices and production costs, but also employment generated and environmental impact, a greater focus on research, technology and digitalisation;
Amendment 1392 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 6 – paragraph 1 – point d
Article 6 – paragraph 1 – point d
(d) contribute to climate change mitigation and adaptation, as well as sustainable energy, introduce a real strategy to help the agricultural sector in reducing greenhouse gas emissions;
Amendment 1395 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 6 – paragraph 1 – point d
Article 6 – paragraph 1 – point d
(d) contribute to climate change mitigation and adaptation, as well as sustainable energyincluding soil carbon sequestration, in line with relevant international agreements;
Amendment 1405 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 6 – paragraph 1 – point e
Article 6 – paragraph 1 – point e
(e) foster sustainable development and efficient managementenvironmental conservation and preservation of natural resources such as water, soil and air; reaching the good state foreseen in the relevant legislative instruments;
Amendment 1415 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 6 – paragraph 1 – point f
Article 6 – paragraph 1 – point f
(f) contribute to the protection of biodiversity, enhance ecosystem services and preserv in particular pollinators, lessen the dependency on pesticides, enhance ecosystem services, nature conservation, agroforestry and preserve and restore habitats and landscapes;
Amendment 1416 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 6 – paragraph 1 – point f
Article 6 – paragraph 1 – point f
(f) contribute to the protection of biodiversity, enhance ecosystemreversing the decline of biodiversity, including agrobiodiversity, enhance and reward the provision of environmental services and preserve habitats and landscapes;
Amendment 1417 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 6 – paragraph 1 – point f
Article 6 – paragraph 1 – point f
(f) contribute to the protection of biodiversity, enhance ecosystem services and, preserve habitats and landscapes and help prevent natural hazards;
Amendment 1427 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 6 – paragraph 1 – point g
Article 6 – paragraph 1 – point g
(g) attract young farmers and facilitate business developmentnew entrants, improve training and experience abroad, facilitate business development and the good functioning of public services (social, medical, digital) in rural areas;
Amendment 1431 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 6 – paragraph 1 – point g
Article 6 – paragraph 1 – point g
(g) attract young farmers and new entrants, in particular women, and facilitate business development in rural areas;
Amendment 1455 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 6 – paragraph 1 – point h
Article 6 – paragraph 1 – point h
(h) promote employment, decent jobs, growth, social inclusion, gender equality and local development in rural areas, including bio-economy and sustainable forestry;
Amendment 1458 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 6 – paragraph 1 – point h
Article 6 – paragraph 1 – point h
(h) promote employment, growth, investment, social inclusion, and local development in rural areas, including tourism, bio-economy and sustainable forestry;
Amendment 1465 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 6 – paragraph 1 – point h a (new)
Article 6 – paragraph 1 – point h a (new)
(h a) ensure a fair standard of living, and gender equality; pay, working conditions, promotion, access to training
Amendment 1467 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 6 – paragraph 1 – point i
Article 6 – paragraph 1 – point i
(i) improve the response of EU agriculture to societal demands on food and health, including safe, nutritious and sustainable food, food waste, as well as animal welfare.nutritional quality and safety of food, combating food waste, mainstreaming animal welfare and reducing dependence on inputs, with objectives – quantified if possible – for phytosanitary health at EU level;
Amendment 1473 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 6 – paragraph 1 – point i
Article 6 – paragraph 1 – point i
(i) improve the response of EUaddress agriculture to societal challenges and demands on food and health, including safe, nutritious and sustainable food, food wasta reduction of food waste and antibiotics use, as well as enhanced animal welfare.
Amendment 1485 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 6 – paragraph 1 – point i a (new)
Article 6 – paragraph 1 – point i a (new)
(i a) systematically take into account the objectives of development cooperation and contribute to the implementation of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, avoiding negative external impacts of the Union's policies on developing countries and their populations.
Amendment 1492 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 6 – paragraph 1 – point i a (new)
Article 6 – paragraph 1 – point i a (new)
(i a) improve the response of agriculture and rural development to migratory movements
Amendment 1517 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 7 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 1 – point c
Article 7 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 1 – point c
(c) impact indicators related to the objectives set out in Articles 5 and 6(1) and used in the context of the CAP Strategic Planfor establishing quantified performance targets in respect to the specific objectives in the CAP Strategic Plans and assessing progress made towards the targets and of the CAP.
Amendment 1535 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 7 – paragraph 2
Article 7 – paragraph 2
Amendment 1548 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 8 – paragraph 1
Article 8 – paragraph 1
Member States, and the regions when they are Managing Authorities shall pursue the objectives set out in Title II by specifying interventions based on the types of interventions set out in Chapters II, III and IV of this Title in accordance with the common requirements set out in this Chapter.
Amendment 1550 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 9 – paragraph 1
Article 9 – paragraph 1
Member States and, where appropriate, in collaboration with regions, shall design the interventions of their CAP Strategic Plans in accordance with the Charter of Fundamental Rights of the European Union and, the general principles of Union law and the subsidiarity principle.
Amendment 1560 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 9 – paragraph 2 a (new)
Article 9 – paragraph 2 a (new)
In the case of a legal person or a group of natural or legal persons, Member States may apply the reduction referred to in Article 15 or certain limits set out in their strategic plans at the level of the members of those legal persons or groups where national law provides for the individual members to assume rights and obligations comparable to those of individual farmers who have the status of a head of holding, in particular as regards their economic, social and tax status, provided that they have contributed to strengthening the agricultural structures of the legal persons or groups concerned.
Amendment 1579 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 10 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 2
Article 10 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 2
Those interventions shall also respect the provisions of the additional paragraph of Annex 2 to the WTO Agreement on Agriculture as set out in Annex II to this Regulation. Interventions belonging to types of interventions other than the basic income support for sustainability, the complementary redistributive income support for sustainability, the complementary income support for young farmers and the schemes for the climate and the environment may instead respect a different paragraph of Annex 2 to the WTO Agreement on Agriculture if that is justified in the CAP Strategic Plan.
Amendment 1594 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 11 – paragraph 1 – introductory part
Article 11 – paragraph 1 – introductory part
1. Member States shall include in their CAP Strategic Plans a system of conditionality, under which an effective and disuassive system of administrative penalty shall be imposed on all beneficiaries receiving direct payments under Chapter II of this Title or the annual premia under Articles 65, 66 and 67the EAGF and EAFRD who do not comply with the statutory management requirements under Union law and the standards for good agricultural and environmental condition of land established in the CAP Strategic Plan, as listed in Annex III, relating to the following specific areas:
Amendment 1601 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 11 – paragraph 1 – point c a (new)
Article 11 – paragraph 1 – point c a (new)
(c a) social: ensuring a fair standard of living, respect for the rights of agricultural employees
Amendment 1603 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 11 – paragraph 1 – point c a (new)
Article 11 – paragraph 1 – point c a (new)
(ca) rights of agricultural workers and farmers.
Amendment 1604 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 11 – paragraph 1 – point c a (new)
Article 11 – paragraph 1 – point c a (new)
(c a) the rights of workers and social standards.
Amendment 1621 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 12 – paragraph 1
Article 12 – paragraph 1
1. Member States shall ensure that all agricultural areas including land which is no longer used for production purposes, is maintained in good agricultural and environmental condition. Member States shall define, at national or regional level, minimum standards for beneficiaries for good agricultural and environmental condition of land in line with the main objective of the standards as referred to in Annex III, taking into account the specific characteristics of the areas concerned, including soil and climatic condition, existing farming systems, land use, crop rotation, farming practices, and farm structures. Member States shall ensure that farms where animal breeding takes place comply with health and animal welfare standards.
Amendment 1638 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 12 – paragraph 1
Article 12 – paragraph 1
1. Member States shall ensure that all agricultural areas including land which is no longer used for production purposes, is maintained in good agricultural and environmental condition. Member States shall define, at national or regional level, minimum standards for beneficiaries for good agricultural and environmental condition of land in line with the main objective of the standards as referred to in Annex III, taking into account the specific characteristics of the areas concerned, including soil and climatic condition, existing farming systems, land use, crop rotation, farming practices, and farm structuresand ensures the land contributes to the specific objectives as set out in article 6 (d), (e), and (f).
Amendment 1641 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 12 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 1 (new)
Article 12 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 1 (new)
In the case of the outer regions, Member States may define some categories of beneficiary to which certain minimum standards do not apply. When defining the minimum standards to be applied by beneficiaries and categories of beneficiary to which these standards do not apply, Member States shall ensure that the level of good agricultural and environmental condition requirements 1, 8 and 9 referred to in Annex III is at least equal to that of the agricultural practices beneficial for the climate and the environment described in Article 43(2) of Regulation (EU) No 1307/2013 or the equivalent practices laid out in paragraph 3 of the same article.
Amendment 1692 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 12 – paragraph 4
Article 12 – paragraph 4
Amendment 1706 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 13 – paragraph 1
Article 13 – paragraph 1
1. Member States shall include in the CAP Strategic Plan a system providing services for advising farmers and other beneficiaries of CAP support on land management and farm management ('farm advisory services') and allocate an appropriate budget for the funding of these services.
Amendment 1732 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 13 – paragraph 3
Article 13 – paragraph 3
3. Member States shall ensure that the farm advice given is impartial, adapted to the whole range of means of production and farms, and that advisors have no conflict of interest.
Amendment 1747 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 13 – paragraph 4 – point c
Article 13 – paragraph 4 – point c
(c) farm practices reducing the use of antibiotics and preventing the development of antimicrobial resistance as set out in the Communication "A European One Health Action Plan against Antimicrobial Resistance”31 , Regulation (EU) No [2018/XXX] on veterinary medicinal products and Regulation (EU) No [2018/XXX] on the manufacture, placing on the market and use of medicated feed; _________________ 31 "A European One Health Action Plan against Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR)" (COM(2017) 339 final).
Amendment 1750 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 13 – paragraph 4 – point d
Article 13 – paragraph 4 – point d
(d) risk prevention and management as referred to in Article 70;
Amendment 1776 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 13 – paragraph 4 – point f b (new)
Article 13 – paragraph 4 – point f b (new)
(f b) equal rights and opportunities for all beneficiaries, especially the promotion of gender equality in farming.
Amendment 1780 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 13 – paragraph 4 – point f c (new)
Article 13 – paragraph 4 – point f c (new)
(f c) assistance to farmers who wish to change production, in particular due to changes in consumer demand, with advice concerning the new skills and equipment required;
Amendment 1784 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 13 – paragraph 4 – point f d (new)
Article 13 – paragraph 4 – point f d (new)
(f d) support to sustainable agricultural activities such as agro-ecological practices;
Amendment 1803 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 14 – paragraph 2 – point a
Article 14 – paragraph 2 – point a
(a) the basic income support for sustainability;
Amendment 1806 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 14 – paragraph 2 – point b
Article 14 – paragraph 2 – point b
(b) the complementary redistributive income support for sustainability;
Amendment 1814 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 14 – paragraph 2 – point d
Article 14 – paragraph 2 – point d
(d) the schemes for the climate and, the environment and animal welfare.
Amendment 1850 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 15 – paragraph 1 – introductory part
Article 15 – paragraph 1 – introductory part
1. Member States shall reduce the amount of direct payments to be granted to a farmer pursuant to this Chapter for a given calendar year exceedingto EUR 60 000 as follows:;
Amendment 1855 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 15 – paragraph 1 – point a
Article 15 – paragraph 1 – point a
Amendment 1865 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 15 – paragraph 1 – point a
Article 15 – paragraph 1 – point a
(a) by at least 25 % for the tranche between EUR 640 000 and EUR 745 000;
Amendment 1868 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 15 – paragraph 1 – point b
Article 15 – paragraph 1 – point b
Amendment 1879 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 15 – paragraph 1 – point b
Article 15 – paragraph 1 – point b
(b) by at least 50 % for the tranche between EUR 745 000 and EUR 950 000;
Amendment 1884 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 15 – paragraph 1 – point c
Article 15 – paragraph 1 – point c
Amendment 1894 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 15 – paragraph 1 – point c
Article 15 – paragraph 1 – point c
(c) by at least 75 % for the tranche between EUR 950 000 and EUR 1060 000;
Amendment 1905 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 15 – paragraph 1 – point d
Article 15 – paragraph 1 – point d
Amendment 1908 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 15 – paragraph 1 – point d
Article 15 – paragraph 1 – point d
(d) by 100 % for the amount exceeding EUR 1060 000.
Amendment 1959 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 15 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 1 – point b a (new)
Article 15 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 1 – point b a (new)
(b a) the amounts in Pillar I dedicated to ecoschemes
Amendment 2001 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 15 – paragraph 4
Article 15 – paragraph 4
Amendment 2036 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Title 3 – chapter 2 – section 2 – subsection 2 – title
Title 3 – chapter 2 – section 2 – subsection 2 – title
Basic income support for sustainability
Amendment 2037 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 17 – paragraph 1
Article 17 – paragraph 1
1. Member States shall provide for a basic income support for sustainability ('basic income support') under the conditions set out in this Subsection and as further specified in their CAP Strategic Plans.
Amendment 2097 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 20 – paragraph 5
Article 20 – paragraph 5
5. For the purposes of paragraph 4, Member States shall ensure that, for claim year 2026 at the latest, all payment entitlements have a value of at least 75100% of the average planned unit amount for the basic income support for claim year 2026 as laid down in the CAP Strategic Plan transmitted in accordance with Article 106 (1) for the Member State or for the territories as defined in accordance with Article 18(2).
Amendment 2156 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 25 – title
Article 25 – title
25 RoundLump sum payment for small farmers
Amendment 2169 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 25 – paragraph 1
Article 25 – paragraph 1
Member States may grant payments to small farmers as defined by Member States by way of a roundlump sum, replacing direct payments under this Section and Section 3 of this Chapter. Member States shall design the corresponding intervention in the CAP Strategic Plan as optional for the farmers.
Amendment 2184 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 26 – title
Article 26 – title
26 Complementary redistributive income support for sustainability
Amendment 2196 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 26 – paragraph 1
Article 26 – paragraph 1
1. Member States shall provide for a complementary redistributive income support for sustainability (‘redistributive income support’) under the conditions set out in this Article and as further specified in their CAP Strategic Plans.
Amendment 2239 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 27 – paragraph 1
Article 27 – paragraph 1
1. Member States may provide for complementary income support for young farmers and new entrants under the conditions set out in this Article and as further specified in their CAP Strategic Plans.
Amendment 2295 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 28 – paragraph 1
Article 28 – paragraph 1
1. Member States shall provide support for voluntary schemes for the climate and, the environment and animal welfare (‘eco- schemes’) under the conditions set out in this Article and as further specified in their CAP Strategic Plans.
Amendment 2305 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 28 – paragraph 2
Article 28 – paragraph 2
2. Member States shall support under this type of intervention genuine farmers who make commitments to observe, on eligible hectares, agricultural practices beneficial for the climate and the environment, the environment and natural risk prevention. This complementary income support aims to maintain and, above all, to promote the necessary changes in practices to enable agriculture to become multi-purpose and sustainable.
Amendment 2316 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 28 – paragraph 2
Article 28 – paragraph 2
2. Member States shall support under this type of intervention genuine farmers and other land managers, who make commitments to observe, on eligible hectares, agricultural practices beneficial for the climate and, the environment and animal welfare.
Amendment 2319 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 28 – paragraph 2
Article 28 – paragraph 2
2. Member States shall support under this type of intervention genuine farmers who make commitments to observe, on eligible hectares, agricultural practices beneficial for the climate and, the environment and animal welfare.
Amendment 2342 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 28 – paragraph 3
Article 28 – paragraph 3
3. Member States shall establish the list ofwork closely with regional and local authorities to identify agricultural practices beneficial for the climate and the environment.
Amendment 2345 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 28 – paragraph 3
Article 28 – paragraph 3
3. Member States shall establish the list of agricultural practices beneficial for the climate and the environment., with a focus on the provision of public goods
Amendment 2368 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 28 – paragraph 4
Article 28 – paragraph 4
4. Those practices shall be designed to meet one or more of the specific environmental- and climate-related objectives laid down in points (d), (e), (i) and (f) of Article 6(1).
Amendment 2410 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 28 – paragraph 5 – point c a (new)
Article 28 – paragraph 5 – point c a (new)
Amendment 2421 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 28 – paragraph 5 – point d
Article 28 – paragraph 5 – point d
(d) are different from or complementary to commitments in respect of which payments are granted under Article 65.
Amendment 2433 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 28 – paragraph 6 – introductory part
Article 28 – paragraph 6 – introductory part
6. Member States shall ring-fence 20% of their direct payments to eco- schemes. Support for eco-schemes shall take the form of an annual payment per eligible hectare and it shall be granted as either:
Amendment 2444 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 28 – paragraph 6 – point a
Article 28 – paragraph 6 – point a
(a) payments to encourage and remunerate the supply of public goods through agricultural practices beneficial for the environment and the climate and which are additional to the basic income support as set out in Subsection 2 of this Section; or, in particular in the form of flat rate incentive payments;
Amendment 2449 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 28 – paragraph 6 – point b
Article 28 – paragraph 6 – point b
(b) payments compensating beneficiaries for all or part of the additional costs incurred and income foregone as a result of the commitments as set pursuant to Article 65. These payments make it possible to pay for ecosystem services (positive externalities) which are complementary to production not remunerated by the markets. The level of payments may vary according to the level of ambition of sustainability of each practice or set of practices authorising changes in production models.
Amendment 2486 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 29 – paragraph 2
Article 29 – paragraph 2
2. The Member States’ interventions shall help the supported sectors and productions or specific types of farming therein listed in Article 30 addressing the difficulty or difficulties they undergo byby supporting their efforts to improvinge their competitiveness, their structuring, their sustainability or their quality.
Amendment 2500 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 29 – paragraph 3 a (new)
Article 29 – paragraph 3 a (new)
3a. Coupled income support may be targeted or increased depending on the beneficiaries’ commitment to improving their competitiveness, sustainability or quality or the structuring of the sector.
Amendment 2521 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 30 – paragraph 1
Article 30 – paragraph 1
Coupled income support may only be granted to the following sectors and productions or specific types of farming therein where these are important for economic, social or environmental reasons: cereals, oilseeds, protein crops, grain legumes, fodder legumes, legumes/grasses mixtures, flax, hemp, rice, nuts, starch potato, milk and milk products, seeds, sheepmeat and goatmeat, beef and veal, olive oil, olive groves, silkworms, dried fodder, hops, sugar beet, cane and chicory, fruit and vegetables, short rotation coppice and other non-food crops, excluding trees, used for the production of products that have the potential to substitute fossil materials.
Amendment 2529 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 30 – paragraph 1
Article 30 – paragraph 1
Coupled income support may only be granted to the following sectors and productions or specific types of farming therein where these are important for economic, social or environmental reasons: cereals, durum wheat, oilseeds, protein crops, grain legumes, flax, hemp, rice, nuts, starch potato, milk and milk products, seeds, sheepmeat and goatmeat, beef and veal, olive oil, silkworms, dried fodder, hops, sugar beet, cane and chicory, fruit and vegetables, short rotation coppice and other non-food crops, excluding trees, used for the production of products that have the potential to substitute fossil materials.
Amendment 2561 #
Amendment 2562 #
Amendment 2577 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 39 – paragraph 1 – point a
Article 39 – paragraph 1 – point a
(a) fruit and vegetables sector, as referred to in point (i) of Article 1(2) of Regulation (EU) No 1308/2013, including fruit and vegetables for processing;
Amendment 2639 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 42 – paragraph 1 – point d
Article 42 – paragraph 1 – point d
(d) developing, implementing and promoting methods of production respectful of the environment, environmentally sound cultivation practices and production techniques, sustainable use of natural resources in particular protection of water, soil, air, biodiversity and other natural resources; those objectives relate to the specific objectives set out in points (e), (f) and (fi) of Article 6(1);
Amendment 2649 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 42 – paragraph 1 – point g
Article 42 – paragraph 1 – point g
(g) promotion and marketing of the products of the fruit and vegetables sector in order to increase their consumption, whether in a fresh or processed form; those objectives relate to the specific objectives set out in points (b), (c) and (ci) of Article 6(1);
Amendment 2674 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 43 – paragraph 1 – point a a (new)
Article 43 – paragraph 1 – point a a (new)
(aa) planning and adjusting production to demand, particularly in terms of quality and quantity of products in the fruit and vegetables sector, whether fresh or processed;
Amendment 2725 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 43 – paragraph 1 – point o
Article 43 – paragraph 1 – point o
(o) advisory services and technical assistance, in particular concerning sustainable pest control techniques, sustainablthe reduction of the use of pesticides and climate change adaptation and mitigation;
Amendment 2728 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 43 – paragraph 1 – point p
Article 43 – paragraph 1 – point p
(p) training and exchange of best practices in particular concerning sustainable pest control techniques, sustainablthe reduction of the use of pesticides and contributing to climate change adaptation and mitigation.
Amendment 2760 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 43 – paragraph 2 – point k
Article 43 – paragraph 2 – point k
(k) advisory services and technical assistance, in particular concerning sustainable pest control techniques and sustainablthe reduction of the use of pesticides.
Amendment 2843 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 46 – paragraph 3 – point a
Article 46 – paragraph 3 – point a
(a) producer organisations and producer organisation associations operating in different Member States implementing interventions linked to the objectives referred to in points (b) and (e) of Article 42 transnationally;
Amendment 2846 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 46 – paragraph 3 – point d
Article 46 – paragraph 3 – point d
(d) the operational program is for the first time implemented by an association of producer organisations recognisedwhich is active in one or more Member States producer organisation associations recognised or a recognised producer association operating in several Member States under Regulation (EU) No 1308/2013;
Amendment 2891 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 49 – paragraph 1 – point d
Article 49 – paragraph 1 – point d
(d) actions to support laboratories for the analysis of apiculture products;, including bee losses
Amendment 2901 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 49 – paragraph 1 – point h a (new)
Article 49 – paragraph 1 – point h a (new)
(ha) measures to improve the pollination of honeybees and other pollinators
Amendment 2908 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 49 – paragraph 1 – point h a (new)
Article 49 – paragraph 1 – point h a (new)
(ha) measures to support of young or new beekeepers.
Amendment 2926 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 49 – paragraph 5
Article 49 – paragraph 5
5. When drawing up their CAP Strategic Plans Member States shall seek the advice of the representatives of organisations in the beekeeping field and the respective authorities including environmental authorities.
Amendment 2948 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 51 – paragraph 1 – point b
Article 51 – paragraph 1 – point b
(b) improve performance of Union wine enterprises and their adaptation to market demands, as well as increase their competitiveness as regards the production and marketing of grapevine products, including energy savings, global energy efficiency and sustainable processes; those objectives relate to the specific objectives set out in points (a) to (e), (g) and (hi) of Article 6(1);
Amendment 2954 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 51 – paragraph 1 – point f
Article 51 – paragraph 1 – point f
(f) use of wine making by-products and residues for industrial and, energy or agronomic purposes ensuring the quality of Union wine while protecting the environment; that objective relates to the specific objectives set out in points (d) and (e) of Article 6(1);
Amendment 2978 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 52 – paragraph 1 – point a a (new)
Article 52 – paragraph 1 – point a a (new)
(aa) reduction in the use of phytosanitary products
Amendment 2979 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 52 – paragraph 1 – point a a (new)
Article 52 – paragraph 1 – point a a (new)
(aa) the reduction of the use of pesticides;
Amendment 2984 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 52 – paragraph 1 – point b
Article 52 – paragraph 1 – point b
(b) tangible and intangible investments in winegrowing enterprises, with the exception of operations falling under the type of operation described in point (a) of Article 52(1) of this Regulation, in processing facilities and winery infrastructure, as well as marketing structures and tools;
Amendment 2985 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 52 – paragraph 1 – point b
Article 52 – paragraph 1 – point b
(b) tangible and intangible investments in processing facilities and winery infrastructure, as well as marketing structures and tools; and the protection of vineyards against adverse weather
Amendment 2993 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 52 – paragraph 1 – point f
Article 52 – paragraph 1 – point f
(f) distillation of by-products of wine making , as well as the methanisation and composting of winemaking residues carried out in accordance with the restrictions laid down in Section D of Part II of Annex VIII to Regulation (EU) No 1308/2013;
Amendment 2997 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 52 – paragraph 1 – point h – introductory part
Article 52 – paragraph 1 – point h – introductory part
(h) promotion and communication, including actions and activities aimed at the diversification and consolidation of wine sector markets, carried out in third countries, consisting of one or more of the following:
Amendment 3014 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 52 – paragraph 1 – point i a (new)
Article 52 – paragraph 1 – point i a (new)
(ia) risk-taking for winegrowers who undertake to radically change their practices and their system of production to produce in a more sustainable way;
Amendment 3048 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 53 – paragraph 6
Article 53 – paragraph 6
6. The Union financial assistance for information actions and promotion referred to in points (g) and (h) of Article 52(1) shall not exceed 50% of eligible expenditure. This financial assistance is only available to small and medium-sized enterprises covered by European regulations.
Amendment 3053 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 54 – paragraph 3 – subparagraph 1
Article 54 – paragraph 3 – subparagraph 1
The amount of the Union assistance for distillation of by-products of wine making, as well as the methanisation and composting of residues, shall be fixed per % volume and per hectolitre of alcohol produced. No Union financial assistance shall be paid for the volume of alcohol contained in the by- products to be distilled which exceeds 10 % in relation to the volume of alcohol contained in the wine produced or contained in the residues.
Amendment 3058 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 54 – paragraph 3 – subparagraph 3
Article 54 – paragraph 3 – subparagraph 3
The Union financial assistance shall include a lump sum amount to compensate for the costs of collection of the by- products of winemaking. That amount shall be transferred from the distilleroperator in charge of processing the by-products or treating the residues to the producer, where the relevant costs are borne by the latter.
Amendment 3060 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 54 – paragraph 3 – subparagraph 4
Article 54 – paragraph 3 – subparagraph 4
The Member States concerned shall ensure that the alcoholfinal products resulting from the distillationrecovery of by-products and residues of winemaking referred to in point (f) of Article 52(1) for which a Union financial assistance has been granted isare used exclusively for industrial or, energy or agronomic purposes that do not distort competition.
Amendment 3062 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 54 – paragraph 4
Article 54 – paragraph 4
4. The Member States concerned shall set ensure that within their CAP Strategic Plans a minimum percentage of expenditure for actions aimed atin the wine sector is earmarked for the protection of the environment, adaption to climate change, improving sustainability of production systems and processes, reduction of environmental impact of the Union wine sector, energy savings and improving global energy efficiency in the wine sector in relation to objectives (a), (b) and (f) of Article 51 of this Regulation. This percentage is common to all Member States and is defined at European level.
Amendment 3082 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 57 – paragraph 2
Article 57 – paragraph 2
2. The interventions defined by the Member States referred to in Article 82(4) shall be implemented through approved operational programs of producer organisations and/or associations of producer organisations and/or interbranch organisations recognised under Regulation (EU) No 1308/2013. For this purpose Articles 61 and 62 of this Regulation shall apply.
Amendment 3112 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 59 – paragraph 1 – point c
Article 59 – paragraph 1 – point c
(c) research and development of sustainable production methods, including biological nitrogen fixation, pest resilience, innovative practices and production techniques boosting economic competitiveness and bolstering market developments; those objectives relate to the specific objectives set out in points (a), (c) and (i) of Article 6(1);
Amendment 3126 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 59 – paragraph 1 – point h a (new)
Article 59 – paragraph 1 – point h a (new)
(ha) develop a European strategy for the production and supply of plant-based proteins to be implemented by all Member States, based on the sustainable development of all crops cultivated within the Union, particularly fodder and legumes; create the conditions for greater autonomy at farm level and for sustainable agricultural production, taking into account the environmental benefits of nitrogen-fixing crops, which contribute to the reduction of input costs and potential negative environmental impacts from excessive fertiliser use;
Amendment 3177 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 60 – paragraph 1 – point f
Article 60 – paragraph 1 – point f
(f) promotion, communication and marketing including actions and activities aimed in particular at raising consumer awareness about the Union quality schemes and the importance of healthy and sustainable diets, and at diversification of markets;
Amendment 3256 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Title 3 – chapter 3 – section 7 a (new)
Title 3 – chapter 3 – section 7 a (new)
Amendment 3277 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 64 – paragraph 1 – point e
Article 64 – paragraph 1 – point e
(e) installation of young farmers and, rural business start-ups and women;
Amendment 3307 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 65 – paragraph 1
Article 65 – paragraph 1
1. Member States may grant payments for environmental (including preventing natural risks), climate and other management commitments under the conditions set out in this Article and as further specified in their CAP Strategic Plans.
Amendment 3313 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 65 – paragraph 2
Article 65 – paragraph 2
2. Member States shall include agri- environment-climate commitments as well as organic farming commitments, according to ambitious European objectives in their CAP Strategic Plans.
Amendment 3314 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 65 – paragraph 2 a (new)
Article 65 – paragraph 2 a (new)
2a. To ensure the effectiveness of those schemes, Member States must provide funding for each scheme to establish independent scientific evaluation of the effectiveness of each scheme based on a robust sampling methodology. The results of this monitoring shall be made public by the public authority.
Amendment 3319 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 65 – paragraph 3
Article 65 – paragraph 3
3. Member States mayshall make support under this type of interventions available throughout their territories, in accordance with their national, regional or local specific needs.
Amendment 3322 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 65 – paragraph 4
Article 65 – paragraph 4
4. Member States shall only grant payments to farmers and other beneficiarie, group of farmers and other land-managers who undertake, on a voluntary basis, management commitments which are considered to be beneficial to achieving the specific objectives set out in Article 6(1) (d), (e), and (f). Priority should be given to schemes which are specifically targeted towards addressing local environmental conditions and needs, and contribute to the achievement of the objectives set out in the legislation listed in Annex XI.
Amendment 3350 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 65 – paragraph 5 – point d
Article 65 – paragraph 5 – point d
(d) are different from but complementary to the conditionality stipulated in Section 2 and commitments in respect of which payments are granted under Article 28.
Amendment 3355 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 65 – paragraph 5 – point d
Article 65 – paragraph 5 – point d
(d) are different from commitments in respect of whichshall not result in the duplication of funding with the payments are granted under Article 28.
Amendment 3361 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 65 – paragraph 6
Article 65 – paragraph 6
6. Member States shall compensate beneficiaries for costs incurred and income foregone resulting from the commitments made. W: (a) where necessary, they may also cover transaction costs. In duly justified cases,The payments may also be included in a fixed amount linked to taking risks resulting in the underwriting of certain measures, (b) Member States may grant support as a flat- rate or as a one- off payment per unit. Payments shall be granted annually. and shall be paid per hectare or another unit according to the nature of the underwritten commitment (particularly per linear metre, per holding, per topographic feature, per animal, or per beehive).
Amendment 3368 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 65 – paragraph 6
Article 65 – paragraph 6
6. Member States shall compensate beneficiaries for costs incurred and income foregone resulting from the commitments made. Where necessary, they may also cover transaction costs and especially the risks taken by farmers who engage in projects for transitioning and changing their production model. In duly justified cases, Member States may grant support as a flat-rate or as a one- off payment per unit. Payments shall be granted annually.
Amendment 3374 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 65 – paragraph 6
Article 65 – paragraph 6
6. Member States shall compensate beneficiaries for costs incurred and income foregone resulting from the commitments made. Where necessary, they may also cover transaction costs and provide an additional incentive component. In duly justified cases, Member States may grant support as a flat-rate or as a one- off payment per unit. Payments shall be granted annually.
Amendment 3385 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 65 – paragraph 7
Article 65 – paragraph 7
7. Member States may promote and support collective schemes and result- based payments schemes from a territorial perspective to encourage farmers to deliver a significant enhancement of the quality of the environment at a larger scale and in a measurable way.
Amendment 3392 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 65 – paragraph 7 – subparagraph 1 (new)
Article 65 – paragraph 7 – subparagraph 1 (new)
All advisory, training and knowledge transfer methods should be applied to support farmers who commit to changing their production system as much as possible.
Amendment 3406 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 65 – paragraph 9
Article 65 – paragraph 9
9. Where support under this type of interventions is granted to agri- environment-climate commitments, commitments to convert to or maintain organic farming practices and methods as defined in Regulation (EC) No 834/2007 and forest environmental and climate services, Member States shall establish a payment per hectare or another unit of payment in accordance with paragraph 6. (c) of this Article.
Amendment 3448 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 66 – paragraph 4 – subparagraph 1 (new)
Article 66 – paragraph 4 – subparagraph 1 (new)
Member States may fix a minimum payment threshold below which aid shall not be granted. In duly justified cases, Member States may not grant payment to production systems with a revenue significantly higher than that of other holdings in the relevant area.
Amendment 3450 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 66 – paragraph 4 – subparagraph 1 (new)
Article 66 – paragraph 4 – subparagraph 1 (new)
The amount of payments may be adjusted to take account of the severity of permanent handicaps affecting agricultural activity for different production systems. Where appropriate, the payments granted may also take into account socio-economic and environmental criteria.
Amendment 3479 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 68 – paragraph 2
Article 68 – paragraph 2
2. Member States may only grant support under this type of interventions for tangible and/or intangible investments, or costs closely linked to the operation, which contribute to achieving the specific objectives set out in Article 6, in particular (d), (e), (f), and which must be shown to not be damaging for the environment or support environmentally polluting activities. Support to the forestry sector shall be based on a forest management plan or equivalent instrument.
Amendment 3501 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 68 – paragraph 3 – subparagraph 1 – point d
Article 68 – paragraph 3 – subparagraph 1 – point d
(d) purchase of animals, other than those used instead of machines in impassable terrain for landscape conservation or protection against large predators, annual plants and their planting other than for the purpose of restoring agricultural or forestry potential following natural disaster and catastrophic events;
Amendment 3506 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 68 – paragraph 3 – subparagraph 1 – point d
Article 68 – paragraph 3 – subparagraph 1 – point d
(d) purchase of animals, annual plants and their planting other than for the purpose of restoring agricultural or forestry potential following natural disaster and catastrophic events, the protection of herds against predators;
Amendment 3516 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 68 – paragraph 3 – subparagraph 1 – point f
Article 68 – paragraph 3 – subparagraph 1 – point f
(f) investments in irrigation which are not consistent with the achievement of good status of water bodies, as laid down in Article 4(1) of Directive 2000/60/EC, including expatension of irrigation affecting water bodies whose status has been defined as less than good in the relevant river basin management plan;for reasons relating to a quantitative imbalance of water in the relevant river basin management plan. These investments are still eligible if they contribute to an actual reduction in water usage.
Amendment 3517 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 68 – paragraph 3 – subparagraph 1 – point f
Article 68 – paragraph 3 – subparagraph 1 – point f
(f) investments in drainage or irrigation which do not lead to net reductions of water use for irrigation in the river basin and are not consistent with the achievement of good status of water bodies, as laid down in Article 4(1) of Directive 2000/60/EC, including those linked to expansion of irrigation or higher risks of diffuse pollution, particularly when affecting water bodies whose status has been defined as less than good in the relevant river basin management plan;
Amendment 3531 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 68 – paragraph 3 – subparagraph 1 – point g
Article 68 – paragraph 3 – subparagraph 1 – point g
(g) investments in large infrastructures, especially for livestock operations, not being part of local development strategies;
Amendment 3537 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 68 – paragraph 3 – subparagraph 1 – point h
Article 68 – paragraph 3 – subparagraph 1 – point h
(h) investments in afforestation which are not consistent with climate and environmental objectives in line with sustainable forest management principles, as developed in the Pan-European Guidelines for Afforestation and Reforestation.;
Amendment 3572 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 68 – paragraph 4 – subparagraph 2 – point b
Article 68 – paragraph 4 – subparagraph 2 – point b
(b) investments in basic services in rural areas as well as the basic supply provision for the rural population;
Amendment 3573 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 68 – paragraph 4 – subparagraph 2 – point b
Article 68 – paragraph 4 – subparagraph 2 – point b
(b) investments in basic services in rural areas and agricultural investments in areas with natural constraints;
Amendment 3589 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 68 – paragraph 4 – subparagraph 2 – point c a (new)
Article 68 – paragraph 4 – subparagraph 2 – point c a (new)
(ca) multifunctional forestry servicing and material forestry investments in mountain areas and in the outermost regions
Amendment 3590 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 68 – paragraph 4 – subparagraph 2 – point c a (new)
Article 68 – paragraph 4 – subparagraph 2 – point c a (new)
(ca) joint investments, particularly in equipment, to reduce burdens on businesses and for more sustainable production methods
Amendment 3600 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 68 – paragraph 4 – subparagraph 2 – point c b (new)
Article 68 – paragraph 4 – subparagraph 2 – point c b (new)
(cb) investments for protecting herds against predators.
Amendment 3610 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 69 – title
Article 69 – title
69 Installation of young farmers, new entrants and rural business start-up
Amendment 3635 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 69 – paragraph 2 – point a a (new)
Article 69 – paragraph 2 – point a a (new)
(aa) the start-up of agricultural businesses;
Amendment 3683 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 70 – paragraph 2
Article 70 – paragraph 2
2. Member States shallmay grant support under this type of interventions in order to promote farming practices that increase the resilience against natural risks and risks that are due to climate change, as well as 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.
Amendment 3699 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 70 – paragraph 3 – point a
Article 70 – paragraph 3 – point a
(a) financial contributions to premiums for insurance schemes for adverse climatic events assimilated to natural disasters, adverse climatic events, animals, plant diseases or pest infestations;
Amendment 3701 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 70 – paragraph 3 – point a
Article 70 – paragraph 3 – point a
(a) financial contributions to premiums for insurance schemes, prioritising small and medium-sized enterprises;
Amendment 3800 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 72 – paragraph 1
Article 72 – paragraph 1
1. Member States may grant support for agricultural, forestry and rural business knowledge exchange and information under the conditions set out in this Article and as further specified in their CAP Strategic Plans.
Amendment 3806 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 72 – paragraph 3 – subparagraph 1
Article 72 – paragraph 3 – subparagraph 1
Member States shall limit the support to a maximum of 75% of the eligible costs. The contribution ceiling can be raised, if the measures relate to the specific objectives set out in points (d), (e) and (f) of Article 6 (1);
Amendment 3841 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 73 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 1
Article 73 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 1
The Managing Authority of the CAP Strategic Plan or other designated intermediate bodies shall define selection criteria for interventions relating to the following types of interventions: investments, installation of young farmers and rural business start-up, cooperation, knowledge exchange and information, specific measures in favour of rural women, after consultation of the Monitoring Committee referred to in Article 111. Selection criteria shall aim to ensure equal treatment of applicants, better use of financial resources and targeting of the support in accordance with the purpose of the interventions.
Amendment 3870 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 78 – paragraph 1
Article 78 – paragraph 1
Amendment 3903 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 82 – paragraph 6
Article 82 – paragraph 6
6. Member States may decide in their CAP Strategic Plans to use up to 35% of the Member States’ allocations for direct payments set out in Annex IV, after deduction of the amounts available for cotton set out in Annex VI, for types of intervention in other sectors referred to in Section 7 of Chapter III of Title III.
Amendment 3908 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 82 – paragraph 6 a (new)
Article 82 – paragraph 6 a (new)
6a. Member States have the possibility to mutualize financial allocations for types of interventions other sectors referred to in Section 7 of Chapter III of Title III with the allocations for the coupled income support interventions referred to in Section 3 of Chapter II of Title III.
Amendment 3910 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 83 – paragraph 1
Article 83 – paragraph 1
1. 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 at least EUR 78 811 million in current prices in accordance with the multiannual financial framework for the years 2021 to 202738 to properly address the important interventions for rural development, especially regarding the specific objectives in Article 6 (1) (d), (e) and (f). _________________ 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, COM(2018)322 final.
Amendment 3931 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 85 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 1 – point a
Article 85 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 1 – point a
(a) 7085% of the eligible public expenditure in the outermost regions and in the smaller Aegean islands within the meaning of Regulation (EU) No 229/2013;
Amendment 3944 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 85 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 1 – point b
Article 85 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 1 – point b
(b) 7085% of the eligible public expenditure in the less developed regions;
Amendment 3955 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 85 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 1 – point c
Article 85 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 1 – point c
(c) 675% of the eligible expenditure for payments under Article 66;
Amendment 3965 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 85 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 1 – point d
Article 85 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 1 – point d
(d) 453% of the eligible public expenditure in the other regions.
Amendment 3981 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 85 – paragraph 3 – point a
Article 85 – paragraph 3 – point a
(a) 890 % for management commitments referred to in Article 65 of this Regulation, for payments under Article 67 of this Regulation, for non-productive investments referred to in Article 68 of this Regulation, for support for the European Innovation Partnership under Article 71 of this Regulation and for the LEADER, referred to as community-led local development in Article 25 of Regulation (EU) [CPR];
Amendment 3995 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 86 – paragraph 1
Article 86 – paragraph 1
1. At least 510 % 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 (EU) [CPR].
Amendment 3997 #
2018/0216(COD)
1. At least 510 % 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 (EU) [CPR].
Amendment 4026 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 86 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 1 a (new)
Article 86 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 1 a (new)
Member States shall set an appropriate minimum amount contributing to the specific objective set out in point (f) of Article 6(1). It needs to take into account the needs that are addressed with reference to priority species and habitats within the Prioritized Action Framework as per Directive 92/43/EEC and Directive 2009/147/EC. The amount shall be used for the interventions described in Articles 28, 65, 67 and 68 point 4 (a) of this regulation and for leveraging support for Strategic Nature projects under the [LIFE Regulation] as per paragraph 7 of this article.
Amendment 4034 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 86 – paragraph 2 a (new)
Article 86 – paragraph 2 a (new)
2a. At least 50% of the total EAGF and EAFRD contribution to the CAP Strategic Plan as set out in Annexes VII and IX shall be reserved for interventions addressing the specific environmental, climate- and animal welfare related objectives as in Article 6 (1) (d), (e), (f) and (i) of this Regulation and include only those measures under Articles 28, 65, 67 and 68 4(a). The percentage referred in this paragraph must include a minimum spending for each budget allocated to interventions described in Articles 28, 65, 67 and 68 point 4(a) of this regulation and be devoted for independent and scientific evaluation of the interventions’ effectiveness in achieving specific environmental-and climate-related objectives set out in Article 6 (1) points (d), (e) and (f) of this Regulation.
Amendment 4056 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 86 – paragraph 4 – point b a (new)
Article 86 – paragraph 4 – point b a (new)
(ba) Support for eco-schemes referred to article 28
Amendment 4076 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 86 – paragraph 5 – subparagraph 1
Article 86 – paragraph 5 – subparagraph 1
The indicative financial allocations for the coupled income support interventions referred to in Subsection 1 of Section 2 of Chapter II of Title III, shall be limited to a maximum of 103% of the amounts set out in Annex VII.
Amendment 4092 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 86 – paragraph 5 – subparagraph 1 a (new)
Article 86 – paragraph 5 – subparagraph 1 a (new)
Member States have the possibility to mutualize financial allocations for the coupled income support interventions referred to in Section 3 of Chapter II of Title III with the allocations for types of interventions other sectors referred to in Section 7 of Chapter III of Title III.
Amendment 4104 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 86 – paragraph 5 – subparagraph 2
Article 86 – paragraph 5 – subparagraph 2
By way of derogation from the first sub- paragraph, Member States that in accordance with Article 53(4) of Regulation (EU) No 1307/2013 used for the purpose of voluntary coupled support more than 13% of their annual national ceiling set out in Annex II to that Regulation, may decide to use for the purpose of coupled income support more than 103% of the amount set out in Annex VII. The resulting percentage shall not exceed the percentage approved by the Commission for voluntary coupled support in respect of claim year 2018.
Amendment 4117 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 86 – paragraph 5 – subparagraph 3
Article 86 – paragraph 5 – subparagraph 3
The percentage referred to in the first subparagraph, may be increased by a maximum of 28%, provided that the amount corresponding to the percentage exceeding the 103% is allocated to the support for protein crops under Subsection 1 of Section 2 of Chapter II of Title III.
Amendment 4144 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 87 – title
Article 87 – title
Amendment 4146 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 87 – paragraph 1
Article 87 – paragraph 1
1. On the basis of the information provided by Member States the Commission shall evaluate the contribution of the policy to the climate change objectives using calculations and the information of the Member States as well as a simple and common methodology.
Amendment 4147 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 87 – paragraph 1
Article 87 – paragraph 1
1. On the basis of the information provided by Member States the Commission shall evaluate the contribution of the policy to the climate change, biodiversity and anti-pollution objectives using a simple and common methodology.
Amendment 4152 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 87 – paragraph 2 – introductory part
Article 87 – paragraph 2 – introductory part
2. The contribution to the expenditure target shall be estimated through the application of specific weightings differentiated on the basis whether the support makes a significant or a moderate contribution towards climate change , biodiversity and anti-pollution objectives. These weightings shall be as follows:
Amendment 4204 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 90 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 1 – point b
Article 90 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 1 – point b
(b) up to 15% of the Member State's allocation for EAFRD in financial years 2022 – 2027 to the Member State's allocation for direct payments set out in Annex IV for calendar years 2021 to 2026.
Amendment 4208 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 90 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 2 – point a
Article 90 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 2 – point a
(a) up to 15 percentage points provided that Member States use the corresponding increase for EAFRD financed interventions addressing the specific environmental- and climat, climate- and animal welfare-related objectives referred to in points (d), (e), (f) and (fi) of Article 6(1);
Amendment 4209 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 90 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 2 – point a
Article 90 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 2 – point a
(a) up to 15 percentage points provided that Member States use the corresponding increase for EAFRD financed interventions addressing the specific environmental- and climate-related objectives referred to in points (d), (e), (f) and (fi) of Article 6(1);
Amendment 4214 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 90 – paragraph 3
Article 90 – paragraph 3
3. Member States may, in 2023, review their decisions referred to in paragraph 1 in the following years as part of a request for amendment of their CAP Strategic Plans, referred to in Article 107.
Amendment 4216 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 91 – paragraph 1
Article 91 – paragraph 1
Member States and, where appropriate, together with regions, shall establish CAP Strategic Plans in accordance with this Regulation to implement the Union support financed by the EAGF and the EAFRD for the achievement of the specific objectives set out to in Article 6.
Amendment 4226 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 91 – paragraph 2
Article 91 – paragraph 2
Based on the SWOT analysis referred to in Article 103(2) and an assessment of needs referred to in Article 96, Member State shall establish in the CAP Strategic Plans an intervention strategy as referred to in Article 97 in which quantitative targets and milestones shall be set to achieve the specific objectives set out to in Article 6. The targets shall be defined using a common set of result and impact indicators set out in Annex I.
Amendment 4250 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 92 – paragraph 2
Article 92 – paragraph 2
2. Member States shall explain in their CAP Strategic Plans, on the basis of available information, how they intend to achieve the greater overall contribution set out to in paragraph 1, including ensuring that their targets set on the basis of the impact indicators referred to in Article 91(1) represent an improvement on the current situation. That explanation shall be based on relevant information such as the elements referred to in points (a) to (f) of Article 95(1) and in point (a) and (b) of Article 95(2).
Amendment 4257 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 93 – paragraph 1
Article 93 – paragraph 1
Each Member State, in collaboration, where appropriate, with regions shall establish a single CAP Strategic Plan for its entire territory.
Amendment 4264 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 93 – paragraph 2
Article 93 – paragraph 2
Where elements of the CAP Strategic Plan are established at regional level via regional intervention programs, the Member State shall ensure the coherence and the consistency with the elements of the CAP Strategic Plan established at national level.
Amendment 4278 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 94 – paragraph 3 – subparagraph 1 – point a
Article 94 – paragraph 3 – subparagraph 1 – point a
(a) relevant public authorities including environmental authorities;
Amendment 4285 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 94 – paragraph 3 – subparagraph 1 – point c
Article 94 – paragraph 3 – subparagraph 1 – point c
(c) relevant bodies representing civil society and where relevant bodies responsible for promoting environmental conservation, animal welfare, social inclusion, fundamental rights, gender equality and, non-discrimination and consumer representatives.
Amendment 4286 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 94 – paragraph 3 – subparagraph 1 – point c
Article 94 – paragraph 3 – subparagraph 1 – point c
(c) relevant bodies representing civil society and wherenon- economic interests of civil society, especially environmental NGOs, and relevant bodies responsible for promoting social inclusion, fundamental rights, gender equality and non-discrimination.
Amendment 4290 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 94 – paragraph 3 – subparagraph 2
Article 94 – paragraph 3 – subparagraph 2
Each of the partners from point (b) shall be represented in an equal proportion, and a balanced representation between points (b) and (c) shall be ensured. Member States shall involve those partners inthroughout the preparation and implementation of the CAP Strategic Plans, including through participation in monitoring committees in accordance with Article 111. The organisation and implementation of the partnership shall be carried out in accordance with Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) No 240/201438.
Amendment 4323 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 95 – paragraph 2 – point e a (new)
Article 95 – paragraph 2 – point e a (new)
(ea) Annex VI on the Regional Intervention Programs
Amendment 4334 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 96 – paragraph 1 – point d
Article 96 – paragraph 1 – point d
(d) where applicable, an analysis of the specific needs of isolated or vulnerable geographical areas, such as the outermost regions;
Amendment 4416 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 102 – paragraph 1 – introductory part
Article 102 – paragraph 1 – introductory part
The description of the elements that ensure modernisation ofthe transition to more sustainable production models for the CAP referred to in point (g) of Article 95(1) shall highlight the elements of the CAP Strategic Plan that support the modernisation of the agricultural sector and the CAP and shall contain in particular:
Amendment 4446 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 103 – paragraph 5 a (new)
Article 103 – paragraph 5 a (new)
5a. Annex VI to the CAP Strategic Plan referred to in Article 95, paragraph 2, shall include the Regional Intervention Programmes.
Amendment 4508 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 106 – paragraph 5 – subparagraph 3 a (new)
Article 106 – paragraph 5 – subparagraph 3 a (new)
In duly justified cases, the Commission may partially approve a CAP strategic plan, including when a full CAP strategic plan has been submitted by the Member State. In such cases, the Commission will fully justify the reasons for withholding approval of certain sections, and request the Member State to submit new or revised elements, as an amendment of the CAP Strategic Plan in accordance with Article 107.
Amendment 4561 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 110 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 1
Article 110 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 1
Member States shall designate aone or more Managing Authorityies for their implementation of CAP Strategic Plans via, when appropriate, regional intervention programs.
Amendment 4568 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 110 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 2
Article 110 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 2
Member States shall ensure that the relevant management and control system has been set up in such a way that it ensures a clear allocation and separation of functions between the Managing Authorityies and other bodies. Member States shall be responsible for ensuring that the system functions effectively throughout the CAP Strategic Plan period.
Amendment 4572 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 110 – paragraph 2 – introductory part
Article 110 – paragraph 2 – introductory part
2. The Managing Authorityies shall be responsible for managing and implementing the CAP Strategic Plan in an efficient, effective and correct way. In particular, it shall ensure that:
Amendment 4590 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 110 – paragraph 4
Article 110 – paragraph 4
4. When a part of its tasks is delegated to another body, the competent Managing Authority shall retain full responsibility for the efficiency and correctness of the management and implementation of those tasks. The competent Managing Authority shall ensure that appropriate provisions are in place to allow the other body to obtain all necessary data and information for the execution of those tasks.
Amendment 4594 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 111 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 1
Article 111 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 1
The Member State shall set up a committee to monitor implementation of the CAP Strategic Plan ('Monitoring Committee') before the submission of the CAP Strategic Plan and, where appropriate, the regions shall set up a committee to monitor the implementation of Regional Intervention Programs.
Amendment 4605 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 111 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 3
Article 111 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 3
The Monitoring Committee shall meet at least once a year and shall review all issues that affect the CAP Strategic Plan and, where appropriate, the Regional Intervention Programs progress towards achieving its targets.
Amendment 4732 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 121 – paragraph 1
Article 121 – paragraph 1
1. By 15 February30 June 20236 and 15 February of each subsequent year until and including 2030, the Member States shall submit to the Commission an annual performance report on the implementation of the CAP Strategic Plan covering the previous financial year. The report submitted in 2023 shall cover the financial years 2021 and 2022. For direct payments as referred to in Chapter II of Title III, the report shall cover only financial year 2022s.
Amendment 4747 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 121 – paragraph 2
Article 121 – paragraph 2
2. The last annual performance report, to be submitted by 15 February30 June 2030, shall comprise a summary of the evaluations carried out during the implementation period.
Amendment 4750 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 121 – paragraph 3
Article 121 – paragraph 3
3. In order to be admissible, the annual performance report shall contain all the information required in paragraphs 4, 5 and 6. The Commission shall inform the Member State within 15 working days of the date of receipt of the annual performance report if it is not admissible, failing which it shall be deemed admissible.
Amendment 4751 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 121 – paragraph 4 – subparagraph 1
Article 121 – paragraph 4 – subparagraph 1
Amendment 4756 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 121 – paragraph 4 – subparagraph 2
Article 121 – paragraph 4 – subparagraph 2
Amendment 4761 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 121 – paragraph 5
Article 121 – paragraph 5
5. The data transmitted shall relate to achieved values for indicators for partial and fully implemented interventions. They shall also set out a synthesis of the state of implementation of the CAP Strategic Plan realised during the previous financial year, any issues which affect the performance of the CAP Strategic Plan, in particular as regards deviations from milestones, giving reasons and, where relevant, describing the measures taken.
Amendment 4764 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 121 – paragraph 7
Article 121 – paragraph 7
Amendment 4769 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 121 – paragraph 8
Article 121 – paragraph 8
Amendment 4773 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 121 – paragraph 9
Article 121 – paragraph 9
Amendment 4784 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 121 – paragraph 10
Article 121 – paragraph 10
10. The annual performance reports, as well as a summary for citizens of their content, shall be made available to the public.
Amendment 4789 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 121 – paragraph 11
Article 121 – paragraph 11
11. The Commission shall adopt implementing acts laying down rules for the presentation of the content of the annual performance report. Those implementing acts shall be adopted in accordance with the examination procedure referred to in Article 139(2).
Amendment 4792 #
Amendment 4796 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 122 – paragraph 1
Article 122 – paragraph 1
1. Member States shall organise each year an annuala review meeting with the Commission, to be chaired jointly or by the Commission, which will take place not earlier than two months after the submission of the annual performance report.
Amendment 4798 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 122 – paragraph 2
Article 122 – paragraph 2
2. The annual review meeting shall aim at examining the performance of each plan, including progress made towards achieving established targets, any issues affecting performance and past or future actions to be taken to address them.
Amendment 4819 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 123 – paragraph 1
Article 123 – paragraph 1
Amendment 4832 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 124
Article 124
Attribution of the performance bonus 1. of the year 2026, the performance bonus withheld from a Member State’s allocation following the second paragraph of Article 123 shall be attributed to this Member State if the result indicators applied to the specific environmental- and climate-related objectives set out in points (d), (e) and (f) of Article 6(1) in its CAP Strategic Plan have achieved at least 90% of their target value for the year 2025. 2. months of the receipt of the annual performance report in the year 2026 adopt an implementing act without applying the Committee procedure referred to in Article 139 to decide for each Member State whether the respective CAP Strategic Plans have achieved the target values referred to in paragraph 1 of this Article. 3. in paragraph 1 are achieved, the amount of the performance bonus shall be granted by the Commission to the Member States concerned and considered to be definitely allocated to financial year 2027 on the basis of the decision referred to in paragraph 2. 4. in paragraph 1 are not achieved, the commitments for financial year 2027 relating to the amount of the performance bonus of the Member States concerned shall not be granted by the Commission. 5. When attributing the performance bonus, the Commission may take into consideration cases of force majeure and serious socio-economic crises impeding the achievement of the relevant milestones. 6. implementing acts laying down the detailed arrangements to ensure a consistent approach for determining the attribution of the performance bonus to Member States. Those implementing actsrticle 124 deleted Based on the performance review The Commission shall within two Where the target values referred to Where the target values referred to The Commission shall be adopted in accordance with the examination procedure referred to in Article 139(2).
Amendment 4879 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 127 – paragraph 2
Article 127 – paragraph 2
2. The Commission shall carry out an interim evaluation to examine the effectiveness, efficiency, relevance, coherence and Union added value of the EAGF and the EAFRD, as well as the use by Member States of transfers between direct payments and EARDF allocations in accordance with Article 90 of this Regulation, by the end of the third year following the start of implementation of the CAP Strategic Plans taking into account the indicators set out in Annex I. The Commission may make use of all relevant information already available in accordance with Article [128] of the [New Financial Regulation].
Amendment 4880 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 127 – paragraph 3
Article 127 – paragraph 3
3. The Commission shall carry out an ex post evaluation to examine the effectiveness, efficiency, relevance, coherence and Union added value of the EAGF and the EAFRD, as well as the use by Member States of transfers between direct payments and EARDF allocations in accordance with Article 90 of this Regulation.
Amendment 4885 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 129 – paragraph 1
Article 129 – paragraph 1
1. Member States shall provide the Commission with all the necessary information enabling it to perform the monitoring and evaluation of the CAP, providing this information will be considered as an enabling condition that needs to be fulfilled before the approval of Strategic Plans, and maintained during the implementation of Strategic Plans.
Amendment 4907 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 133 – paragraph 1
Article 133 – paragraph 1
In order to limit the effects of income variability, by encouraging farmers to build up savings in good years in order to cope with bad years, Articles 107, 108 and 109 TFEU shall not apply to national fiscal measures whereby Member States decide to deviate from general tax rules by allowing for the income tax base applied to farmers to be calculated on the basis of a multiannual period, including by carrying forward part of the tax base.
Amendment 5096 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Annex III – GAEC 1 – Requirements and standards
Annex III – GAEC 1 – Requirements and standards
Maintenance of permanent grassland based on a regional or sub regional ratio of permanent grassland in relation to agricultural area , which is consistent with environmental sustainability
Amendment 5168 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Annex III – GAEC 8 – Requirements and standards
Annex III – GAEC 8 – Requirements and standards
Amendment 5192 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Annex III – GAEC 10 – Requirements and standards
Annex III – GAEC 10 – Requirements and standards
Ban on converting or ploughing permanent grasslands or pastures in Natura 2000 sites recognised as sensitive areas. However, shallow tillage is authorised in these areas to enable over- seeding, for example
Amendment 5207 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Annex III – SMR 6
Annex III – SMR 6
Amendment 5217 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Annex III – SMR 10
Annex III – SMR 10
Amendment 5226 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Annex III – SMR 11 a (new)
Annex III – SMR 11 a (new)
Regulation (EU) 2016/2031 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 26 October 2016 on protective measures against pests of plants, amending Regulations (EU) No 228/2013, (EU) No 652/2014 and (EU) No 1143/2014 of the European Parliament and of the Council and repealing Council Directives 69/464/EEC, 74/647/EEC, 93/85/EEC, 98/57/EC, 2000/29/EC, 2006/91/EC and 2007/33/EC: Articles 14 and 15
Amendment 5238 #
2018/0216(COD)
Council Directive 1999/74/EC of 19 July 1999 laying down minimum standards for the protection of laying hens: Articles 3 to 6
Amendment 5239 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Annex III – SMR 16 b (new)
Annex III – SMR 16 b (new)
Council Directive 2007/43/EC laying down minimum rules for the protection of chickens kept for meat production: Article 3
Amendment 5240 #
2018/0216(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Annex III – SMR 16 c (new)
Annex III – SMR 16 c (new)
Council Directive 2008/120/EC laying down minimum standards for the protection of pigs
Amendment 77 #
2018/0209(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 5 – paragraph 1
Article 5 – paragraph 1
1. The financial envelope for the implementation of the Programme for the period 2021-2027 shall be EUR 5 457 900 000 000 in current prices.
Amendment 79 #
2018/0209(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 5 – paragraph 2 – point a – introductory part
Article 5 – paragraph 2 – point a – introductory part
(a) EUR 3 55 200 000 000 for the field Environment, of which
Amendment 81 #
2018/0209(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 5 – paragraph 2 – point a – point 1
Article 5 – paragraph 2 – point a – point 1
(1) EUR 2 153 200 000 000 for the sub- programme Nature and Biodiversity and
Amendment 83 #
2018/0209(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 5 – paragraph 2 – point a – point 2
Article 5 – paragraph 2 – point a – point 2
(2) EUR 1 352 000 000 000 for the sub- programme Circular Economy and Quality of Life;
Amendment 85 #
2018/0209(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 5 – paragraph 2 – point b – introductory part
Article 5 – paragraph 2 – point b – introductory part
(b) EUR 1 952 700 000 000 for the field Climate Action, of which
Amendment 87 #
2018/0209(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 5 – paragraph 2 – point b – point 1
Article 5 – paragraph 2 – point b – point 1
(1) EUR 951 700 000 000 for the sub- programme Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation and
Amendment 89 #
2018/0209(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 5 – paragraph 5 a (new)
Article 5 – paragraph 5 a (new)
5a. At least 61 % of the budgetary resources allocated to projects supported by way of action grants under the sub- programme for Environment shall be dedicated to projects supporting the conservation of nature and biodiversity.
Amendment 106 #
2018/0209(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 17 – paragraph 1 a (new)
Article 17 – paragraph 1 a (new)
1a. The Commission shall, by means of implementing acts, adopt multiannual work programmes for the LIFE Programme. Those implementing acts shall be adopted in accordance with the examination procedure referred to in Article 21a.
Amendment 112 #
2018/0209(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 21 a (new)
Article 21 a (new)
Article 21a Committee procedure 1. The Commission shall be assisted by the Committee for the LIFE Programme for the Environment and Climate Action. That committee shall be a committee within the meaning of Regulation (EU) No 182/2011. 2. Where reference is made to this paragraph, Article 5 of Regulation (EU) No 182/2011 shall apply. Where the Committee delivers no opinion, the Commission shall not adopt the draft implementing act and the third subparagraph of Article 5(4) of Regulation (EU) No 182/2011 shall apply.
Amendment 31 #
2018/0206(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 23
Recital 23
(23) In the light of persistently high levels of youth unemployment and inactivity in a number of Member States and regions, in particular affecting young people who are neither in employment, nor in education or training, it is necessary that those Member States continue to invest sufficient resources of the ESF+ strand under shared management towards actions to promote youth employment including through the implementation of Youth Guarantee schemes. Building on the actions supported by the Youth Employment Initiative in the 2014-2020 programming period targeting individual persons, Member States should further promote employment and education reintegration pathways and outreach measures for young people by prioritising, where relevant, long-term unemployed, inactive and disadvantaged young people including through youth work and arrangements based on active involvement and volunteering. Member States should also invest in measures aimed at facilitating school-to-work transition as well as reforming and adapting employment services with a view to providing tailor-made support to young people. Member States concerned should therefore allocate at least 10% of their national resources of the ESF+ strand under shared management to support youth employability.
Amendment 38 #
2018/0206(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 50 a (new)
Recital 50 a (new)
(50a) It is important to ensure sound and fair financial management of the Fund to guarantee that it is implemented in such a way as to make it as clear and easy to use as possible, while guaranteeing legal certainty and ensuring that the instrument is accessible to all participants. As ESF+ activities are carried out under shared management, the Member States are urged not to add additional rules or amend the rules as they go, as that would complicate the use of the funds for the beneficiary and may lead to a delay in the payment of invoices.
Amendment 59 #
2018/0206(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 7 – paragraph 5 – subparagraph 1
Article 7 – paragraph 5 – subparagraph 1
Member States having a rate of young people aged 15 to 29 not in employment, education or training above the Union average in 2019 on the basis of Eurostat data, shall allocate at least 10% of their ESF+ resources under shared management for the years 2021 to 2025 to targeted actions and structural reforms to support youth employment and school-to-work transition, pathways to reintegrate into education or training, arrangements based on active involvement and volunteering and second chance education, in particular in the context of implementing Youth Guarantee schemes.
Amendment 60 #
2018/0206(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 7 – paragraph 7 – subparagraph 1 (new)
Article 7 – paragraph 7 – subparagraph 1 (new)
In ESF+ co-financed operational programmes, particular attention should be paid to rural areas, areas affected by industrial transition and regions which suffer from severe and permanent natural or demographic handicaps, in connection with Article 174 TFEU.
Amendment 85 #
2018/0197(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 5
Recital 5
(5) Horizontal principles as set out in Article 3 of the Treaty on European Union ('TEU') and in Article 10 of the TFEU, including principles of subsidiarity and proportionality as set out in Article 5 of the TEU, should be respected in the implementation of the ERDF and the Cohesion Fund, taking into account the Charter of Fundamental Rights of the European Union. Member States should also respect the obligations of the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities and ensure accessibility in line with its article 9 and in accordance with the Union law harmonising accessibility requirements for products and services. Member States and the Commission should aim at eliminating inequalities and at promoting equality between men and women and integrating the gender perspective, as well as at combating discrimination based on sex, racial or ethnic origin, religion or belief, disability, age or sexual orientation. The Funds should not support actions that contribute to any form of segregation. The objectives of the ERDF and the Cohesion Fund should be pursued in the framework of sustainable development, notably 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 as well as and the Union's promotion of the aim of preserving, protecting and improving the quality of the environment as set out in Articles 11 and 191(1) of the TFEU, taking into account the polluter pays principle. In order to protect the integrity of the internal market, operations benefitting undertakings shall comply with State aid rules as set out in Articles 107 and 108 of the TFEU. The implementation of the ERDF and the Cohesion Fund should also include a cultural dimension, in accordance with Article 167(4) TFEU.
Amendment 97 #
2018/0197(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 8
Recital 8
(8) In an increasingly interconnected world and in view of the demographic and migration dynamics, it is clear that Union migration policy requires a common approach that relies on the synergies and complementarities of the different funding instruments. In order to ensure coherent, strong and consistent support for solidarity and responsibility-sharing efforts between Member States in managing migration, the ERDF should provide support to facilitate the long-term integration of migrants by adopting an approach aimed at protecting the dignity and rights of migrants.
Amendment 186 #
2018/0197(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 25
Recital 25
(25) Within the framework of sustainable urban development, it is considered necessary to support integrated territorial development in order to more effectively tackle the economic, environmental, climate, demographic and soci, social and cultural challenges affecting urban areas, including functional urban areas, while taking into account the need to promote urban-rural linkages. The principles for selecting the urban areas where integrated actions for sustainable urban development are to be implemented, and the indicative amounts for those actions, should be set out in the programmes under the Investment for jobs and growth goal with a minimum target of 6% of the ERDF resources allocated at national level for that purpose. It should also be established that this percentage should be respected throughout the programming period in the case of transfer between priorities within a programme or between programmes, including at the mid- term review.
Amendment 563 #
2018/0197(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 4 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 3
Article 4 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 3
In order to contribute to the specific objective under PO 1 set out in point (a) (iv) of Article 2(1), the ERDF shall also support training, cultural activities, life long learning and education activities.
Amendment 27 #
2018/0196(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Title 0
Title 0
Proposal for a REGULATION OF THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT AND OF THE COUNCIL laying down common provisions on the European Regional Development Fund, the European Social Fund Plus, the Cohesion Fund, the European Agricultural Fund for Rural Development, and the European Maritime and Fisheries Fund and financial rules for those and for the Asylum and Migration Fund, the Internal Security Fund and the Border Management and Visa Instrument
Amendment 31 #
2018/0196(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 2
Recital 2
(2) In order to further develop a coordinated and harmonised implementation of Union Funds implemented under shared management namely the European Regional Development Fund ('ERDF'), the European Social Fund Plus ('ESF+'), the Cohesion Fund, the European Agricultural Fund for Rural Development ('EARDF'), measures financed under shared management in the European Maritime and Fisheries Fund ('EMFF'), the Asylum and Migration Fund ('AMIF'), Internal Security Fund ('ISF') and Integrated Border Management Fund ('BMVI'), financial rules based on Article 322 of the TFEU should be established for all these Funds ('the Funds'), clearly specifying the scope of application of the relevant provisions. In addition, common provisions based on Article 177 of the TFEU should be established to cover policy specific rules for the ERDF, the ESF+, the Cohesion Fund and the EMFF.
Amendment 36 #
2018/0196(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 23
Recital 23
(23) To strengthen the integrated territorial development approach, investments in the form of territorial tools such as integrated territorial investments ('ITI'), community-led local development ('CLLD') (refered to as 'LEADER' under the EARDF) or any other territorial tool under policy objective "a Europe closer to citizens" supporting initiatives designed by the Member State for investments programmed for the ERDF should be based on territorial and local development strategies. For the purposes of ITIs and territorial tools designed by Member States, minimum requirements should be set out for the content of territorial strategies. Those territorial strategies should be developed and endorsed under the responsibility of relevant authorities or bodies. To ensure the involvement of relevant authorities or bodies in implementing territorial strategies, those authorities or bodies should be responsible for the selection of operations to be supported, or involved in that selection.
Amendment 38 #
2018/0196(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 1 – paragraph 1 – point a
Article 1 – paragraph 1 – point a
(a) financial rules for the European Regional Development Fund ('ERDF'), the European Social Fund Plus ('ESF+'), the Cohesion Fund, the European Agricultural Fund for Rural Development (EARDF), the European Maritime and Fisheries Fund ('EMFF'), the Asylum and Migration Fund ('AMIF'), the Internal Security Fund ('ISF') and the Border Management and Visa Instrument ('BMVI') ('the Funds'); With regard to the EAFRD the following provisions shall apply: - Title I; - in Title II, Chapter I, Articles 11 and 12 of Chapter II and Chapter III; - in Title III, Chapter II; - in Title IV, Articles 33 to 36 of Chapter I, Chapter II and Chapter III; - in Title V, Chapter I and Section 2 of Chapter I; and - Title IX.
Amendment 39 #
2018/0196(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 1 – paragraph 1 – point a
Article 1 – paragraph 1 – point a
(a) financial rules for the European Regional Development Fund ('ERDF'), the European Social Fund Plus ('ESF+'), the Cohesion Fund, the European Agricultural Fund for Rural Development ('EARDF'), the European Maritime and Fisheries Fund ('EMFF'), the Asylum and Migration Fund ('AMIF'), the Internal Security Fund ('ISF') and the Border Management and Visa Instrument ('BMVI') ('the Funds');
Amendment 40 #
2018/0196(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 1 – paragraph 6 – point c a (new)
Article 1 – paragraph 6 – point c a (new)
(c a) Regulation (EU) No […] (the 'CAP Strategic Plans Regulation')
Amendment 41 #
2018/0196(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 1 – paragraph 6 – point c b (new)
Article 1 – paragraph 6 – point c b (new)
(c b) Regulation (EU) No […] (the 'CAP Horizontal Regulation')
Amendment 42 #
2018/0196(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 4 – paragraph 1 – introductory part
Article 4 – paragraph 1 – introductory part
1. The ERDF, the ESF+, the Cohesion Fund, the EARDF and the EMFF shall support the following policy objectives:
Amendment 126 #
2018/0196(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 25 – paragraph 1 a (new)
Article 25 – paragraph 1 a (new)
1 a. The EAFRD shall support community-led local development. In that case it shall be referred to as "LEADER".
Amendment 134 #
2018/0196(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 53 – paragraph 7
Article 53 – paragraph 7
7. The managing authority, in managing the financial instrument pursuant to paragraph 2, or the body implementing the financial instrument, in managing the financial instrument pursuant to paragraph 3, shall keep separate accounts or maintain an accounting code per priority and per each category of region or by type of interventions for the EARDF for each programme contribution and separately for resources referred to in Articles 54 and 56 respectively.
Amendment 192 #
2018/0196(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 110 – paragraph 1
Article 110 – paragraph 1
Regulation (EC) No 1303/2013 or any other act applicable to the 2014–2020 programming period shall continue to apply to programmes and operations supported by the ERDF, the ESF+, the Cohesion Fund, the EARDF and the EMFF under that period.
Amendment 19 #
2018/0191(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 31
Recital 31
(31) It is important to stimulate teaching, learning and research in European integration, history and citizenship matters, as well as to promote debates on these matters through the support of Jean Monnet actions in the fields of higher education but also in other fields of education and training. Fostering a sense of European identity, citizenship and commitment is particularly important at times when the common values on which the Union is founded, and which form part of our European identity, are put to the test, and when citizens show low levels of engagement. The Programme should continue to contribute to the development of excellence in European integration, history and citizenship studies.
Amendment 23 #
2018/0191(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 3 – paragraph 2 – point a
Article 3 – paragraph 2 – point a
(a) promote learning mobility of individuals, as well as cooperation, inclusion, excellence, creativity and innovation at the level of organisations and policies in the field of education and training, training and instruction in European citizenship and history;
Amendment 87 #
2018/0191(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Title 1
Title 1
Proposal for a REGULATION OF THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT AND OF THE COUNCIL establishing 'Erasmus + ': the Union programme for education, training, youth and sport and repealing Regulation (EU) No 1288/2013 (Text with EEA relevance)
Amendment 109 #
2018/0191(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 8
Recital 8
(8) In its Communication on 'A modern budget for a Union that protects, empowers and defends - the multiannual financial framework for 2021-2027'26 adopted on 2 May 2018, the Commission called for a stronger “youth” focus in the next financial framework, notably by more than doubling the size of the 2014-2020 Erasmus+ Programme, one of the Union’s most visible success stories. In its resolution of 14 March 2018 on the next multiannual financial framework, the European Parliament called for the Programme’s budget to be tripled on order to maintain its success, achieve its goals including increased inclusiveness, as well as reduce its shortcomings and barriers to participation. The focus of the new Programme should be on inclusiveness, and to reach more young people with fewer opportunities. This should allow more young people to move to another country to learn or work.
Amendment 123 #
2018/0191(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 10 a (new)
Recital 10 a (new)
(10a) The Programme is essential to promoting lifelong learning and this dimension should be encouraged by means of cross-sectoral cooperation as well as greater interaction among different forms of education. In this context, large-scale policy projects should be promoted and provided with sufficient funding and national agencies should have greater flexibility.
Amendment 126 #
2018/0191(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 11
Recital 11
(11) The Programme is a key component of building a European Education Area and of the development of the key EU competences for lifelong learning. It should be equipped to contribute to the successor of the strategic framework for cooperation in education and training and the Skills Agenda for Europe28 with a shared commitment to the strategic importance of skills and competences for sustaining jobs, growth and competitiveness. It should support Member States in reaching the goals of the Paris Declaration on promoting citizenship and the common values of freedom, tolerance and non-discrimination through education29. _________________ 28 29COM(2016) 381 final. COM(2016) 381 final. 29 [Reference]. [Reference].
Amendment 146 #
2018/0191(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 15
Recital 15
(15) Synergies with Horizon Europe should ensure that combined resources from the Programme and the Horizon Europe Programme33 are used to support activities dedicated to strengthening and modernising European higher education institutions. Horizon Europe will, where appropriate, complement the Programme's support for the European Universities initiative, in particular its research dimension as part of developing new joint and integrated long term and sustainable strategies on education, research and innovation. Synergies with Horizon Europe will help to foster the integration of education and research in higher education institutions. The programming of synergies should be coherent and synchronised in all relevant programmes. The simplified procedures for application should be applied for beneficiaries at the implementation level.
Amendment 153 #
2018/0191(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 16
Recital 16
(16) The Programme should be more inclusive by improving its outreach to those with fewer opportunities, including throughoffering more flexible learning mobility formats, and by fostering the participation of small organisations, in particular newcomers and community-based grassroots organisations that work directly with disadvantaged learners of all ages. Virtual formats, such as virtual cooperation, blended and virtual mobility, should be promoted to reach more participants, in particular those with fewer opportunities and those for whom moving physically to a country other than their country of residence would be an obstacle. , and strengthening cooperation and dialogue with social partners, national and local authorities and civil society. To that end, an EU-wide strategy on fostering inclusiveness should be developed, including a specific methodology and specific measures to reach people with fewer opportunities and assist their participation in the Programme. Such a strategy should be further adjusted to national and local contexts and implemented by national agencies together with relevant stakeholders.
Amendment 167 #
2018/0191(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 16 a (new)
Recital 16 a (new)
(16a) Virtual formats, such as virtual cooperation, blended and virtual mobility, can be promoted to reach more participants, in particular those whose participation in transnational activities is limited or strongly impeded. Such virtual formats should be viewed as an enhancement to, rather than a replacement for, physical mobility.
Amendment 171 #
2018/0191(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 16 b (new)
Recital 16 b (new)
(16b) Non-discriminatory and barrier- free access to the Programme should be ensured for people with disabilities. To that end, adequate funding and enhanced structural support is necessary to increase the Programme outreach.
Amendment 172 #
2018/0191(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 16 c (new)
Recital 16 c (new)
(16c) With a view to enhancing outreach, inclusion and the quality of learning mobility, experienced non-profit mobility providers should benefit from a simplified application procedure, such as accreditation by complying with quality charters, in order to support the participation in the Programme of institutions and organisations with limited resources and capacities.
Amendment 173 #
2018/0191(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 16 d (new)
Recital 16 d (new)
(16d) The Programme should put greater emphasis on inclusive and high- quality early school education as a means of enhancing children’s long-term educational potential from early years and preventing social and economic inequalities. The mobility of early education and pre-school staff should be promoted with the aim of strengthening the educational mission of pre-schools and improving the teaching of children.
Amendment 174 #
2018/0191(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 16 e (new)
Recital 16 e (new)
(16e) Online tools and platforms connected with the Programme should be optimised and synchronised in order to create a single information point for all stakeholders and Programme beneficiaries.
Amendment 175 #
2018/0191(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 16 f (new)
Recital 16 f (new)
(16f) The Programme should ensure the meaningful participation of the representatives of programme beneficiaries, including civil society, in the governance, implementation and evaluation of the Programme actions. Good governance and partnership with key stakeholders contributes to the effective and efficient implementation of the Programme's actions and activities.
Amendment 176 #
2018/0191(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 16 g (new)
Recital 16 g (new)
(16g) The Programme should provide structural support to key Union-level networks and European non- governmental organisations whose activities relate to and contribute to the Programme objectives.
Amendment 189 #
2018/0191(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 18 a (new)
Recital 18 a (new)
(18a) The Programme should ensure quality mobility experiences based on the principles laid down in the European Quality Charter for Mobility (2006/961/EC), where the quality of the practical provisions such as information, preparation, support and recognition of experience and qualifications, as well as clear learning plans and learning outcomes drawn up in advance, have a definitive impact on the advantages of the mobility experiences. In addition, authorities and organisations involved in this process can improve its value by adequate planning and suitable evaluation.
Amendment 199 #
2018/0191(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 20 a (new)
Recital 20 a (new)
(20a) The Programme should strengthen inclusivity and quality in VET in order to ensure its vital role in providing equal opportunities and social inclusion for all citizens. To this end, the Programme should address VET sector-specific issues in relation to Programme participation, such as high-quality mobility partnerships, sector-specific language training and competence recognition and/or certification.
Amendment 201 #
2018/0191(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 20 b (new)
Recital 20 b (new)
(20b) VET institutions should be further encouraged to apply for the VET Charter in order to benchmark their quality and attractiveness. Partnerships and networks between employers and VET providers should be strengthened.
Amendment 202 #
2018/0191(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 20 c (new)
Recital 20 c (new)
(20c) The Programme should support and encourage the mobility of teachers and educational staff at all levels as an important factor in fostering their ongoing learning, enhanced working practice and overall professional development. To this end, teachers and educational staff should benefit from the same financial support regardless of sending countries, flexible work arrangements as well as the possibility to incorporate periods abroad into their work programmes and regular workloads.
Amendment 205 #
2018/0191(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 21
Recital 21
(21) The Programme should encourage youth participation in Europe's democratic life, including by supporting participation projects for young people to engage and learn to participate in civic society, raising awareness about European common values including fundamental rights, through a specific module enabling them, from the moment they arrive in the host country, to discover European history, culture and citizenship, bringing together young people and decision makers at local, national and Union level, as well as contributing to the European integration process.
Amendment 215 #
2018/0191(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 22
Recital 22
(22) The Programme should offer young people more opportunities to discover Europe through learning experiences abroad. Eighteen year oldsYoung people, in particular those with fewer opportunities, should be given the chance to have a first-time, short- term individual or group travel experience travelling throughoutin Europe in the frame of an informal educational activity aimed at fostering their sense of belonging to the European Union and discovering its cultural diversity. Actions proposed within this framework should have a strong learning component enabling the validation of the competences and skills acquired during the mobility periods, and an inclusive character tailored to the needs of all participants. It should also integrate the European Capitals of Culture, the European Youth Capitals, the European Volunteering Capitals and European Green Capitals as a key component of the learning and traveling experience. The Pprogramme should identify bodies in charge of reaching out and selecting the participants and support activities to foster the learning dimension of the experience.
Amendment 225 #
2018/0191(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 23
Recital 23
(23) The Programme should also enhance the learning of languages, in particular throughcluding on-site language courses and widened use of online tools, as e-learning offers additional advantages for language learning in terms of access and flexibility. The Erasmus Online Linguistic Support should be tailored to the specific needs of participants of the Programme and open to everybody.
Amendment 232 #
2018/0191(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 24
Recital 24
(24) The Programme should support measures that enhance the cooperation between institutions and organisations active in education, training, youth and sport, recognising their fundamental role in equipping individuals with the knowledge, skills and competences needed in a changing world as well as to adequately fulfil the potential for innovation, creativity and entrepreneurship, in particular within the digital economy. To this end, effective cooperation between all relevant stakeholders at all levels of the Programme’s implementation should be ensured.
Amendment 236 #
2018/0191(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 25
Recital 25
(25) In its Conclusions of the 14 of December 2017, the European Council called on Member States, the Council and the Commission to take forward a number of initiatives to elevate European cooperation in education and training to a new level, including by encouraging the emergence by 2024 of 'European Universities', consisting in bottom-up networks of universities across the Union. The Programme should support these European Universities ensuring their high quality, as well as inclusive and geographically balanced character.
Amendment 247 #
2018/0191(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 28
Recital 28
(28) The Programme should contribute to facilitating transparency and automatic recognition of skills and, competences, qualifications, and diplomas as well as the transfer of credits or units of learning outcomes, to foster quality assurance and to support validation of non-formal and informal learning, skills management and guidance. In this regard, the Programme should also provide support to contact points and networks at national and Union level that facilitate cross-European exchanges as well as the development of flexible learning pathways between different fields of education, training and youth and across formal and non-formal settings.
Amendment 251 #
2018/0191(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 29 a (new)
Recital 29 a (new)
(29a) The Programme should put special emphasis on the validation and recognition of education and training periods abroad, including for secondary school education. In this regard, the budget allocation and concrete grants should be linked to quality assessment procedures, to a description of the learning outcomes, and to the full application of the Council Recommendation on European Framework for Quality and Effective Apprenticeships.
Amendment 274 #
2018/0191(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 36
Recital 36
(36) The types of financing and the methods of implementation under this Regulation should be chosen on the basis of their ability to achieve the specific objectives of the actions and to deliver results, taking into account, in particular, the costs of controls, the administrative burden, and the expected risk of non- compliance. This should include consideration of the use of lump sums, flat rates and unit costs, as well as financing not linked to costs as referred to in Article [125(1)] of the Financial Regulation. Targeted financial support for people with fewer opportunities is of paramount importance to the Programme’s inclusiveness. Therefore, pre-financing options should be put in place.
Amendment 276 #
2018/0191(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 36 a (new)
Recital 36 a (new)
(36a) The Programme should foster more synergies with the European Social Fund+ in terms of investments in skills and competences in particular for those with fewer opportunities;
Amendment 285 #
2018/0191(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 40
Recital 40
(40) In compliance with the Financial Regulation, the Commission should establish and adopt work programmes and informin close cooperation with the European Parliament and the Council thereof, having consulted National Agencies and relevant stakeholders. The work programme should set out the measures needed for their implementation in line with the general and specific objectives of the Programme, the selection and award criteria for grants, as well as all other elements required. The yearly Programme priorities should maintain continuity. Nevertheless, a certain degree of flexibility is necessary to respond to emerging challenges. Work programmes and any amendments to them should be adopted by implementing acts in accordance with the examination proceduremeans of delegated acts.
Amendment 291 #
2018/0191(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 42
Recital 42
(42) Appropriate outreach, publicity and dissemination of the opportunities and results of the actions supported by the Programme should be ensured at European, national and local level. The outreach, publicity and dissemination activities should rely on all the implementing bodies of the Programme, including, when relevantapplicable, with the support of other keyrelevant stakeholders.
Amendment 294 #
2018/0191(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 44
Recital 44
(44) In order to ensure efficient, and effective implementation of this Regulation, the Programme should make maximum use of delivery mechanisms already in place. The implementation of the Programme should therefore be entrusted to the Commission, and to national agencies, which should ensure consistent and coherent application of the Programme rules across the EU countries and proper outreach to and cooperation with all target groups across the wide spectrum of stakeholders. Where feasible, and in order to maximise efficiency, the national agenciesy should be the same as the one designated for the management of the predecessor programme. The scope of the ex- ante compliance assessment should be limited to the requirements that are new and specific to the Programme, unless justified, such as in case of serious shortcomings or under-performance on the part of the national agency concerned.
Amendment 300 #
2018/0191(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 46
Recital 46
(46) Member States should endeavour to adopt all appropriate measures to remove legal and administrative obstacles to the proper functioning of the Programme. This includes exempting study grants from taxation and social levies, as well as resolving, where possible, and without prejudice to Union law on the entry and residence of third-country nationals issues that create difficulties in obtaining visas and residence permits. In line with Directive (EU) 2016/801 of the European Parliament and of the Council39, Member States are encouraged to establish fast- track admission procedures. _________________ 39 Directive (EU) 2016/801 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 11 May 2016 on the conditions of entry and residence of third-country nationals for the purposes of research, studies, training, voluntary service, pupil exchange schemes or educational projects and au pairing (OJ L 132, 21.5.2016, p. 21).
Amendment 306 #
2018/0191(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 49
Recital 49
(49) In order to simplify requirements for beneficiaries, simplified grants in the form of lump-sums, unit-costs and flat-rate funding should be used to the maximum possible extent. The simplified grants to support the mobility actions of the Programme, as defined by the Commission, should take into accountbe regularly reviewed and adjusted to the living and subsistence costs of the host country and regions. The Commission and national agencies of the sending countries should have the possibility to adjust these simplified grants on the basis of objective criteria, in particular to ensure access to people with fewer opportunities. In accordance with national law, Member States should also be encouraged to exempt those grants from any taxes and social levies. The same exemption should apply to public or private entities awarding such financial support to the individuals concerned.
Amendment 309 #
2018/0191(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 51
Recital 51
(51) It is necessary to ensure the complementarity of the actions carried out within the Programme with activities undertaken by the Member States and with other Union activities, with emphasis on sharing knowledge and fostering national and local developments. These activities include in particular those in the fields of education, culture and the media, youth and solidarity, employment and social inclusion, research and innovation, industry and enterprise, agriculture and rural development with a focus on young farmers, cohesion, regional policy and international cooperation and development.
Amendment 322 #
2018/0191(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 2 – paragraph 1 – point 2
Article 2 – paragraph 1 – point 2
(2) 'learning mobility' means moving physically to a country other than the country of residence, in order to undertake study, training or non-formal or informal learning;, including teaching or professional development activities. It may be accompanied by measures such as language support and training and/or be complemented by online learning and virtual cooperation. In some specific cases, it may take the form of learning through the use of information technology and communications tools; tools, but not to the exclusion of physical mobility.
Amendment 335 #
2018/0191(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 2 – paragraph 1 – point 7
Article 2 – paragraph 1 – point 7
(7) 'higher education student' means any person enrolled at a higher education institution, including at short-cycle, bachelor, master or doctoral level or equivalent. It also covers recent graduates who has graduated from such an institution within the previous three years;
Amendment 337 #
2018/0191(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 2 – paragraph 1 – point 8
Article 2 – paragraph 1 – point 8
(8) ‘staff’ means any person who, on either a professional or a voluntary basis, is involved in education at all levels, training or non- formal learning, and may include professors, teachers, trainers, school leaders, youth workers, sport coaches, non- educational staff and other practitioners involved in promoting learning;
Amendment 345 #
2018/0191(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 2 – paragraph 1 – point 11
Article 2 – paragraph 1 – point 11
(11) ‘adult education’ means any form of non-vocational education for adults after initial education, whether of a formal, non- formal or informal nature; The main objectives of adult education are the promotion of social inclusion, active citizenship, personal development and well-being, along with the transfer of knowledge, competences and skills;
Amendment 367 #
2018/0191(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 2 – paragraph 1 – point 21
Article 2 – paragraph 1 – point 21
(21) ‘youth worker’ means a professional or a volunteer involved in non-formal learning who supports young people in their personal socio-educational and, professional and competences development;
Amendment 375 #
2018/0191(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 2 – paragraph 1 – point 25
Article 2 – paragraph 1 – point 25
(25) ‘people with fewer opportunities’ means people facing obstacles that prevent them from having effective who need additional support due to their disadvantage compared to their peers because of various obstaccless to opportunities under the Programme for, for example disability, health problems, educational difficulties, cultural differences, economic, social, cultural, and geographical or health reasons, a migrant background or for reasons such as disability abstacles, including people from marginalised communities or at risk of facing discrimination based on any of the grounds educational difficulties;nshrined in Article 21 of the Charter of Fundamental Rights of the European Union.
Amendment 384 #
2018/0191(COD)
(26a) ‘social inclusion’ means the process of enabling people with fewer opportunities to participate in the Programme or/and addressing issues of inclusion and diversity that ultimately benefit people with fewer opportunities;
Amendment 386 #
2018/0191(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 2 – paragraph 1 – point 27 a (new)
Article 2 – paragraph 1 – point 27 a (new)
(27a) ‘cross-sector cooperation’ means cooperation between different sectors of the Programme (higher education, vocational education and training, school education, early school education, adult education, youth and sport), as well as between formal, non-formal and informal learning environments and different legal entities (institutions and organisations) within those sectors.
Amendment 390 #
2018/0191(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 2 – paragraph 1 – point 27 b (new)
Article 2 – paragraph 1 – point 27 b (new)
(27b) ‘key competences’ means knowledge, skills and attitudes needed by all for personal fulfilment and development, employability, social inclusion and active citizenship as defined in Key Competences for lifelong learning - a European Reference Framework.
Amendment 391 #
2018/0191(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 2 – paragraph 1 – point 27 c (new)
Article 2 – paragraph 1 – point 27 c (new)
(27c) ‘mobility providers’ means non- profit organisations which offer support services to schools, universities or VET providers for the organisation of mobility projects.
Amendment 393 #
2018/0191(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 3 – paragraph 1
Article 3 – paragraph 1
1. The general objective of the Programme is to support the educational, professional and personal development of people in education, training, youth and sport, in Europe and beyond, thereby contributing to sustainable growth, quality jobs and social cohesion and to strengthening European identity. As such, the Programme shall be a key instrument for building a European education area, supporting the implementation of the European strategic cooperation in the field of education and training, with its underlying sectoral agendas, advancing youth policy cooperation under the Union Youth Strategy 2019-2027 and developing the, reinforcing lifelong learning and promoting an innovation-driven approach to education and training as well as a European dimension in sport.;
Amendment 405 #
2018/0191(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 3 – paragraph 2 – point a
Article 3 – paragraph 2 – point a
(a) promote learning mobility of individuals, as well as cooperation, inclusion, equity, excellence, creativity and innovation at the level of organisations and policies in the field of education and training;
Amendment 413 #
2018/0191(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 3 – paragraph 2 – point c a (new)
Article 3 – paragraph 2 – point c a (new)
(ca) promote lifelong learning by enhancing cooperation between formal, non -formal and informal learning environments and supporting flexible learning pathways.
Amendment 418 #
2018/0191(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 3 – paragraph 3 a (new)
Article 3 – paragraph 3 a (new)
3a. All actions of the Programme should contain a strong learning component that contributes to the fulfilment of the programme’s objectives.
Amendment 419 #
2018/0191(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 3 – paragraph 3 b (new)
Article 3 – paragraph 3 b (new)
3b. To support and facilitate mobility, the e-card should be available to all students participating in the Programme by 2021 and its potential for all learners should be further explored with the cooperation of relevant stakeholders to maximise its benefits;
Amendment 421 #
2018/0191(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 4 – paragraph 1 – point b a (new)
Article 4 – paragraph 1 – point b a (new)
(ba) the mobility of pre-school teachers and early education and care staff;
Amendment 449 #
2018/0191(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 5 – paragraph 1 – point c a (new)
Article 5 – paragraph 1 – point c a (new)
(ca) partnerships for building and strengthening the capacity of participating organisations;
Amendment 454 #
2018/0191(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 5 – paragraph 1 – point d a (new)
Article 5 – paragraph 1 – point d a (new)
(da) partnerships for innovation in education through large-scale actions such as adult education alliances.
Amendment 461 #
2018/0191(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 6 – paragraph 1 – point c
Article 6 – paragraph 1 – point c
(c) policy dialogue and, cooperation withand support for relevant key stakeholders, including Union- wide networks, European non- governmental organisations and international organisations in the field of education and training;
Amendment 467 #
2018/0191(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 7 – paragraph 1 – point b
Article 7 – paragraph 1 – point b
(b) Jean Monnet action in other fields of education and training, including VET;
Amendment 488 #
2018/0191(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 10 – paragraph 1 – point b
Article 10 – paragraph 1 – point b
(b) Union tools and measures that foster the quality, transparency and recognition of competences and skills, in particular through Youthpass and the e- Card;
Amendment 503 #
2018/0191(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 12 – paragraph 1 – point b
Article 12 – paragraph 1 – point b
(b) not for profit sport events aiming at further developing the European dimension of sport, as well as promoting social inclusion and equal opportunities.
Amendment 512 #
2018/0191(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Chapter 4 a (new)
Chapter 4 a (new)
CHAPTER V SOCIAL INCLUSION 1. The increased participation of people with fewer opportunities shall be a priority in order to ensure wide outreach, to foster inclusiveness and to contribute to achieving the Programme’s goals. In this context, a Union-wide strategy on enhancing the Programme’s inclusiveness shall be developed, setting common goals, indicating possible measures and guidelines to achieve them, outlining structural and financial support available, as well as monitoring and evaluation tools. The national agencies may further adjust this strategy to national and local contexts and shall implement it. The European Commission shall monitor the implementation of such a strategy. 2. The strategy referred to in paragraph 1 shall give particular attention to the following elements: (a) enhanced cooperation and dialogue with social partners, national and local authorities and civil society; (b) the optimisation of the potential of participating organisations by facilitating their participation in the Programme; (c) adapting the level of financial support for the mobility of individuals to meet the needs of people with fewer opportunities, in line with the living and subsistence costs of the host country or region; (d) collection of qualitative and quantitative data on the Programme’s inclusiveness; (e) cooperation with other Union instruments including the European Social Fund+ and support for other Union policies; (f) dissemination and awareness- raising of the Programme in the most user-friendly way to targeted groups; (g) support to contact points for beneficiaries and organisations working with them; (h) portability of social grants, and provision of pre-financing options and structural aid for the disabled; (i) preparation initiatives for the mobility experience. 3. Grants for mobility actions for people with fewer opportunities shall cover their total cost of participation in the Programme.
Amendment 516 #
2018/0191(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 14 – paragraph 1
Article 14 – paragraph 1
1. The financial envelope for the implementation of the Programme for the period 2021-2027 shall be EUR 30 000in 41 097 000 000 constant prices (EUR 46 758 000 000 in current prices).
Amendment 521 #
2018/0191(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 14 – paragraph 2 – point a – introductory part
Article 14 – paragraph 2 – point a – introductory part
(a) EUR 24 940 000 00083.17 % for actions in the field of education and training, from which:
Amendment 524 #
2018/0191(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 14 – paragraph 2 – point a – point 1
Article 14 – paragraph 2 – point a – point 1
(1) at least EUR 8 640 000 000 should34.84 % shall be allocated to higher education actions referred to in point (a) of Article 4 and point (a) of Article 5;
Amendment 528 #
2018/0191(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 14 – paragraph 2 – point a – point 2
Article 14 – paragraph 2 – point a – point 2
(2) at least EUR 5 230 000 00022 % shall be allocated to actions in vocational education and training referred to in point (b) of Article 4 and point (a) of Article 5;
Amendment 533 #
2018/0191(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 14 – paragraph 2 – point a – point 3
Article 14 – paragraph 2 – point a – point 3
(3) at least EUR 3 790 000 00015.40 % shall be allocated to school education actions referred to in point (c) of Article 4 and point (a) of Article 5;
Amendment 539 #
2018/0191(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 14 – paragraph 2 – point a – point 4
Article 14 – paragraph 2 – point a – point 4
(4) at least EUR 1 190 000 0005.5 % shall be allocated to adult education actions referred to in point (d) of Article 4 and point (a) of Article 5;
Amendment 542 #
2018/0191(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 14 – paragraph 2 – point a – point 5
Article 14 – paragraph 2 – point a – point 5
Amendment 550 #
2018/0191(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 14 – paragraph 2 – point a – point 5 a (new)
Article 14 – paragraph 2 – point a – point 5 a (new)
(5a) the remaining 22.26 % may be used to finance other actions in the field of education and training, in particular centralised actions, which should maintain geographical balance and an inclusive character;
Amendment 552 #
2018/0191(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 14 – paragraph 2 – point a a (new)
Article 14 – paragraph 2 – point a a (new)
(aa) 1.50 % for Jean Monnet actions referred to in Article 7;
Amendment 557 #
2018/0191(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 14 – paragraph 2 – point b
Article 14 – paragraph 2 – point b
(b) EUR 3 100 000 00010.33 % for actions in the field of youth referred to in Articles 8 to 10;
Amendment 562 #
2018/0191(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 14 – paragraph 2 – point c
Article 14 – paragraph 2 – point c
(c) EUR 550 000 0001.80 % for actions in the field of sport referred to in Articles 11 to 13; and
Amendment 568 #
2018/0191(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 14 – paragraph 2 – point d
Article 14 – paragraph 2 – point d
(d) at least EUR 960 000 0003.20 % as a contribution to the operational costs of the national agencies.
Amendment 581 #
2018/0191(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 14 – paragraph 6 a (new)
Article 14 – paragraph 6 a (new)
6a. The funds for the learning mobility of individuals referred to in Article 4 shall be adjusted to the cost of living in the host Member States or regions.
Amendment 583 #
2018/0191(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 14 – paragraph 6 b (new)
Article 14 – paragraph 6 b (new)
6b. The allocations provided for in this Article may be modified, by means of delegated act, according to the performance assessment made in the interim evaluation report prepared by the European Commission in order to promote efficient and effective use of resources.
Amendment 584 #
2018/0191(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 15 – paragraph 3 a (new)
Article 15 – paragraph 3 a (new)
3a. Staff such as teachers, professors or researchers working on the same project shall be remunerated equally and their living costs shall be adjusted to reality, based on host regions (reviewed annually or bi-annually and based on updated Eurostat figures).
Amendment 604 #
2018/0191(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 18 – paragraph 2
Article 18 – paragraph 2
2. When implementing the Programme, inter alia in the selection of participants and the award of grants, the Commission and the Member States shall ensure that efforts are made to promote social inclusion and improve outreach to people with fewer opportunities. Additional support shall be provided to allow barrier-free access to all activities for people with fewer opportunities to prepare them culturally, socially, and linguistically for their mobility experiences.
Amendment 609 #
2018/0191(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 18 – paragraph 5
Article 18 – paragraph 5
5. To improve access to people with fewer opportunities and ensure the smooth implementation of the Programme, the Commission may adjust or may authorise the national agencies referred to in Article 23 to adjust, on the basis of objective criteria, the grants to support mobility actions of the Programme, for example by providing pre-financing.
Amendment 615 #
2018/0191(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 19 – paragraph 1
Article 19 – paragraph 1
The Programme shall be implemented by work programmes referred to in Article [108] of the Financial Regulation. In addition, the work programme shall give an indication of the amount allocated to each action and of the distribution of funds between the Member States and third countries associated to the Programme for the actions to be managed through the national agency. The work programme shall be adopted by the Commission by means of an implementing act. Those implementing acts shall be adopted in accordance with the examination procedure referred to in Article 31 delegated act.
Amendment 618 #
2018/0191(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 21 – paragraph 2
Article 21 – paragraph 2
2. The interim evaluation of the Programme shall be performed once there is sufficient information available about the implementation of the Programme, but no later than four years after the startno later than 31 December 2024 in order to assess the effectiveness of the measures taken to achieve the Programme’s objectives and to evaluate the efficiency of the Programme, accompanied, if appropriate, by a legislative proposal to amend this Regulation. In this regard, particular focus should be given to the performance assessment of EU-funded actions and the realisation of the pProgramme implementation. It’s inclusiveness strategy. The interim evaluation shall also be accompanied by a final evaluation of the predecessor programme.
Amendment 623 #
2018/0191(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 21 – paragraph 5
Article 21 – paragraph 5
5. The Commission shall communicate the conclusions of the evaluations accompanied by its observationsubmit evaluation reports to the European Parliament, the Council, the European Economic and Social Committee and the Committee of the Regions.
Amendment 625 #
2018/0191(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 22 – paragraph 1
Article 22 – paragraph 1
1. National agencies referred to in Article 24, together with the European Commission, shall develop an EU- wide consistent strategy with regard to the effective outreach as well as dissemination and exploitation of results of activities supported under the actions they manage within the Programme, shall assist the Commission in its general task of disseminating information concerning the Programme, including information in respect ofincluding information regarding actions and activities managed at the national and Union level, and its results, and. National agencies shall inform relevant target groups about the actions and activities undertaken in their country, with a view to enhancing outreach across and cooperation with the wide spectrum of stakeholders, and to support a cross- sectoral approach in the Programme’s implementation.
Amendment 634 #
2018/0191(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 22 – paragraph 4 a (new)
Article 22 – paragraph 4 a (new)
4a. All Programme documents for beneficiaries shall be available in all the official languages of the European Union in order to ensure equal opportunities.
Amendment 636 #
2018/0191(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 23 – paragraph 2
Article 23 – paragraph 2
2. The Member States shall take all necessary and appropriate measures to remove any legal and administrative obstacles to the proper functioning of the Programme, including, where possible, measures aimed at avoiding the taxation of grants, ensuring portability of rights among EU social systems and resolving issues that give rise to difficulties in obtaining visas.
Amendment 642 #
2018/0191(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 24 – paragraph 2 a (new)
Article 24 – paragraph 2 a (new)
2a. The national agencies shall ensure the uniform and coherent application of the Programme’s guidelines in order to ensure high quality in terms of information, administrative procedures and project evaluation for all beneficiaries. The Commission is in charge of monitoring this provision.
Amendment 646 #
2018/0191(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 24 – paragraph 7 a (new)
Article 24 – paragraph 7 a (new)
7a. The national agency shall ensure quality mobility experiences based on the principles laid down in the European Quality Charter for Mobility (2006/961/EC).
Amendment 647 #
2018/0191(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 24 – paragraph 7 b (new)
Article 24 – paragraph 7 b (new)
7b. The national agency shall regularly consult the beneficiaries of the Programme (individuals and organisations) with a view to improving the Programme’s implementation.
Amendment 652 #
2018/0191(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 25 – paragraph 7
Article 25 – paragraph 7
7. Regular meetings shall be organised with the network of national agencies in order to ensure coherent implementation of the Programme across all Member States and all third countries referred to in Article 17. The representatives of beneficiaries, including civil society and external experts, shall be invited to participate in these meetings as observers.
Amendment 658 #
2018/0191(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 25 a (new)
Article 25 a (new)
Article 25a Education, Audiovisual and Culture Executive Agency The Education, Audiovisual and Culture Executive Agency, being in charge of the implementation of centralised actions, shall also manage all stages of grant and project applications for actions of the Programme listed in Chapter II, III and IV of this Regulation submitted by Union- wide networks, European non- governmental organisations and international organisations.
Amendment 662 #
2018/0191(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 29 – paragraph 4
Article 29 – paragraph 4
4. Actions eligible under the Programme which have been assessed in a call for proposals under the Programme and which comply with the minimum quality requirements of that call for proposals, but which are not financed due to budgetary constraints, may beshould be provided with a Seal of Excellence to acknowledge their high quality. This might facilitate their application for funding from other sources and/or enable their selectedion for funding by the European Structural and Investment (ESI) funds, without a new application process. In this case the co- financing rates and the eligibility rules based on this Regulation shall apply. These actions shall be implemented by the managing authority referred to in Article [65] of Regulation (EU)XX [CPR] in accordance with the rules set out in that Regulation and fund specific regulations, including rules on financial corrections.
Amendment 670 #
2018/0191(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 31 – title
Article 31 – title
Amendment 671 #
2018/0191(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 31 – paragraph 1
Article 31 – paragraph 1
1. The Commission shall be assisted by an advisory committee within the meaning of Regulation (EU) No 182/2011. composed of relevant stakeholders, including external experts and representatives of beneficiaries, including civil society and social partners. The Committee shall meet in specific configurations to deal with sectoral issues at all levels of Programme implementation, including the preparation of the Annual Work Programme, its implementation and assessment.
Amendment 681 #
2018/0191(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Annex I – paragraph 2 – point 3
Annex I – paragraph 2 – point 3
(3) Number of people taking part in mobility activities under the Programme and geographical breakdown of beneficiaries by territory.
Amendment 112 #
2018/0190(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 4
Recital 4
(4) The Commission Communication on a New European Agenda for Culture15 further sets out the objectives of the Union for the cultural and creative sectors. It aims to harness the power of culture and cultural diversity for social cohesion, the forging of European citizenship and societal well- being, fostering the cross-border dimension of cultural and creative sectors, supporting their capacity to grow, encouraging culture-based creativity in education and innovation, and for jobs and growth as well as strengthening international cultural relations. Creative Europe, together with other Union programmes, should support the implementation of this New European Agenda for Culture. Artistic creation is at the heart of cooperation projects and is the point of departure for actions such as mobility, reaching out to new audiences and best practices; sharing creative works is a valuable means of discovering and raising awareness of emerging artists and accompanying them on a European career. This is also in line with the 2005 UNESCO Convention for the Protection and Promotion of the Diversity of Cultural Expressions, which entered into force on 18 March 2007 and to which the Union is a party. __________________ 15 COM(2018) 267 final.
Amendment 123 #
2018/0190(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 5
Recital 5
(5) The promotion of European cultural diversity depends on the existence of flourishing and resilient cultural and creative sectors, able to create, produce and distribute their works to a large and diverse European audience. This thereby enlarges their business potential and contributes to sustainable growth and jobs creation. In addition, promotion of creativity contributes to boosting competitiveness and sparkling innovation in the industrial value chains. In spite of recent progress regarding assistance for translation and subtitling, the European cultural and creative market continues to be fragmented along national and linguistic lines, which do not allow the cultural and creative sectors to fully benefit from the European single market and the digital single market in particular.
Amendment 133 #
2018/0190(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 6
Recital 6
(6) The Programme should take into account the dual nature of the cultural and creative sectors, recognising, on the one hand, the intrinsic and artistic value of culture and, on the other, the economic value of those sectors, including their broader contribution to growth and competitiveness, creativity and innovation. This requires strong European cultural and creative sectors, in particular a vibrant European audiovisual industry, taking into account its capacity to reach large audiences and its economic importance, including for other creative sectors as well as cultural tourism. However, competition in global audiovisual markets has been further intensified by the deepening digital disruption e.g. changes in media production, consumption and the growing position of global platforms in the distribution of content. Therefore, there is a need to step-up the support to the European industry and regulate, in fiscal and other terms, the penetration of non-European platforms.
Amendment 142 #
2018/0190(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 7
Recital 7
(7) To be effective, the Programme shouldmust take into account the specific nature of the different sectors, their different target groups and their particular needs through tailor-made approaches within a strand dedicated to the audiovisual sector, a strand dedicated to the other cultural and creative sectors and a cross-sectoral strand.
Amendment 147 #
2018/0190(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 9
Recital 9
(9) Union intervention is needed in the audiovisual sector to accompany the Union’s Digital Single Market policies. This concerns notably the modernisation of the copyright framework and the proposed Regulation on online transmissions of broadcasting organisations16 , as well as the proposal to amend Directive 2010/13/EU of the European Parliament and of the Council17 . They seek to strengthen the capacity of European audiovisual players to finance, produce and disseminate works that can be sufficiently visible on the different media of communication available (e.g. TV, cinema or Video On Demand) and attractive to audiences in a more open and competitive market within Europe and beyond. Support should be scaled up in order to address recent market developments and notably the stronger position of global platforms of distribution in comparison to national broadcasters traditionally investing in the production of European works. __________________ 16 17 with the dual obligation for global platforms to contribute to creative activity in line with the rules in force in the European territory targeted by their works and ensure at least a 30% share of European works in their catalogue, as called for in the European Parliament legislative resolution of 2 October 2018 on the proposal for a directive of the European Parliament and of the Council amending Directive 2010/13/EU on the coordination of certain provisions laid down by law, regulation or administrative action in Member States concerning the provision of audiovisual media services in view of changing market realities (COM (2016) 0287 — C8-0193/2016- 2016/0151 (COD)). __________________ 16 COM(2016) 594 final COM(2016) 594 final 17 COM/2016/0287 final COM/2016/0287 final
Amendment 163 #
2018/0190(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 11
Recital 11
(11) Culture is key to strengthen inclusive and cohesive communities. In the context of migration pressure, culture has an important fundamental role in the integration of migrants to help them feel part of host societies and develop good relations between migrants and new communities. Similarly, culture is a tool for revitalising territories and promoting social and cultural developments, which are the key factors for solidarity and inclusion;
Amendment 173 #
2018/0190(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 12
Recital 12
(12) Artistic freedom is at the core of vibrant cultural and creative industries, including the news media sector. The programme should promote cross-overs and collaboration between the audiovisual sector and the publishing sector to promote a pluralistic media environment. and provide professional support for journalists and for the International Consortium of Investigative Journalists.
Amendment 182 #
2018/0190(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 12 a (new)
Recital 12 a (new)
(12a) The mobility of artists and cultural operators is being hampered by their lack of legal status and difficulties in obtaining visas; artists should be able to benefit more from mobility support under Erasmus+ programmes, which should be coordinated with this programme.
Amendment 187 #
2018/0190(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 13
Recital 13
(13) In line with Articles 8 and 10 of the Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union (TFEU), the Programme in all its activities shouldmust support gender mainstreaming and the mainstreaming of non-discrimination objectives and, where applicable, should define appropriate gender balance criteria.
Amendment 203 #
2018/0190(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 21
Recital 21
(21) Horizontal financial rules adopted by the European Parliament and the Council on the basis of Article 322 of the TFEU apply to this Regulation. These rules are laid down in the Financial Regulation and determine in particular the procedure for establishing and implementing the budget through grants, procurement, prizes, indirect implementation, and provide for checks on the responsibility of financial actors. Rules adopted on the basis of Article 322 TFEU also concern the protection of the Union's budget in case of generalised deficiencies as regards the rule of law in the Member States, as the respect for the rule of law is an essential precondition for sound financial management and effective EU funding without penalising the final beneficiaries.
Amendment 226 #
2018/0190(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 27
Recital 27
(27) One of the greatest challenges of the cultural and creative sectors is their access to finance allowing their activities to grow maintain or increase their competitiveness or internationalise their activities. The policy objectives of this Programme should also be addressed through direct subsidies, which must remain its chief source of funding, alongside financial instruments and budgetary guarantee under the policy window(s) of the Invest EU Fund.
Amendment 232 #
2018/0190(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 28
Recital 28
(28) Taking into account the technical expertise required to assess proposals under specific actions of the Programme it should be provided that, where relevant, evaluation committees may be composed of external experts whose opinions take into account the criteria of audience diversity and respect for EU thematic priorities (inclusion of people with disabilities, disadvantaged groups, migrants).
Amendment 238 #
2018/0190(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 29
Recital 29
(29) The Programme should include a realistic and manageable system of performance indicators, developed with creative sector operators to accompany its actions and monitor its performance on a n ongoing basis, taking into accountinuous basi the intrinsic value of arts and culture; it should also chart the Programme beneficiaries. This monitoring as well as information and communication actions relating to the Programme and its actions should build on the three strands of the programme.
Amendment 269 #
2018/0190(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 3 – paragraph 1 – point b
Article 3 – paragraph 1 – point b
(b) to increase the competitiveness of the cultural and creative sectors, in particular the European audiovisual sector, while respecting the quality and plurality of European Union content and values.
Amendment 292 #
2018/0190(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 3 – paragraph 2 – point c
Article 3 – paragraph 2 – point c
(c) promoting policy cooperation and innovative actions supporting all strands of the programme, including the promotion of a diverse and pluralistic media environment, media literacy, artistic and cultural education and social inclusion.
Amendment 297 #
2018/0190(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 3 – paragraph 2 – point c a (new)
Article 3 – paragraph 2 – point c a (new)
(ca) To promote the mobility of artists and professionals of the cultural and creative sectors.
Amendment 306 #
2018/0190(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 4 – paragraph 1 – point a
Article 4 – paragraph 1 – point a
(a) to strengthen the cross-border dimension and circulation of European cultural and creative operators and works through coordination with the Erasmus+ programme;
Amendment 308 #
2018/0190(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 4 – paragraph 1 – point b
Article 4 – paragraph 1 – point b
(b) to increase cultural participation across Europe, encompassing the outermost regions (remote rural areas, overseas territories) and charting beneficiaries in order to assess actual programme take-up;
Amendment 354 #
2018/0190(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 5 – paragraph 1 – point b
Article 5 – paragraph 1 – point b
(b) to enhance theatrical and online distribution and provide wider access across borders to European audiovisual works on the new digital media, through subtitling and translation for example, including through innovative business models and the use of new technologies;
Amendment 381 #
2018/0190(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 6 – paragraph 1 – point c
Article 6 – paragraph 1 – point c
(c) to promote cross cutting activities covering several sectors aiming at adjusting to the structural changes faced by the media sector, including enhancing a free, diverse, and pluralistic media environment (by backing the International Consortium of Investigative Journalists and supporting ethical solidarity in all its forms with regard to information), quality journalism and media literacy;
Amendment 389 #
2018/0190(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 6 – paragraph 1 – point d
Article 6 – paragraph 1 – point d
(d) to set up and support programme desks to promote, in a fair and balanced way the Programme in their country and to stimulate cross-border cooperation within the cultural and creative sectors.
Amendment 410 #
2018/0190(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 8 – paragraph 1 – point c a (new)
Article 8 – paragraph 1 – point c a (new)
(ca) third countries neighbouring the outermost regions referred to in Article 349 TFEU, as well as those neighbouring overseas countries and territories;
Amendment 418 #
2018/0190(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 8 – paragraph 3
Article 8 – paragraph 3
3. The agreements concluded with countries specified in point (c) of paragraph 1 may derogate from the obligations set out in paragraph 2 in duly justified cases, in order to ensure a partial access to CROSSSECTORAL strand and to the MEDIA strand via certain schemes relevant for cooperation and capacity building, to the exception of the actions directly linked to the implementation of the AVMS Directive related to the promotion of the production and distribution of European works.
Amendment 432 #
2018/0190(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 12 – paragraph 1
Article 12 – paragraph 1
1. The Programme shall be implemented by work programmes referred to in Article 110 of the Financial Regulation. Work programmes shall set out, where applicable, the overall amount reserved for blending operations, which must not supplant direct funding in the form of grants.
Amendment 433 #
2018/0190(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 13 – paragraph 1
Article 13 – paragraph 1
1. Grants under the Programme shall be awarded and managed in accordance with Title VIII of the Financial Regulation, taking into account the diversity of audiences and territories, as well as European Union thematic priorities (disabled persons, disadvantaged groups, migrants).
Amendment 459 #
2018/0190(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 15 – paragraph 1
Article 15 – paragraph 1
The Commission, in cooperation with the Member States, shall ensure the overall consistency and complementarity of the Programme with the relevant policies and programmes, in particular those relating to gender balance, education, youth and solidarity, employment and social inclusion, research and innovation, including social innovation, industry and enterprise, agriculture and rural development, environment and climate action, cohesion, regional and urban policy, State aid for objectives such as mobility and international cooperation and development.
Amendment 518 #
2018/0190(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Annex I – point 2 – paragraph 1 – point c
Annex I – point 2 – paragraph 1 – point c
(c) Advertising and marketing tools, including on line and through the use of data analytics, to increase the prominence, visibility, cross-border access, and audience reach of European works by means of subtitling;
Amendment 529 #
2018/0190(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Annex I – point 2 – paragraph 1 – point g
Annex I – point 2 – paragraph 1 – point g
(g) Initiatives promoting audience development and film education addressing in particular young audiences and early school leavers;
Amendment 545 #
2018/0190(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Annex I – point 3 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 1 – point a
Annex I – point 3 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 1 – point a
(a) Policy development, transnational exchange of experiences and know-how, peer learning activities, peer mentoring for newcomers and networking among cultural and creative organisations and policy makers, of a cross-sectoral nature;
Amendment 556 #
2018/0190(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Annex I – point 3 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 3 – point a
Annex I – point 3 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 3 – point a
(a) Promote the programme at national level and provide balanced information on the various types of financial support available under union policy;
Amendment 562 #
2018/0190(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Annex I – point 3 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 4 – point a
Annex I – point 3 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 4 – point a
(a) Addressing the structural changes faced by the media sector by promoting and monitoring a diverse and pluralistic media environment, protecting initiatives such as the International Consortium of Investigative Journalists;
Amendment 1 #
2018/0166R(APP)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 1
Paragraph 1
1. Emphasises that the common agricultural policy (CAP), one of the most integrated policies, plays a crucial role in delivering key EU objectives such as food security; points out that the rules with which farmers must comply governing food, health and environmental protection have increased, while the relative share of agriculture in the EU budget keeps declining; underlines the need to support farmers' transition towards environmentally friendly farming practices and to valorise the delivery of environmental goods;
Amendment 16 #
2018/0166R(APP)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 1 a (new)
Paragraph 1 a (new)
1 a. Calls for an increase of the overall EU budget at a higher level compared to the European Commission proposal, at 1,3% of the EU27's gross national income (GNI).
Amendment 20 #
2018/0166R(APP)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 2
Paragraph 2
2. Reiterates its call for the CAP budget to be maintained in the 2021-2027 MFF at least at the level of the 2014-2020 budget for the EU-27 in real terms, given the fundamental role of this policyand added value of this policy; stresses the need to increase funding in line with responses to the various cyclical crises in sensitive sectors ; reaffirms its view that agriculture must not suffer any financial disadvantage as a result of political decisions such as political conflicts with trading partners, the withdrawal of the United Kingdom from the EU or the funding of new European policies ;
Amendment 25 #
2018/0166R(APP)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 2
Paragraph 2
2. Reiterates its call for the CAP budget to be maintained in the 2021-2027 MFF at least at the level of the 2014-2020 budget for the EU-27 in real terms, given the fundamental role of this policy to ensure economic, environmental and social sustainability of EU agriculture; reaffirms its view that agriculture must not suffer any financial disadvantage as a result of political decisions such as the withdrawal of the United Kingdom from the EU or the funding of new European policies;
Amendment 32 #
2018/0166R(APP)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 2 a (new)
Paragraph 2 a (new)
2 a. Considers it necessary for the next MFF to ensure an adequate CAP financing in order to guarantee the economic, environmental and social sustainability of European agriculture, by safeguarding farmers incomes, employment and development in rural areas and the provision of environmental public goods.
Amendment 40 #
2018/0166R(APP)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 3
Paragraph 3
3. Disagrees with the Commission’s proposal for the next MFF, which would entail substantial cuts to the CAP; highlights the fact that the extent of the cuts varies according to the parameters used for the comparison; disagrees with the Commission’s approach of providing two calculation methods for the MFF (current vs constant); recalls that the funding level must be maintained in constant prices
Amendment 53 #
2018/0166R(APP)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 4
Paragraph 4
4. Stresses the importance of direct payments as well as second-pillar funds for farmers; deplores in particular rural populations ; strongly opposes the severe cuts envisaged for the second pillar of the CAP, which makes a significant contribution to investment and employment in rural areasbrings a vital contribution to employment, investment, accessibility and territorial attractiveness in rural areas; calls for the rural development funding level to be restored to that of the 2014-2020 funding period ; stresses that it cannot be taken for granted that national co-funding will fill the budget gap;
Amendment 62 #
2018/0166R(APP)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 4
Paragraph 4
4. Stresses the importance of maintaining the current financial allocation for direct payments as well as second-pillar funds for farmers; deplores in particular the severe cuts envisaged for the second pillar of the CAP, which makes a significant contribution to investment and employment in rural areas; stresses that it cannot be taken for granted that national co-funding will fill the budget gap;
Amendment 65 #
2018/0166R(APP)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 4 – point a (new)
Paragraph 4 – point a (new)
(a) Reiterates that the overall EARDF and EAGF total for the coming period should be 382,855,000,000 in constant prices to correspond to 2014-2020
Amendment 66 #
2018/0166R(APP)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 4 – point b (new)
Paragraph 4 – point b (new)
(b) Stresses that the expectation that 40% of CAP will be spent on climate action can only be achieved if the funds for environmental and climate schemes are not subject to the reduction of payments (cap) outlined in Article 15 of the proposal establishing rules on strategic plans to be drawn up by Member States under the CAP;
Amendment 82 #
2018/0166R(APP)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 5 a (new)
Paragraph 5 a (new)
5 a. Underlines the need to have a legally binding and compulsory MFF mid-term review;
Amendment 54 #
2018/0088(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 4
Recital 4
(4) It is therefore necessary to ensure a comprehensive and continuous risk communication process throughout risk analysis, involving Union and national risk assessors and risk managers. That process should be combined with an open dialogue between all interested parties to ensure the coherence, such as consumers and consumer organisations, to ensure the prevalence of public interest, accuracy and consistency within the risk analysis process.
Amendment 59 #
2018/0088(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 8
Recital 8
(8) The general plan should identify the key factors to be taken into account when risk communications’ activities are considered, such as the different levels of hazard and risk, the nature of the hazard and risk and its potential public health and environmental impact, who and what arcan be directly or indirectly affected by the risk, the levels of risk exposure, the ability to control exposure and risk and other factors that influence risk perceptionunderstanding including the level of urgency as well as the applicable legislative framework and relevant market context. The general plan should also identify the tools and channels to be used and should establish appropriate mechanisms to ensure coherentaccurate risk communication.
Amendment 62 #
2018/0088(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 11
Recital 11
(11) Experience shows that the role of the Management Board of the Authority is focussed on administrative and financial aspects and does not impact on the independence of the scientific work performed by the Authority. It is thus appropriate to include representatives of all Member States in the Management Board of the Authority, while providing that those representatives should have experience in particular on risk assessment and are able to demonstrate the absence of conflict of interest with the applicants.
Amendment 69 #
2018/0088(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 16
Recital 16
(16) Authorisations procedures are based on the principle that it is for the applicant to prove that the subject matter of an authorisation procedure complies with Union safety requirements given the scientific knowledge in its possession. This principle is based on the premise that public health isand the environment are better protected when the burden of proof is on the applicant since it has to prove that a particular subject matter is safe prior to its placing on the market, instead of the public authorities having to prove that a subject matter is unsafe in order to be able to ban it from the market. Moreover, public money should not be used to commission costly studies that will in the end help the industry to place a product on the market. According to this principle and in accordance with applicable regulatory requirements, in support of applications for an authorisation under Union sectoral food law applicants are required to submit relevant studies, including tests, to demonstrate the safety and in some cases the efficacy of a subject matter.
Amendment 80 #
2018/0088(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 23
Recital 23
(23) The Fitness Check of the General Food Law demonstrated that although the Authority has made considerable progress in terms of transparency, the risk assessment process, especially in the context of authorisation procedures covering the agri-food chain, is not always perceived as fully transparent. This is also partly due to the different transparency and confidentiality rules that are laid down not only in Regulation (EC) No 178/2002 but also in other Union legislative acts covering the agri-food chain. Their interplay can impact on the acceptability of the risk assessment by the general publicyet fully transparent.
Amendment 84 #
2018/0088(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 25
Recital 25
(25) It is therefore necessary to strengthen the transparency and clarity of the risk assessment process in a proactive manner. PIn order to ensure public scrutiny, public access to all scientific data and information supporting requests for authorisations under Union food law as well as other requests for scientific output should be ensured, as early as possible in the risk assessment process. However, this process should be without prejudice to existing intellectual property rights or to any provisions of Union food law protecting the investment made by innovators in gathering the information and data supporting relevant applications for authorisations.
Amendment 88 #
2018/0088(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 28
Recital 28
(28) Accordingly and with respect to the procedures governing requests for authorisation procedures provided in Union food law, experience gained so far has shown that certain information items are generally considered sensitive and should remain confidential across the different sectoral authorisation procedures. It is appropriate to lay down in Regulation (EC) No 178/2002 a horizontal list of information items whose disclosure may be considered to significantly harm the commercial interests concerned and should not therefore be disclosed to the public, (“general horizontal list of confidential items”). Only in veryThese exceptions to the principle of transparency must be interpreted strictly. In limited and exceptional circumstances relating to foreseeable health effects and urgent needs to protect human health, animal health or the environment, such information should be disclosed.
Amendment 97 #
2018/0088(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 37
Recital 37
(37) In order to further strengthen the link betweensafeguard the independence of the risk assessorsment and risk managerment stages at Union and national levels as well as the coherenceaccuracy and consistency of risk communication, the power to adopt acts in accordance with Article 290 of the Treaty should be delegated to the Commission to adopt a general plan on risk communication on matters covering the agri-food chain. It is of particular importance that the Commission carries out appropriate consultations during its preparatory work, including at expert level, and that those consultations be conducted in accordance with the principles laid down in the Interinstitutional Agreement on Better Law-Making of 13 April 2016. In particular, to ensure equal participation in the preparation of delegated acts, the European Parliament and the Council receive all documents at the same time as Member States’ experts, and their experts systematically have access to meetings of Commission expert groups dealing with the preparation of delegated acts.
Amendment 98 #
2018/0088(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 1 – paragraph 1 – point 1
Article 1 – paragraph 1 – point 1
Regulation (EC) No 178/2002
Article 8 a – point a
Article 8 a – point a
(a) promote transparency, clarity, awareness and understanding of the specific issues under consideration during the entire risk analysis process;
Amendment 99 #
2018/0088(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 1 – paragraph 1 – point 1
Article 1 – paragraph 1 – point 1
Regulation (EC) No 178/2002
Article 8 a – point b
Article 8 a – point b
(b) promote consistencya high level of health and environmental protection and transparency in formulating risk management recommendations;
Amendment 119 #
2018/0088(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article premier – paragraph 1 – point 3 – point b
Article premier – paragraph 1 – point 3 – point b
Regulation (EC) No 178/2002
Article 28 – paragraph 5 a – subparagraph d – point ii
Article 28 – paragraph 5 a – subparagraph d – point ii
(ii) Independence and absence of conflict of interests in accordance with Article 37(2) and the Authority’s independence policy and implementing rules on the independence of the Scientific Panels’ members; the fact that each expert is independent and has no conflicts of interest must be certified by the competent national court in the expert’s place of residence, and the expert concerned will have to swear an oath before that court.
Amendment 140 #
2018/0088(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 1 – paragraph 1 – point 4
Article 1 – paragraph 1 – point 4
Regulation (EC) No 178/2002
Article 32 c – paragraph 2
Article 32 c – paragraph 2
2. The Authority shall consult stakeholders and the public regarding the studies supporting applications for authorisation once they are made public by the Authority in accordance with Article 38 and Articles 39 to 39f in order to identify whether other relevant scientific data or studies are available on the subject matter concerned by the application for authorisation. This provision does not apply to the submission of any supplementary information by the applicants during the risk assessment process.
Amendment 144 #
2018/0088(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article premier – paragraph 1 – point 4
Article premier – paragraph 1 – point 4
Regulation (EC) No 178/2002
Article 32 d
Article 32 d
The Commission experts shall perform controls, including audits, to obtain assurance that testing facilities located in the Union and in third countries comply with relevant standards for carrying out tests and studies submitted to the Authority as part of an application for an authorisation under Union food law. These controls shall be organised in cooperation with the competent authorities of the Member States.
Amendment 192 #
2018/0088(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 1 – paragraph 1 – point 7
Article 1 – paragraph 1 – point 7
Regulation (EC) No 178/2002
Article 39 e – paragraph 1 – introductory part
Article 39 e – paragraph 1 – introductory part
1. With respect to requests for scientific outputs, including scientific opinions under Union food law or comments on draft guidance documents, the Authority shall always make public:
Amendment 193 #
2018/0088(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 1 – paragraph 1 – point 7
Article 1 – paragraph 1 – point 7
Regulation (EC) No 178/2002
Article 39 e – paragraph 1 – point c
Article 39 e – paragraph 1 – point c
(c) the names of all participants in meetings of the Scientific Committee and the Scientific Panels and their Working Groups, or any other ad hoc group created to contribute to the Authority's duties.
Amendment 96 #
2018/0082(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Recital 9
Recital 9
(9) The relevant rules should apply to business conduct by larger, that is to say non-small and medium-sized, operators in the food supply chain as they are the ones who normally possess stronger relative bargaining power when trading with small and medium-sized suppliersall buying operators in the food supply chain, regardless of their size.
Amendment 107 #
2018/0082(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Recital 10
Recital 10
( 10) As a majority of Member States already have national rules on unfair trading practices, albeit diverging, it is appropriate to use the tool of a Directive to introduce a minimum protection standard under Union law. This should enable Member States to integrate the relevant rules into their national legal order in such a way as to bring about a cohesive regime. Member States should not be precluded from adopting and applying on their territory stricter national laws protecting small and medium-sized suppliers and buyers against unfair trading practices occurring in business-to-business relationships in the food supply chain, subject to the limits of Union law applicable to the functioning of the internal market.
Amendment 131 #
2018/0082(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Recital 12 a (new)
Recital 12 a (new)
(12a) Grapes and musts for wine production are covered by the definition of a perishable foodstuff and fall within the scope of the Directive. However, these grapes are to be processed, and transactions on the final product occur much later - often several years after the first transaction. In such circumstances, it should be made possible for interprofessional agreements to derogate from the perishable foodstuffs payment deadlines for for these grapes.
Amendment 132 #
2018/0082(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Recital 12 b (new)
Recital 12 b (new)
(12b) Grapes and musts for wine production are covered by the definition of a perishable foodstuff and fall within the scope of the Directive. However, these grapes are to be processed, and transactions on the final product occur much later - often several years after the first transaction. Having regard to that fact, the definition of a foodstuff should be clarified further to exclude grapes for winemaking from the scope of the Directive.
Amendment 158 #
2018/0082(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Recital 15
Recital 15
(15) The enforcement authorities of the Member States should have the necessary powers that enable them to effectively gaperform their any factual information by way of information requestduties. They should have the power to order the termination of a prohibited practice, where applicable. The existence of a deterrent, such as the power to impose finespenalties, including fines or any other sanction and the publication of investigation results, can encourage behavioural change and pre-litigation solutions between the parties and should therefore be part of the powers of the enforcement authorities. The Commission and the enforcement authoriIt is necessary to establish a Union Enforcement Network (‘the Network’), hosted by the Commission, aimed at coordinating and facilitating the exchange of information and best practices of theconcerning Member States should cooperate closelnational legislation and experience of enforcement in a coordinated and systematic way so as to ensure a common approach with respect to the application of the rules set out in this Directive. In particular, the enforcement authorities should provide each other mutual assistance, for example by sharing information and assisting in investigations which have aThe Network should also help improving the common understanding on which specific types of business practice should be considered UTPs and to better address potential cross-border dimensionUTPs.
Amendment 168 #
2018/0082(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Recital 16
Recital 16
(16) To facilitate effective enforcement, the Commission should help organise meetings between the enforcement authorities of the Member Statesing the meetings of the Network where best practices can be exchanged and relevant information can be shared. The Commission should establish and manage a website to facilitate those exchanges.
Amendment 208 #
2018/0082(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article premier – paragraph 2
Article premier – paragraph 2
2. This Directive applies to certain unfair trading practices which occur in relation to the sales of food products by a supplier that is a small and medium-sized enterprise to a buyer that is not a small and medium-sized enterprisagricultural and food products, and the services connected with those products, by a supplier to a buyer of any size.
Amendment 222 #
2018/0082(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 2 – paragraph 1 – point –a (new)
Article 2 – paragraph 1 – point –a (new)
(-a) “unfair trading practice” means any practice which grossly deviates from good commercial conduct, is contrary to good faith and fair practice and is unilaterally imposed by one trading partner upon another, occurring when an enterprise: - submits or attempts to subject a trading partner to obligations that create a significant imbalance in the rights and obligations of the parties before, during or after the performance of the contract; - obtains or attempts to obtain, under threat of total or partial termination of contractual relations, manifestly unreasonable conditions concerning prices, payment terms, terms of sale or services not covered by the purchase obligations and sales.
Amendment 252 #
2018/0082(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 2 – paragraph 1 – point b a (new)
Article 2 – paragraph 1 – point b a (new)
(b a) "situation of economic dependence" occurs when the termination of commercial relations between the buyer and the supplier may jeopardize the continued pursuit of the latter's activity and where the supplier does not have an alternative solution to the commercial relations in question which can be implemented within a reasonable time. This is presumed to be the case when the buyer accounts for at least 20% of the supplier’s turnover;
Amendment 271 #
2018/0082(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 2 – paragraph 1 – point c a (new)
Article 2 – paragraph 1 – point c a (new)
(c a) “Resale at a loss” means the reselling or advertising of the resale below the actual purchase price. The actual purchase price is the net unit price shown on the purchase invoice, minus the amount of all other financial benefits granted by the supplier, plus turnover taxes, specific taxes relating to the purchase price and to the resale, as well as the price of transport.
Amendment 293 #
2018/0082(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 2 – paragraph 1 – point e
Article 2 – paragraph 1 – point e
(e) “perishable food products” means food products that will become unfit for human consumption unless they are stored, treated, packaged or otherwise conserved to prevent them from becoming unfit, with the exception of grapes and must intended for wine production.
Amendment 303 #
2018/0082(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 3 – paragraph –1 (new)
Article 3 – paragraph –1 (new)
-1. Member States shall ensure that unfair commercial practices are prohibited. Member States shall ensure that the abusive exploitation by a purchaser or a group of buyers of the state of economic dependence in which a supplier finds itself is prohibited.
Amendment 325 #
2018/0082(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 3 – paragraph 1 – point a a (new)
Article 3 – paragraph 1 – point a a (new)
(aa) For transactions involving grapes and musts for wine production, the payment arrangements may be amended by means of a comprehensive inter- professional agreement, pursuant to Article 164 of Regulation (EU) No 1308/2013 of the European Parliament and the Council.
Amendment 379 #
2018/0082(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 3 – paragraph 1 – point d a (new)
Article 3 – paragraph 1 – point d a (new)
(da) a buyer of agricultural products or food products refuses to enter into a written contract with a supplier or refuses to communicate to a supplier the general conditions of sale or does not provide them with sufficiently detailed or unambiguous information on the contractual terms and conditions of the purchase of agricultural or food products;
Amendment 397 #
2018/0082(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 3 – paragraph 1 – point d b (new)
Article 3 – paragraph 1 – point d b (new)
(db) The resale of agricultural or food products at a loss is prohibited, except when it concerns products whose expiry date expires two days after the date of sale.
Amendment 456 #
2018/0082(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 3 – paragraph 1 a (new)
Article 3 – paragraph 1 a (new)
1a. Member States shall ensure that unnaturally low transfer prices are prohibited. Production costs should be used as a basis for setting prices in contracts between a supplier and a buyer so that the transfer price cannot be lower than the supplier's production costs. Member States shall lay down the procedures for determining the production costs of agricultural products and food products.
Amendment 492 #
2018/0082(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 3 – paragraph 2 – point d
Article 3 – paragraph 2 – point d
(d) a supplier pays for the marketing of agricultural or food products by the buyer, or the risk of losses arising from the marketing of agricultural or food products is transferred to the supplier.
Amendment 536 #
2018/0082(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 5 – paragraph 1
Article 5 – paragraph 1
1. A supplierComplaints shall be address a complainted to the enforcement authority of the Member State in which the buyer suspected to have engaged in a prohibited trading practicesupplier is established.
Amendment 554 #
2018/0082(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 5 – paragraph 1 a (new)
Article 5 – paragraph 1 a (new)
1a. The enforcement authority, which receives the complaint, shall forward it to the competent enforcement authority of the State in which the buyer suspected of engaging in a prohibited business practice is established.
Amendment 557 #
2018/0082(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 5 – paragraph 1 b (new)
Article 5 – paragraph 1 b (new)
1b. When the buyer is not established in the Union, the competent authority shall have special powers to deal with the complaint and to penalize any infringements found.
Amendment 558 #
2018/0082(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 5 – paragraph 1 c (new)
Article 5 – paragraph 1 c (new)
1c. If the complainant is not established in the Union, they shall submit their complaint to the authority of the Member State in which the buyer is established.
Amendment 564 #
2018/0082(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 5 – paragraph 2
Article 5 – paragraph 2
2. Producer or supplier organisations or, associations of producer or supplier organisations whose member(s) or member(s) of their members consider(s) that they are affected by a prohibited trading practice, non-governmental and civil society organisations shall have the right to submit a complaint and may be a party in the proceedings.
Amendment 585 #
2018/0082(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 6 – paragraph 1 – introductory part
Article 6 – paragraph 1 – introductory part
Member States shall ensure that their enforcement authority is properly equippedies have the necessary resources, including sufficient budgetary and other resources, expertise, procedures and other arrangements as well as a sufficient number of competent personnel at their disposal for the proper performance of their duties and shall confer on ithem the following powers:
Amendment 600 #
2018/0082(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 6 – paragraph 1 – point c
Article 6 – paragraph 1 – point c
(c) to take a decision granting the supplier interim relief to put an end to the forbidden commercial practice, establishing an infringement of the prohibitions laid down in Article 3 and require the buyer to terminate the prohibited trading practice, and to annul the relevant clauses or illegal contracts. The authority may abstain from taking any such decision, if such decision would risk revealing the identity of a complainant or disclosing any other information in respect of which the complainant considers disclosure harmful to his interests, provided that the complainant has identified that information in accordance with Article 5(3);
Amendment 608 #
2018/0082(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 6 – paragraph 1 – point d
Article 6 – paragraph 1 – point d
(d) to impose a pecuniary fine on the author of the infringement. The fine shall be effective, proportionate and dissuasive taking into account the nature, duration and gravity of the infringement; repeated infringements by the same operator shall be taken into account when determining the sanction to be applied;
Amendment 615 #
2018/0082(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 6 – paragraph 1 – point e
Article 6 – paragraph 1 – point e
(e) to publish systematically its decisions relating to points (c) and (d);
Amendment 629 #
2018/0082(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 7 – title
Article 7 – title
7 Cooperation between enforcement authoritiesUnion Enforcement Network
Amendment 630 #
2018/0082(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 7 – paragraph 1
Article 7 – paragraph 1
1. Member States shall ensure that enforcement authorities cooperate effectively with each other and provide each other mutual assistance in investigations that have a cross-border dimension1. A Union Enforcement Network (‘the Network’) is hereby established.
Amendment 633 #
2018/0082(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 7 – paragraph 2
Article 7 – paragraph 2
2. The enforcement authorities shall meet once per year to discuss the application of this Directivepurpose of the Network is to serve as a platform for structured cooperation between enforcement authorities onf the basis of the annual reports referred to in Article 9(1) and best practices in the area it covers. The Commission shall facilitate those meetingsMember States and the Commission and to streamline the practices of enforcement authorities within the Union.
Amendment 640 #
2018/0082(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 7 – paragraph 3
Article 7 – paragraph 3
Amendment 642 #
2018/0082(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 7 a (new)
Article 7 a (new)
Article 7a Composition of the Union Enforcement Network 1. The Network shall be composed of one representative from each enforcement authority referred to in Article 4, two representatives from the Commission and their respective alternates. 2. The Network shall meet at regular intervals and, where necessary, at the duly justified request of the Commission or a Member State. 3. The Network shall involve all relevant stakeholders in a discussion of the application of the directive, with a view to facilitating dialogue and exchange of good practices and promoting a common approach.
Amendment 645 #
2018/0082(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 7 b (new)
Article 7 b (new)
Article 7b Coordinated enforcement tasks 1. The Network shall have the following tasks: (a) to discuss the application of this Directive on the basis of the annual reports referred to in Article 9(1); (b) to facilitate the exchange of information on relevant topics including on the results of investigations referred to in Article 6(1)(a) and new cases of unfair trading practices; (c) to coordinate and facilitate the exchange information and best practices concerning Member States national legislation and experience of enforcement in a coordinated and systematic way in order to improve the common understanding on which specific types of business practice should be considered UTPs and to better address potential cross-border UTPs; (d) to examine any question as regards the application of this Directive and adopt guidelines and recommendations in order to encourage consistent application, including by creating a common methodology for defining and setting penalties; (e) to promote and facilitate collaboration with other relevant networks and groups, notably the Supply Chain Initiative. 2. The Commission shall have the following tasks: (a) to establish and manage a website that provides for the possibility of information exchange between the enforcement authorities and the Commission, in particular in relation to the annual meetings; (b) to facilitate the organisation of common training programmes and exchanges of personnel between enforcement authorities, and where appropriate, with the enforcement authorities of third countries; (c) to organise the meetings of the Network referred to in Article 7a(2); (d) to facilitate technical or scientific expertise for the purpose of implementing enforcement administrative cooperation.
Amendment 659 #
2018/0082(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 9 – paragraph 1
Article 9 – paragraph 1
1. By 15 March of each year, Member States shall send to the Commission a report on the implementation of the Directive focusing in particular on unfair trading practices in business-to-business relationships in the agricultural and food supply chain. That report shall contain, in particular, all relevant data on the application and enforcement of the rules under this Directive in the Member State concerned in the previous year. Member State authorities shall ensure dialogue with all relevant stakeholders, including consumers’ organisations, on the functioning of the supply chain in their territory and the effectiveness of their actions in meeting the objectives of this Directive.
Amendment 2 #
2017/2284(INI)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 1
Paragraph 1
1. Expresses its satisfaction withDeclares that the overall degree of progress shown by the Member States in implementing Directive 2009/128/EC is encouraging, despite great unevenness in the effectiveness of the National Plans and their implementation; urges the Commission to promote the harmonisation of risk indicators at EU level and to oblige the Member States to provide more comprehensive information in their National Action Plans, which must. These Plans must be based on an obligation in respect of results (with evaluations) and not only means, be coherent and include measurable and achievable goals and targets, and to collect more reliable data on the health impacts of exposure to pesticides, including public statistics on the traceability of occupational and non- occupational exposures to pesticides;
Amendment 24 #
2017/2284(INI)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 2
Paragraph 2
2. Notes that many Member States have changed their initial targets, focusing more on reducing the risks that pesticide use entails, rather than on actual reductions in the quantities used; regrets the fact that in many Member States there is no real commitment to integrated pest management (IPM) and thus developing a more environmentally-sustainable agriculture which is more human health- friendly with lower costs for farmers;
Amendment 37 #
2017/2284(INI)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 3
Paragraph 3
3. Recalls that pesticides are important tools for the agricultural sector, not least for reducing losses caused by pests, and therefore help stabilise farmers’ incomes so that they can produce safely and at affordable prices; highlights the fact that EFSA’s latest report on pesticide residues in food showed that 97.2 % of samples throughout Europe were within the legal limits of EU legislation, which bears witness to a very rigorous and safe food production system; recalls, however, that the agencies believe that users will follow handling recommendations or 'good practices', which is not always the case;
Amendment 60 #
2017/2284(INI)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 5
Paragraph 5
5. Highlights the need to focus on precision and digital agriculture and developing biocontrol methods, so as to prevent the dispersion of pesticides in areas where they are not needed; underlines the need for research into new low-risk substances as well as into plant protection methods based on the use of natural mechanisms, and into the equipment and technology that could render them more efficient and reduce the potential exposure of farmers, operators and the general public. Recalls the importance of mobilising the Horizon Europe programme to search for more environmentally friendly mechanical or chemical solutions;
Amendment 69 #
2017/2284(INI)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 5 – point 1 (new)
Paragraph 5 – point 1 (new)
(1) Stresses the need for Member States to introduce mandatory training schemes, which also involve small and micro-businesses;
Amendment 2 #
2017/0336(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
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The Committee on Agriculture and Rural Development calls on the Committee on Regional Development, as the committee responsible, to propose rejection of the Commission proposal