73 Amendments of Struan STEVENSON related to 2011/0380(COD)
Amendment 162 #
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 2
Recital 2
(2) The scope of the EMFF should cover the support of the CFP which extends to conservation, management and sustainable exploitation of marine biological resources, fresh water biological resources and- aquaculture, as well as to the processing and marketing of fishery and aquaculture products, where such activities take place on the territory of Member States, or in Union waters, including by fishing vessels flying the flag of, and registered in, third countries, or by Union fishing vessels, or by nationals of Member States, without prejudice to the primary responsibility of the flag State, bearing in mind the provisions of Article 117 of the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea.
Amendment 187 #
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 9
Recital 9
(9) It is paramount to better integrate environmental concerns into the CFP which should deliver on the objectives and targets of the Union's environmental policy and the Europe 2020 Strategy. The CFP is aimed at an exploitation of living marine biological resources that restores and maintains fish stocks at levels which can produce the maximum sustainable yield, not later than 2015. The CFP shall implement the precautionary and eco- system approaches to fisheries managemen by 2015 where possible and by 2020 at the latest. Consequently the EMFF should contribute to the protection of the marine environment as set out in the Directive 2008/56/EC of the European Parliament and the Council of 17 June 2008 establishing a framework for community action in the field of marine environmental policy (Marine Strategy Framework Directive).
Amendment 189 #
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 9
Recital 9
(9) It is paramount to better integrate environmental concerns into the CFP which should deliver on the objectives and targets of the Union's environmental policy and the Europe 2020 Strategy. The CFP is aimed at an sustainable exploitation of living marine biological resources that restores and maintains fish stocks at levels which can produce the maximum sustainable yield, not later than 2015. The CFP shall implement the precautionary andan eco- system-based approaches to fisheries and aquaculture management. Consequently the EMFF should contribute to the protection of the marine environment as set out in the Directive 2008/56/EC of the European Parliament and the Council of 17 June 2008 establishing a framework for community action in the field of marine environmental policy (Marine Strategy Framework Directive).
Amendment 201 #
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 17
Recital 17
(17) The consequences laid down for the failure to fulfil the eligibility conditions should apply in case of infringements of the CFP rules by the beneficiaries. In order to determine the amount of ineligible expenditure, the gravityseverity, extent, duration and re-occurrence of the non compliance by the beneficiary with CFP rules, the economic advantage derived from the non- compliance with CFP rules or the importance of the EMFF contribution to the economic activity of the beneficiary should be taken into account.
Amendment 219 #
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 31
Recital 31
(31) In order to increase the competitiveness and economic performance of fishing activities it is vital to stimulate innovation and entrepreneurship. Therefore the EMFF should support innovative operations and business development which add value to the industry and food production and offer adequate environmental protection. All such operations should be economically viable.
Amendment 257 #
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 36
Recital 36
(36) In order to address health and safety needs on board, the EMFF should support investments covering safety and hygiene on board provided that the investment will not lead to an increase in the fishing capacity of the vessel.
Amendment 263 #
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 37
Recital 37
(37) As a result of the establishment of voluntary systems of transferable fishing concessions envisaged in Article 27 of the [CFP Regulation] and in order to support Member States in the implementation of these new systems, the EMFF should grant support in terms of capacity building and exchange of best practices.
Amendment 275 #
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 38
Recital 38
(38) The introduction of the voluntary transferable fishing concessions systems should make the sector more competitive. Consequently, there may be a need for new professional opportunities outside the fishing activities. Therefore, the EMFF should support the diversification and job creation in fishing communities in particular by supporting business start-ups and the reassignment of vessels for maritime activities outside fishing activities of small scale coastal fishing vessels. This last operation seems to be appropriate as the small scale coastal fishing vessels are not covered by the transferable fishing concessions systems.
Amendment 287 #
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 39
Recital 39
(39) The objective of the Common Fisheries Policy is to ensure a sustainable exploitation of fish stocks. Overcapacity has been identified as a major driver for overfishing. It is therefore paramount to adapt the Union fishing fleet to the resources available. The removal of overcapacity through public aid such as temporary or permanent cessation and scrapping schemes has proven ineffective. The EMFF will therefore support the establishment and management of voluntary systems of transferable fishing concessions aiming at the reduction of overcapacity and increased economic performance and profitability of the operators concerned.
Amendment 299 #
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 40
Recital 40
(40) With overcapacity being one of the key drivers of overfishing, measures need to be taken to adapt the Union fishing fleet to the resources available; in this context, the EMFF should support the establishment, modification and management of the voluntary systems of transferable fishing concessions introduced by the CFP as management tools for reducing overcapacity.
Amendment 320 #
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 43
Recital 43
(43) In line with the discard ban introduced by the CFP, the EMFF should support investments on board aiming at make the best use of unwanted fish caught and valorise underused components of the fish caught. Considering the scarcity of the resources, in order to maximise the value of the fish caught, the EMFF should also support investments on board aiming at adding commercial value to fish caught. This support for investments shall be conditional upon the use of more selective gear to minimise unwanted catch.
Amendment 339 #
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 47
Recital 47
(47) Aquaculture contributes to growth and jobs in coastal and rural regions. Therefore, it is crucial that the EMFF is accessible to aquaculture enterprises, in particular SMEs and contributes to bringing new aquaculture farmers into the business. In order to increa. The EMFF shall encourage the entry of new aquaculture enterprises the competitiveness and economic performance of aquaculture activities it is vital to stimulate innovation and entrepreneurship. Therefore the EMFF should support innovative operations and business development, in particular non-food and off-shore aquacultureat are innovative, add value to the industry and food production and those enterprises that offer adequate environmental protection.
Amendment 361 #
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 51
Recital 51
(51) Investment in human capital is also vital to increase the competitiveness and economic performance of aquaculture activities. Therefore, the EMFF should support lifelong learning and networking stimulating the dissemination of knowledge as well as advisory services helping to minimise the environmental impact of aquaculture and to improve the overall performance and competitiveness of operators.
Amendment 371 #
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 54
Recital 54
Amendment 388 #
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 61
Recital 61
(61) In order to ensure the viability of fisheries and aquaculture in a highly competitive market, it is necessary to lay down provisions granting support for the implementation of the [Regulation (EU) No on the common organisation of the markets in fishery and aquaculture products] as well as for marketing and processing activities carried by operators to maximise the value of fisheries and aquaculture products. Particular attention should be paid to the promotion of operations which integrate producing, processing and marketing activities of the supply chain. In order to adapt to the new discard ban policy, the EMFF should also support the processing of unwanted catches as a complementary measure to the requirement to use more selective gear to minimise unwanted catch.
Amendment 414 #
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 69
Recital 69
(69) It is paramount that Member States and operators are equipped in such a way that controls can be carried out regularly and to a high standard and therefore ensure compliance with the rules of the Common Fisheries Policy while providing for the sustainable exploitation of living aquatic resources; the EMFF should therefore support Member States and operators in conformity with Council Regulation (EC) No 1224/2009. By creating a culture of compliance, this support should contribute to sustainable growth.
Amendment 485 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 3 – paragraph 2 – point 6 a (new)
Article 3 – paragraph 2 – point 6 a (new)
(6a) 'fishing capacity' means the ability of a vessel to catch fish. Indicators that can be used to quantify fishing capacity are vessel characteristics, including a vessel's tonnage in GT (Gross Tonnage) and its power in kW (Kilowatt) as defined in Articles 4 and 5 of Council Regulation (EEC) No 2930/8635, the fishing gear and fishing technique it employs and the number of days spent fishing;
Amendment 531 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 5 – paragraph 1 – point a
Article 5 – paragraph 1 – point a
(a) promoting sustainable and competitive fisheries and aquaculturfisheries and aquaculture which are competitive, economically viable and socially and environmentally sustainable;
Amendment 555 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 5 – paragraph 1 – point d
Article 5 – paragraph 1 – point d
(d) fostersupporting the implementation of the CFP and the Common Organisation of the Markets in Fisheries and Aquaculture products.
Amendment 568 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 6 – paragraph 1 – introductory part
Article 6 – paragraph 1 – introductory part
The achievement of the objectives of the EMFF shall contribute to the implementation of the Common Fisheries Policy and to the Europe 2020 strategy for smart, sustainable and inclusive growth. It shall be pursued through the following six Union priorities, which translate the relevant Thematic Objectives of the Common Strategic Framework (hereinafter CSF):
Amendment 641 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 6 – paragraph 1 – point 3 – introductory part
Article 6 – paragraph 1 – point 3 – introductory part
(3) Fostering sustainable, innovative, competitive and knowledge based aquaculture through the focus on the following areas:
Amendment 657 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 6 – paragraph 1 – point 4 – point a
Article 6 – paragraph 1 – point 4 – point a
(a) reduction ofminimising the impact of fisheries on the marine environment;
Amendment 671 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 6 – paragraph 1 – point 4 – point b a (new)
Article 6 – paragraph 1 – point 4 – point b a (new)
(ba) reduction of bycatch levels;
Amendment 694 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 6 – paragraph 1 – point 6 – point b
Article 6 – paragraph 1 – point 6 – point b
(b) the support to monitoring, control and enforcement, enhancing institutional capacity and an efficient public administration.
Amendment 703 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 6 – paragraph 1 – point 6 a (new)
Article 6 – paragraph 1 – point 6 a (new)
(6a) Improve the business environment for a strong and sustainable processing industry, and support the development of an innovative industrial base, able to compete globally and create jobs in the EU.
Amendment 744 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 12 – paragraph 3 – point a
Article 12 – paragraph 3 – point a
(a) the identification of the period of time referred to in paragraphs 1 and 2 which shall be proportionate to the seriousness or to the repetitionverity, extent, duration and re-occurrence of the infringement or non-compliance;
Amendment 775 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 13 – paragraph 1 – point b b (new)
Article 13 – paragraph 1 – point b b (new)
(bb) investments on board for vessels belonging to a fleet segment for which the capacity report, referred to in article 34.1 of the [Regulation on Common Fisheries Policy], has not demonstrated that there is a sustainable balance between fishing opportunities and fleet capacity.
Amendment 808 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 15 – paragraph 2
Article 15 – paragraph 2
2. EUR 4 535 000 000 of the resources referred to in paragraph (1) shall be allocated to the sustainable development of fisheries, aquaculture and fisheries areas under Chapters I, II and III and IV of Title V.
Amendment 847 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 16 – paragraph 1 a (new)
Article 16 – paragraph 1 a (new)
The budgetary resources allocated to the Integrated Maritime Policy shall not exceed 4% of the total budget for the EMFF.
Amendment 885 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 19 – paragraph 1 – point d a (new)
Article 19 – paragraph 1 – point d a (new)
(da) where applicable, consistency of the measures under Union priorities for the EMFF with the Natura 2000 prioritised action frameworks and the achievement of Good Environmental Status by 2020 as defined under the Marine Strategy Framework Directive
Amendment 925 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 20 – paragraph 1 – point n a (new)
Article 20 – paragraph 1 – point n a (new)
(n a) targets to achieve a balance between fishing capacity and available fishing opportunities referred to in article 34.1 of the [Regulation on Common Fisheries Policy] .
Amendment 926 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 20 – paragraph 1 – point o – introductory part
Article 20 – paragraph 1 – point o – introductory part
(o) For the objective of collection of data for sustainable fisheries management referred in under Articles 6(6) and 18(4) and in accordance with the multiannual Union programme referred to in Article 37(5) of the [Regulation on Common Fisheries Policy] and for the analysis of the economic situation of the processing industry:
Amendment 929 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 20 – paragraph 1 – point o – point i – introductory part
Article 20 – paragraph 1 – point o – point i – introductory part
(i) a description of activities of data collection to be carried out in consultation with stakeholders to allow the following:
Amendment 940 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 20 – paragraph 1 – point o – point i – indent 3
Article 20 – paragraph 1 – point o – point i – indent 3
– an evaluation of the effects of the fishing and aquaculture sectors on the ecosystem.
Amendment 992 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 28 – paragraph 1
Article 28 – paragraph 1
1. In order to stimulate innovation in fisheries, the EMFF may support projects aiming at developing or introducing new or substantially improved products compared to the state of art, new or improved processes, new or improved management and organisation systems, processes and management and organisation systems, particularly those promoting ecologically sustainable fishing.
Amendment 1001 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 28 – paragraph 3 a (new)
Article 28 – paragraph 3 a (new)
3 a. The application procedure for innovation support shall be made more accessible to encourage more projects
Amendment 1012 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 29 – paragraph 1 – point b a (new)
Article 29 – paragraph 1 – point b a (new)
(b a) the provision of professional advice on environmental sustainability
Amendment 1039 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 30 – paragraph 2
Article 30 – paragraph 2
2. Activities referred to in paragraph 1(b) may cover data collection activities, studies, pilot projects, dissemination of knowledge and best practices.
Amendment 1169 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 33 – paragraph 1
Article 33 – paragraph 1
1. In order to improve working conditions on board for fishermen the EMFF may support investments on board or in individual equipments providing that these investments go beyond standards required under national or Union law and do not increase the capacity of the fishing vessel.
Amendment 1207 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 34 – title
Article 34 – title
Support to voluntary systems of transferable fishing concessions of the CFP
Amendment 1214 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 34 – paragraph 1 – introductory part
Article 34 – paragraph 1 – introductory part
1. In order to establish or modify voluntary systems of transferable fishing concessions under Article 27 of the [Regulation on the CFP], the EMFF may support:
Amendment 1262 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 35 – paragraph 1 – point b
Article 35 – paragraph 1 – point b
(b) stakeholder participation and cooperation between Member States in designing and implementing conservation measures in the meaning of Articles 17 and 21 of the [Regulation on Common Fisheries Policy]
Amendment 1276 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 36 – paragraph 1 – introductory part
Article 36 – paragraph 1 – introductory part
1. In order to reduce the impact of fishing on the marine environment, foster the elimination of discards and facilitate the transition to the exploitation of living marine biological resources that levels capable of restoresing and maintainsing populations of harvested species above levels which can produce the MSY, the EMFF may support research and investments in equipment aimed at:
Amendment 1332 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 38 – paragraph 1 – point a
Article 38 – paragraph 1 – point a
(a) collection of waste from the sea by fishermen, such as the removal of lost fishing gears and marine litter;
Amendment 1360 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 38 – paragraph 1 – point f a (new)
Article 38 – paragraph 1 – point f a (new)
(f a) relevant training to enable fishermen to participate in the operations listed in points (a) - (f);
Amendment 1398 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 39 – paragraph 2
Article 39 – paragraph 2
2. Support shall notfor investments referred to in paragraph 1(a) may contribute to the replacement or modernisation of main or ancillary engines provided that this does not contribute to overcapacity. Support shall only be granted to owners of fishing vessels under 12m in length and not more than once during the programming period for the same fishing vesselfor the same type of equipment.
Amendment 1429 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 40 – paragraph 2 a (new)
Article 40 – paragraph 2 a (new)
2 a. Support under this Article shall be conditional upon the use of more selective gears to minimise unwanted catch.
Amendment 1529 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 44 – paragraph 1 a (new)
Article 44 – paragraph 1 a (new)
1 a. Support under this Chapter shall only be granted where it has been clearly demonstrated through an independent marketing report that good sustainable market prospects exist for the product. The enterprises created should be economically viable and not contribute to overproduction in the sector.
Amendment 1692 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 51 – paragraph 1
Article 51 – paragraph 1
1. In order to foster entrepreneurship in aquaculture, the EMFF may support the setting up of aquaculture enterprises by new starting farmers that are innovative, add value to the industry and food production and those enterprises that offer adequate environmental protection.
Amendment 1703 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 51 – paragraph 2 – point c
Article 51 – paragraph 2 – point c
(c) submit a credible business plan for the development of their aquaculture activities.
Amendment 1779 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 57
Article 57
Amendment 1818 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 59 – paragraph 1
Article 59 – paragraph 1
Financial support under this Chapter shall contribute to the achievement of the Union priorities identified in Article 6(1, 2 and 3).
Amendment 1889 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 68 – paragraph 1
Article 68 – paragraph 1
Support under this Chapter shall contribute to achieve the specific objectives of Chapter I and Chapter II of this Title.:
Amendment 1897 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 68 – paragraph 1 - point a (new)
Article 68 – paragraph 1 - point a (new)
(a) achieving the specific objectives of Chapter I and Chapter II of this Title.
Amendment 1899 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 68 – paragraph 1 - point b (new)
Article 68 – paragraph 1 - point b (new)
(b) Improving the competitiveness of the processing industry
Amendment 1901 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 68 – paragraph 1 - point c (new)
Article 68 – paragraph 1 - point c (new)
(c) Improving food safety and quality of the products.
Amendment 1903 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 68 – paragraph 1 - point d (new)
Article 68 – paragraph 1 - point d (new)
(d) Reducing the negative impact on the environment and increasing energy efficiency.
Amendment 1905 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 68 – paragraph 1 - point e (new)
Article 68 – paragraph 1 - point e (new)
(e) A better use of minor species, by- products and waste.
Amendment 1907 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 68 – paragraph 1 - point f (new)
Article 68 – paragraph 1 - point f (new)
(f) Development, production and marketing of new products and the use of new technologies and innovative production methods.
Amendment 1909 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 68 – paragraph 1 - point g (new)
Article 68 – paragraph 1 - point g (new)
(g) Opening and developing new markets.
Amendment 1910 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 68 – paragraph 1 - point h (new)
Article 68 – paragraph 1 - point h (new)
(h) Improving working conditions and training of workers.
Amendment 1948 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 71 – paragraph 1 – point a – point i
Article 71 – paragraph 1 – point a – point i
(i) surplus or underexploited species;
Amendment 1979 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 71 – paragraph 1 – point e
Article 71 – paragraph 1 – point e
(e) creating producers' organisations, associations of producer organisations or inter-branch organisations recognised under Chapter II, Section III of Regulation [on the Common Organisation of the markets in fisheries and aquaculture products]; and contribute to their internal functioning in order for them to play a more meaningful role in the day to day management of fisheries.
Amendment 2022 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 72 – paragraph 1 – point d a (new)
Article 72 – paragraph 1 – point d a (new)
(d a) improving food safety and quality characteristics of the products
Amendment 2028 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 72 – paragraph 1 – point d b (new)
Article 72 – paragraph 1 – point d b (new)
(d b) development or marketing of new or substantially improved products, processes or management systems with respect to the most advanced existing techniques.
Amendment 2033 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 72 – paragraph 1 – point 4 d c (new)
Article 72 – paragraph 1 – point 4 d c (new)
(d c) improving working conditions and worker training in processes, management systems and innovative organization.
Amendment 2036 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 72 – paragraph 1 – point d d (new)
Article 72 – paragraph 1 – point d d (new)
(d d) improving the competitiveness of the existing structures.
Amendment 2098 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 79 – paragraph 2 – point a
Article 79 – paragraph 2 – point a
(a) the collection, management and use of data for the purpose of scientific analysis and CFP implementation;
Amendment 2176 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 84 – paragraph 1 – point e
Article 84 – paragraph 1 – point e
(e) market intelligence; including the establishment of electronic markets
Amendment 2185 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 85 – paragraph 2 – point e a (new)
Article 85 – paragraph 2 – point e a (new)
(ea) the establishment of electronic markets better to coordinate information between market operators and processors.
Amendment 2197 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 89 – paragraph 1
Article 89 – paragraph 1
The EMFF may support the development and dissemination of market intelligence for fishery and aquaculture products by the Commission in accordance with Article 49 of [Regulation (EU) No on the common organisation of the markets in fishery and aquaculture products]. , including establishing electronic markets better to coordinate information between market operators and processors;
Amendment 2347 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 117 – paragraph 3
Article 117 – paragraph 3
3. For the cases of financial corrections applied on expenditure directly linked to the non-compliance with Article 105, the Member States shall decide the amount of a correction taking into account the gravityseverity, extent, duration and re- occurrence of the non compliance by the beneficiary with CFP rules, the economic advantage derived from the non- compliance with CFP rules or the importance of the EMFF contribution to the economic activity of the beneficiary.
Amendment 2352 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 119 – paragraph 1 – point a a (new)
Article 119 – paragraph 1 – point a a (new)
(aa) where Member States failed to fulfil their obligations to collect and transmit data and/or their obligation to achieve a balance between fleet capacity and fishing opportunities as referred to in article 34.1 of the [Regulation on Common Fisheries Policy].