Activities of Alajos MÉSZÁROS
Plenary speeches (232)
Consumer product safety - Market surveillance of products - Protection of consumers in utilities services (debate)
Alternative fuels infrastructure (A7-0444/2013 - Carlo Fidanza)
MFF negotiations 2014-2020: lessons to be learned and the way forward (A7-0254/2014 - Jean-Luc Dehaene, Ivailo Kalfin)
European single market for electronic communications - Measures to reduce the cost of deploying high-speed electronic communications networks - Electronic identification and trust services for electronic transactions in the internal market (debate)
Freedom of movement for workers (A7-0386/2013 - Edit Bauer)
Equality between women and men in 2012 (A7-0073/2014 - Inês Cristina Zuber)
Fluorinated greenhouse gases (debate)
Common European sales law (debate)
Fundamental rights in the European Union (2012) (debate)
Deployment of the eCall in-vehicle system - Deployment of the interoperable EU-wide eCall (debate)
Third programme for the Union's action if the field of health (2014-2020) (debate)
Investment projects in energy infrastructure (A7-0323/2013 - Adina-Ioana Vălean)
Small agricultural holdings (A7-0029/2014 - Czesław Adam Siekierski)
A 2030 framework for climate and energy policies (debate)
Promoting free movement by simplifying the acceptance of certain public documents (debate)
29th annual report on monitoring the application of EU law (2011) - EU regulatory fitness and subsidiarity and proportionality - better lawmaking (debate)
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EU citizenship for sale (RCB7-0015/2014, B7-0015/2014, B7-0017/2014, B7-0028/2014, B7-0029/2014, B7-0030/2014, B7-0031/2014)
2013 progress report on Serbia - European integration process of Kosovo (debate)
Award of concession contracts - Public procurement - Procurement by entities operating in the water, energy, transport and postal services sectors (debate)
Honey (debate)
Reindustrialising Europe to promote competitiveness and sustainability (debate)
Rights and Citizenship Programme 2014-2020 - Justice Programme 2014-2020 (debate)
Volunteering and voluntary activity in Europe (A7-0348/2013 - Marco Scurria)
Gender aspects of the European framework of national Roma inclusion strategies - Progress made in the implementation of national Roma integration strategies (debate)
European grouping of territorial cooperation (A7-0309/2013 - Joachim Zeller)
Financing, management and monitoring of the CAP (A7-0363/2013 - Giovanni La Via)
Horizon 2020 - framework programme for research and innovation (2014-2020) - Rules for the participation and dissemination in Horizon 2020 - Specific programme implementing Horizon 2020 - Strategic innovation agenda of the European Institute of Innovation and Technology - European Institute of Innovation and Technology (debate)
Competitiveness of enterprises and small and medium-sized enterprises (2014 - 2020) - Entrepreneurship 2020 action plan - Reigniting the entrepreneurial spirit in Europe (debate)
Common provisions on European funds - European Social Fund - European Regional Development Fund and the 'investment for growth and jobs' goal - European Regional Development Fund and the 'European territorial cooperation' goal - Cohesion Fund - European grouping of territorial cooperation (debate)
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Electronic communications - Recent proposals to complete the digital single market (debate)
EU pre-accession funds: judicial systems and the fight against corruption (A7-0318/2013 - Monica Luisa Macovei)
Organised crime, corruption, and money laundering (debate)
e-justice Action Plan 2014-2018 (debate)
Portable batteries and accumulators containing cadmium (debate)
Recognition of professional qualifications and administrative cooperation through the Internal Market Information System (A7-0038/2013 - Bernadette Vergnaud)
Manufacture, presentation and sale of tobacco and related products (debate)
Budgetary constraints for regional and local authorities regarding the EU's Structural Funds (A7-0269/2013 - Erminia Mazzoni)
Endangered European languages and linguistic diversity (A7-0239/2013 - François Alfonsi)
Tackling youth unemployment: possible ways out (A7-0275/2013 - Joanna Katarzyna Skrzydlewska)
Making the internal energy market work - Micro-generation (debate)
Impact of the crisis on access to care for vulnerable groups (A7-0221/2013 - Jean Lambert)
Vienna Convention on Civil Liability for Nuclear Damage (A7-0198/2013 - Alajos Mészáros) (vote)
Staff Regulations of officials and Conditions of employment of other servants of the EU (A7-0156/2012 - Dagmar Roth-Behrendt)
Registration documents for vehicles (A7-0199/2013 - Vilja Savisaar-Toomast)
Situation of fundamental rights: standards and practices in Hungary (debate)
Food intended for infants and young children and food for special medical purposes (debate)
Educational and occupational mobility of women (A7-0164/2013 - Licia Ronzulli)
Evaluation mechanism to verify application of the Schengen acquis - Temporary reintroduction of border control at internal borders (debate)
Organised crime, corruption and money laundering (debate)
Renewable energy in the European internal energy market (A7-0135/2013 - Herbert Reul)
Offshore oil and gas prospection, exploration and production activities (debate)
European statistics on demography (A7-0050/2013 - Csaba Sógor)
Scheme for greenhouse gas emission allowance trading (A7-0060/2013 - Peter Liese)
Advancing development through trade (A7-0054/2013 - Alf Svensson)
Timing of auctions of greenhouse gas allowances (debate)
Financing of EU cooperation for African, Caribbean and Pacific States and overseas countries and territories for 2014-2020 (A7-0049/2013 - Patrice Tirolien)
Energy roadmap 2050 (A7-0035/2013 - Niki Tzavela)
Strengthening the fight against racism, xenophobia and hate crime (debate)
Impact of the economic crisis on gender equality and women's rights (A7-0048/2013 - Elisabeth Morin-Chartier)
Risk and safety assessments of nuclear power plants in the European Union ("stress tests") (debate)
Sound level of motor vehicles (A7-0435/2012 - Miroslav Ouzký)
External Borders Fund (A7-0433/2012 - Nils Torvalds)
Improving access to finance for SMEs (debate)
Recovery of European industry in the light of current difficulties (debate)
One-minute speeches (Rule 150)
Urban redevelopment as contribution to economic growth - Role of territorial development in cohesion policy - European Union Solidarity Fund, implementation and application - Role of EU cohesion policy in implementing the new European energy policy (debate)
Creation of unitary patent protection - Unitary patent protection - Jurisdictional system for patent disputes (debate)
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Fundamental rights in the European Union (2010 - 2011) (debate)
Completing the digital single market (short presentation)
Financing SME trade and investment (short presentation)
Elections to the European Parliament in 2014 (debate)
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Environmental impacts of shale gas and shale oil extraction activities - Industrial, energy and other aspects of shale gas and oil (debate)
Single Market Act II - Concerns of European citizens and business with the functioning of the Single Market (debate)
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EU strategy for the Danube region (debate)
One-minute speeches on matters of political importance
European Year of Citizens (2013) (debate)
SMEs: competitiveness and business opportunities (short presentation)
Permitted uses of orphan works (debate)
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Intergovernmental agreements between Member States and third countries in the field of energy (debate)
Energy efficiency (debate)
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Outcome of the Rio+20 Summit (20-22 June 2012) (debate)
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Anti-Counterfeiting Trade Agreement between the EU and its Member States, Australia, Canada, Japan, the Republic of Korea, Mexico, Morocco, New Zealand, Singapore, Switzerland and the USA (debate)
Major-accident hazards involving dangerous substances (debate)
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One-minute speeches on matters of political importance
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Common system for taxing financial transactions (continuation of debate)
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Future of Europe (debate)
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Modernising Europe's higher education systems (short presentation)
EU citizenship report 2010 (debate)
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Competitive low-carbon economy in 2050 (debate)
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Succession and the European Certificate of Succession (debate)
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Office for Harmonisation in the Internal Market (Trade Marks and Designs) and protection of intellectual property rights (debate)
EU development cooperation in support of the objective of universal energy access by 2030 (short presentation)
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Recent political developments in Hungary (debate)
Intelligent Energy Europe programme (debate)
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Revision of the multiannual financial framework to address additional financing needs of the ITER project (debate)
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One-minute speeches (Rule 150)
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Framework Programme of the European Atomic Energy Community for nuclear research and training activities (debate)
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Consumer policy (short presentation)
Honeybee health and beekeeping (short presentation)
State aid rules on services of general economic interest (short presentation)
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Agenda for new skills and jobs (debate)
Promoting worker mobility (short presentation)
Alternative dispute resolution in civil, commercial and family matters (short presentation)
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Preparation for the European Council meeting (23 October 2011) (debate)
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Rio+20 earth summit (debate)
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Tourism in Europe (debate)
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Safety of offshore oil and gas activities (short presentation)
Women entrepreneurship in small and medium-sized enterprises (short presentation)
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Energy infrastructure priorities for 2020 and beyond (short presentation)
Spent fuel and radioactive waste (debate)
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Cooperation in vocational education and training to support the Europe 2020 strategy (short presentation)
Report: Zver - Youth on the Move: – a framework for improving Europe's education and training systems - Report: Honeyball - Early years learning - Report: Schaake - Cultural dimensions of EU external actions - Report: Sanchez-Schmid - Unlocking the potential of cultural and creative industries - Sarajevo as a European Capital of Culture in 2014 (debate)
Report: Zver - Youth on the Move: – a framework for improving Europe's education and training systems - Report: Honeyball - Early years learning - Report: Schaake - Cultural dimensions of EU external actions - Report: Sanchez-Schmid - Unlocking the potential of cultural and creative industries - Sarajevo as a European Capital of Culture in 2014 (debate)
Governance and partnership in the Single Market - Single market for Europeans - Single market for enterprises and growth - Public procurement (continuation of debate)
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Situation in Japan, including the nuclear power plant alerts (debate)
Consumer rights (debate)
Implementation of the Fuel Quality Directive (debate)
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Industrial policy for the globalised era (debate)
Agriculture and international trade (short presentation)
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Media law in Hungary (debate)
Adequate, sustainable and safe European pension systems (debate)
Implementation of the EU strategy for the Danube region (debate)
Waste electrical and electronic equipment (debate)
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Report on competition policy 2009 (debate)
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Patients’ rights in cross-border healthcare (debate)
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Participation of Switzerland in the ‘Youth in Action’ programme and in the action programme in the field of lifelong learning (debate)
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Fundamental rights in the European Union (2009) - Effective implementation after the entry into force of the Treaty of Lisbon (debate)
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Energy Efficiency Action Plan (debate)
A new Energy Strategy for Europe 2011 - 2020 (debate)
Preparations for Cancún Climate Change Conference (29 November-10 December) (debate)
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Information on medicinal products (Community code relating to medicinal products) - Information on medicinal products (Community procedures for the authorisation and supervision of medicinal products) (debate)
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Single Market Act (debate)
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Preparations for the European Council meeting (28-29 October) - Preparations for the G20 summit (11-12 November) - Financial, economic and social crisis: recommendations concerning the measures and initiatives to be taken - Improving economic governance and stability framework in the EU, in particular, in the euro zone (debate)
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EU action on oil exploration and extraction in Europe (debate)
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Security of gas supply (debate)
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EU legislation aiming at the conservation of biodiversity (debate)
Better lawmaking
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Agreement between the EU and the USA on the processing and transfer of financial messaging data from the EU to the USA for purposes of the Terrorist Finance Tracking Program (debate)
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Intelligent Transport Systems in the field of road transport and interfaces with other transport modes (debate)
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Mandate for the trilogue on the 2011 Draft Budget (debate)
Mandate for the trilogue on the 2011 Draft Budget (debate)
One-minute speeches on matters of political importance
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Outcome of the summit of 7 May 2010 and the ECOFIN meeting - What is the political relevance of the EU 2020 strategy in the context of the current financial and economic crisis? - Consequences of the financial and economic crisis on the EU 2020 strategy and its governance - What is the relevance of the EU 2020 strategy in the framework of the current financial and economic crisis? (debate)
Energy performance of buildings (recast) (debate)
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Ban on use of cyanide mining technologies (debate)
ECB annual report for 2008 - Report on the 2009 Annual Statement on the Euro Area and Public Finances (debate)
Investing in Low Carbon Technologies (debate)
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One-minute speeches on matters of political importance
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Human Rights violations in China, notably the case of Liu Xiaobo
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Use of minority languages within the framework of the European cultural heritage (debate)
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Reports (1)
RECOMMENDATION on the draft Council decision authorising certain Member States to ratify, or to accede to, the Protocol amending the Vienna Convention on Civil Liability for Nuclear Damage of 21 May 1963, in the interest of the European Union, and to make a declaration on the application of the relevant internal rules of Union law PDF (135 KB) DOC (61 KB)
Shadow reports (2)
REPORT on the proposal for a regulation of the European Parliament and of the Council on promoting the free movement of citizens and businesses by simplifying the acceptance of certain public documents in the European Union and amending Regulation (EU) No 1024/2012 PDF (597 KB) DOC (1 MB)
REPORT on the proposal for a regulation of the European Parliament and of the Council on entrusting the Office for Harmonisation in the Internal Market (Trade Marks and Designs) with certain tasks related to the protection of intellectual property rights, including the assembling of public and private sector representatives as a European Observatory on Counterfeiting and Piracy PDF (416 KB) DOC (651 KB)
Opinions (5)
OPINION on the proposal for a regulation of the European Parliament and of the Council on electronic identification and trust services for electronic transactions in the internal market
OPINION on the proposal for a regulation of the European Parliament and of the Council amending Regulation (EC) No 294/2008 establishing the European Institute of Innovation and Technology
OPINION on the proposal for a decision of the European Parliament and of the Council on the Strategic Innovation Agenda of the European Institute of Innovation and Technology (EIT): the contribution of the EIT to a more innovative Europe
OPINION on the proposal for a regulation of the European Parliament and of the Council implementing enhanced cooperation in the area of the creation of unitary patent protection
OPINION on jurisdictional system for patent disputes
Shadow opinions (2)
OPINION on the proposal for a regulation of the European Parliament and of the Council on safety of offshore oil and gas prospection, exploration and production activities
OPINION on the proposal for a directive of the European Parliament and of the Council on control of major-accident hazards involving dangerous substances
Amendments (202)
Amendment 87 #
2013/2177(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 8
Paragraph 8
8. Notes that there is a significant gap with an increasing trend in industrial energy prices between the EU and its main competitors; recognises that energy prices are important cost drivers for the steel industry and other energy-intensive industries; believes that the efficient functioning of the single energy market is a necessary precondition if the steel industry is to be supplied by secure and sustainable energy at affordable prices; highlights that missing cross-border links shall be completed and the existing legislation needs to be fully implemented in order to reap the benefits of a single European energy market;
Amendment 119 #
2013/2177(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 13
Paragraph 13
13. SAcknowledges the important role of primary steelmaking in the EU in the light of the increasing global steel production and for the production of specific qualities needed in several European value chains; stresses that producing steel from scrap reduces energy inputs by 75 % and raw material inputs by 80 %; urges the Commission to ensure the efficient operation of the European steel scrap market; encourages the maximal usefurther development of scrap recycling by the maximal collection and better quality of scrap as a way to ensure access to raw materials, mitigate energy dependency, decrease emissions, and work towards a circular economy; supports the Commission’s initiative of inspecting and controlling waste shipments to avoid illegal exports of scrap;
Amendment 131 #
2013/2177(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 15
Paragraph 15
15. Calls on the Commission to carry out the next review of the carbon leakage list using an open and transparent methodology, taking into consideration the mitigation enabler role of steel and the indirect impact of electricity prices on competition; urges the Commission to ensure that carbon leakage provisions remain effective by keeping the steel industry on the leakage list and the most efficient installations receive all the allowances they need;
Amendment 165 #
2013/2177(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 23
Paragraph 23
23. Notes that the widespread dissemination of breakthrough technologies is essential for compliance with the CO2 reduction pathway envisaged in the 2050 Roadmap; welcomes the objective of the ULCOS programme, namely to identify and develop innovative ultra-low carbon steelmaking technologies, other programmes to develop new steel grades and to enhance the sustainability of processes and products;
Amendment 275 #
2013/2005(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 17
Paragraph 17
17. Stresses that harmonisation of renewable- and efficiency-related incentives and of auxiliary energy costpricing methodologies across all Member States – or at least greater compatibility in this regard – is essential for a well-functioning internal energy market, at both the wholesale and retail level, and for creating favourable conditions for the long-term development of the low-emission energy sector;
Amendment 293 #
2013/2005(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 19 a (new)
Paragraph 19 a (new)
19a. Urges Member States to provide national regulatory authorities with powers and resources needed to exercise their duties such as to deal with customer complaint handling effectively; asks the Commission to come up with recommendations on how the supervisory power of the regulatory authorities could be improved;
Amendment 300 #
2013/2005(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 20 a (new)
Paragraph 20 a (new)
20a. Notes that any blackouts so far have been the result of operational failure, not a shortage of adequate capacities; acknowledges that due to the economic recession, high natural gas prices and the increasing share of intermittent renewable electricity production, investors in the European Union face a considerable uncertainty when developing flexible electricity generation capacities; calls on the Commission to conduct a comprehensive assessment on generation adequacy based on a harmonized methodology and provide guidance how to enhance flexibility and maintain supply security.
Amendment 309 #
2013/2005(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 21
Paragraph 21
21. Urges the Commission and the Member States to coordinate infrastructure projects in a better way, thereby ensuring the highest utilization of assets, full EU- wide system connectivity and cost- effectiveness; encourages, to that end, the Commission and the Member States to ensure rapid assessment, selection and implementation of projects of common European interest, especially with regard to electricity and gas trans-border interconnectors, liquefied natural gas and storage infrastructure, which are vital for a well-integrated and well-functioning energy market;
Amendment 310 #
2013/2005(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 21
Paragraph 21
21. Urges the Commission and the Member States to coordinate infrastructure projects in a better way, thereby ensuring full EU- wide system connectivity and cost- effectiveness; encourages, to that end, the Commission and the Member States to ensure rapid assessment, selection, accelerated permitting and implementation of projects of common European interest, especially with regard to electricity and gas trans-border interconnectors, liquefied natural gas and storage infrastructure, which are vital for a well-integrated and well-functioning energy market;
Amendment 323 #
2013/2005(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 22
Paragraph 22
22. Calls on the Member States to refrain fromNotes that the internal energy market is not yet operating effectively and average wholesale prices vary widely between Member States; encourages Member States to consider the phasing- out of regulatinged energy retail prices at national level the through public or cross- subsidies, as such measures seriously threaten future investments in infrastructuoon as the internal energy market is fully functioning and national prices converge more;
Amendment 345 #
2013/2005(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 25
Paragraph 25
25. Strongly supports the regulatory measures taken by EUACER and national regulatory authorities to encourage, improve and simplify the cross-border energy trade and to bridge the gap between energy systems in diffimprove transparency of cross-border energy trading by monitoring wholesale transactions and identifying insider trading practices and attempts to manipulate the market; emphasises the need for appropriate number of staff with necessary qualifications, experient Member Statce and expertise in ACER and national authorities to carry out these activities;
Amendment 367 #
2013/2005(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 28
Paragraph 28
28. Calls on the Commission to use its foreign policy instruments to promote the rules and standards of the internal energy market in relation to third countries and, especially, within the EU's neighbourhood; urges the Commission to resolve, in bilateral dialogues with relevant third countries, the issue of clear rules of congestion management on cross-border gas connections and third party access of transmission networks; strongly supports the Commission to take measures to prevent anti-competitive practices of third-country companies which may lead to restriction of competition, higher prices or deterioration of security of energy supply; calls on the Commission to ensure, in its relations with external partners, that EU companies are able to compete on equal footing globally;
Amendment 379 #
2013/2005(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 29
Paragraph 29
29. Calls on the Commission, the Member States and the relevant stakeholders to improve the transparency, quality and availability of the information offered to consumers, to provide them with clear and transparent billing methods and to establish price comparison tools allowing them to make best-informed choices, as well as to set up easy-to-use mechanisms for disputes with supplier; urges Member States to implement the measures introduced by the Directive on Alternative Dispute Resolution and the Regulation on Online Dispute Resolution for consumer disputes; welcomes the proposal of the Commission to establish an information platform on consumer rights;
Amendment 441 #
2013/2005(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 36
Paragraph 36
36. Calls on the Commission and the Member States to propose incentives to unlock the untapped possibilities of micro-generation and to pay attention to the need to further develop cogeneration as the most efficient way of production of electrical energy and heat, and to base this option on the wide implementation of district heating as well as district cooling;
Amendment 50 #
2013/0119(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 6
Recital 6
(6) The aim of this Regulation is not to change the substantive law of the Member States relating to birth, death, name, marriage, registered partnership, parenthood, adoption, residence, citizenship or nationality, real estate, legal status of a company or other undertaking, intellectual property rights or absence of a criminal recordvarious legal facts and the legal status of natural or legal persons.
Amendment 56 #
2013/0119(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 9
Recital 9
(9) Appropriate safeguards for the prevention of fraud and forgery of public documents circulating between the Member States should be established in order to ensure legal certainty in the European Union.
Amendment 57 #
2013/0119(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 16
Recital 16
(16) Union multilingual standard forms should be established in all official languages of the Union for public documents relating to birth, death, marriage, registered partnership and legal status and representation of a company or other undertakingvarious legal facts and the legal status of natural or legal persons in order to avoid the need for Union citizens and companies or other undertakings to produce translations in cases where they would otherwise be required.
Amendment 61 #
2013/0119(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 1 – paragraph 2
Article 1 – paragraph 2
It also establishes Union multilingual standard forms concerning birth, death, marriage, registered partnership and legal status and representation of a company or other undertakinglegal facts and the legal status of natural or legal persons.
Amendment 64 #
2013/0119(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 2 – paragraph 1
Article 2 – paragraph 1
1. This Regulation applies to the acceptance of public documents which havthat are to be presented to the authorities of another Member State.
Amendment 70 #
2013/0119(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 3 – point 1 – point g a (new)
Article 3 – point 1 – point g a (new)
(g a) qualifications and records of schooling and further education;
Amendment 72 #
2013/0119(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 3 – point 1 – point l
Article 3 – point 1 – point l
Amendment 77 #
2013/0119(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 6
Article 6
Amendment 80 #
2013/0119(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 7 – paragraph 1
Article 7 – paragraph 1
1. Where the authorities of a Member State in which a public document or its certified copy is presented have reasonable doubt as to their authenticity, which cannot be otherwise resolvedafter thorough examination, they may submit a request for information to the relevant authorities of the Member State where these documents were issued, either by using the Internal Market Information System referred in Article 8 directly, or by contacting the central authority of their Member State.
Amendment 81 #
2013/0119(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 7 – paragraph 2 – introductory part
Article 7 – paragraph 2 – introductory part
2. The reasonable doubt referred to in paragraph 1 – and based on a thorough and objective examination – may relate, in particular, to:
Amendment 84 #
2013/0119(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 8 – paragraph 1 a (new)
Article 8 – paragraph 1 a (new)
The Commission shall ensure that the tasks requested in Article 7 comply with the technical and personal requirements of the Internal Market Information System.
Amendment 86 #
2013/0119(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 11
Article 11
Amendment 54 #
2013/0012(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 2 – paragraph 1 – point 1 – indent 6
Article 2 – paragraph 1 – point 1 – indent 6
– Di Methyl Ether (DME) and Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG).
Amendment 58 #
2013/0012(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 2 – paragraph 1 – point 2
Article 2 – paragraph 1 – point 2
(2) ‘Recharging point’ means a slow rechdedicated pargking spoit with equipment for a fast recharging pointa single vehicle at one time or an installation for the physical exchange of a battery of an electric vehicle (i.e. basic charging and/or fast charging and/or wireless charging).
Amendment 63 #
2013/0012(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 2 – paragraph 1 – point 3
Article 2 – paragraph 1 – point 3
(3) ‘SlowBasic recharging point’ means a recharging point that allows for a direct supply of electricity to an electric vehicle with a power of less than or equal to 223,7 kW.
Amendment 64 #
2013/0012(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 2 – paragraph 1 – point 4
Article 2 – paragraph 1 – point 4
(4) ‘Fast recharging point’ means a recharging point that allows for a direct supply of electricity to an electric vehicle with a power of more than 223,7 kW.
Amendment 67 #
2013/0012(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 2 – paragraph 1 – point 5
Article 2 – paragraph 1 – point 5
(5) ‘Publicly accessible recharging or refuelling point’ means a recharging or refuelling point which provides non- discriminatory accesseasy, open and EU-wide interoperable access and widely acceptable payment system to the users".
Amendment 107 #
2013/0012(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 6 – paragraph 3
Article 6 – paragraph 3
3. Member States shall cooperate to ensure that heavy duty motor vehicles running on LNG can travel all along the roads on the TEN-T Ccore Nnetwork. For this purposes, publicly accessible refuelling points for LNG shall be established within distances not exceeding 400 km by 31 December 2020 at the latest.
Amendment 133 #
2013/0012(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Annex 3 – point 1 – point 1.1 – paragraph 1
Annex 3 – point 1 – point 1.1 – paragraph 1
Alternate Current (AC) slowbasic recharging points for electric vehicles shall be equipped, for interoperability purposes, with connectorssocket-outlet of Type 2 as described in standard EN62196- 2:2012 and respective updates.
Amendment 136 #
2013/0012(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Annex 3 – point 1 – point 1.2 – introductory part
Annex 3 – point 1 – point 1.2 – introductory part
1.2. Fast electric recharging points for motor vehicles above 22 kW
Amendment 137 #
2013/0012(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Annex 3 – point 1 – point 1.2 – paragraph 1
Annex 3 – point 1 – point 1.2 – paragraph 1
Alternate Current (AC) fast recharging points for electric vehicles shall be equipped, for interoperability purposes, with attached cables with connectors of Type 2 as described in standard EN62196-2:2012. and respective updates."
Amendment 23 #
2012/2099(INI)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 3
Paragraph 3
3. Considers it to be of paramount importance to be able to use the Structural Funds, the Cohesion Fund and other financial instruments to finance energy efficiency and renewable energy use in the housing sector; calls on the Commission and the Member States, therefore, to disseminate clear, easily accessible information on the financial instruments, incentives, grants and loans available to support energy efficiency service projects; stresses that, in order to improve the energy efficiency of new and existing residential buildings and increase the use of renewable energy sources, the measures planned under the structural funds should also appear in the Member States’ regional operational programmes, thereby ensuring that the final decisions are taken at regional level.
Amendment 82 #
2012/2005(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 4
Paragraph 4
4. Stresses that end energy-consumers – individuals and industry alike – are at the very core of the user-friendly and transparent internal energy market; notes that, as such, they must be duly protected and accurately informed, and able to exercise their rights fully, while encouraged to play a more active role in stimulating market competition, moving from passive service recipients to active informed consumers and prosumers;
Amendment 101 #
2012/2005(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 6
Paragraph 6
6. CRecognizes that energy costs have an increasing share within the total expenditure of households and energy poverty poses a considerable challenge in Member States; considers that vulnerable consumers must be protected and that, to that end, effective mechanisms must be put in place, while distortions of the energy market are avoided; highlights that specific national measures are already in place as required by the Third Energy Package and welcomes the Commission's initiative to collect best practices and provide guidance on improving dedicated measures to vulnerable customers;
Amendment 145 #
2012/2005(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 9
Paragraph 9
9. Believes thatRecalls that the EU legislation in force protects the rights of consumers and provides solid foundation for a competitive European energy market, however the lack of full implementation of internal energy market legislation remains the main obstacle for the completion of this market;
Amendment 152 #
2012/2005(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 9 a (new)
Paragraph 9 a (new)
9a. Recognises that energy infrastructure projects are characterised by vast upfront investment and a 20-60 year operational lifetime; recalls that the current market environment is highly unpredictable thus investors are hesitant on energy infrastructure development; stresses that new strategies and innovative instruments shall be promoted to encourage infrastructure investments enabling a quick adaptation to the rapidly changing environment;
Amendment 217 #
2012/2005(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 13 a (new)
Paragraph 13 a (new)
13a. Acknowledges that the growing renewable electricity production without the necessary infrastructure development may result in uncoordinated cross-border loop-flows and consequently sub-optimal energy prices; stresses that the flexibility of the generation and transmission infrastructure shall be maintained to ensure secure energy supply and affordable prices;
Amendment 218 #
2012/2005(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 13 b (new)
Paragraph 13 b (new)
13b. Urges Member States with high renewable electricity production to accelerate the development of their internal energy networks necessary to cope with the increased level of renewable energy production; notes that the required infrastructure development may take several years in these countries; therefore asks the Commission to elaborate a mechanism providing Member States affected by loop-flows with a fair compensation for their losses until the necessary investments are completed.
Amendment 51 #
2012/0366(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Recital 23
Recital 23
(23) In order to ensure the integrity and the visibility of health warnings and maximise their efficacy, provisions should be made regarding the dimension of the warnings as well as regarding certain aspects of the appearance of the tobacco package, including the opening mechanism. The package and the products may mislead consumers, in particular young people, suggesting that products are less harmful. For instance, this is the case with certain texts or features, such as ‘low-tar’, ‘light’, ‘ultra-light’, ‘mild’, ‘natural’, ‘organic’, ‘without additives’, ‘without flavours’, ‘slim’, names, pictures, and figurative or other signs. Likewise, the size and appearance of individual cigarettes can mislead consumers by creating the impression that they are less harmful. A recent study has also shown that smokers of slim cigarettes were more likely to believe that their own brand might be less harmful. This should be addressed.
Amendment 69 #
2012/0366(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Recital 16 a (new)
Recital 16 a (new)
(16a) One of the aims of the Directive is to reduce the consumption of tobacco products, especially among young and vulnerable consumers, which will result in the decrease of the production of the tobacco in the European Union and can lead to loss of jobs, moving the industry outside the European Union and need to restructure the farms traditionally basing its production on tobacco. Therefore appropriate measures and financial support must be envisaged in the framework of the EU budget in order to counteract the economic and social consequences of the Directive.
Amendment 71 #
2012/0366(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Recital 29
Recital 29
(29) Council Directive 89/622/EEC of 13 November 1989 on the approximation of the laws, regulations and administrative provisions of the Member States concerning the labelling of tobacco products and the prohibition of the marketing of certain types of tobacco for oral use prohibited the sale in the Member States of certain types of tobacco for oral use. Directive 2001/37/EC confirmed this prohibition. Article 151 of the Act of Accession of Austria, Finland and Sweden grants the Kingdom of Sweden derogation from this prohibition. The prohibition of the sale of oral tobacco should be maintained in order to prevent the introduction to the internal market of a product that is addictive, has adverse health effects and is attractive to young peopleUpholds the ban on tobacco products for oral use, however, such a ban should not affect historically traditional tobacco products for oral use, which may be allowed by individual Member States. For other smokeless tobacco products that are not produced for the mass market, a strict labelling and ingredients regulation is considered sufficient to contain market expansion beyond their traditional use.
Amendment 77 #
2012/0366(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Recital 38
Recital 38
Amendment 89 #
2012/0366(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 6 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 1
Article 6 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 1
Member States shall prohibit the placing on the market of tobacco products with a characterising flavour, where it was unequivocally proved by scientific studies that the additive increases toxicity of the products or facilitate addiction.
Amendment 91 #
2012/0366(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 6 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 2
Article 6 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 2
Member States shall not prohibit the use of additives which are essential for the manufacture of tobacco products, as long as the additives do not result in a product with a characterising flavour.
Amendment 94 #
2012/0366(COD)
5. Member States shall prohibit the use of flavourings in the components of tobacco products such as filters, papers, packages, capsules or any technical features allowing modification of flavour or smoke intensity, where it was unequivocally proved by scientific studies that the additive increases toxicity of the products or facilitate addiction. Filters and capsules shall not contain tobacco.
Amendment 99 #
2012/0366(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 6 – paragraph 10
Article 6 – paragraph 10
10. Tobacco products other than cigarettes, and roll-your-own tobacco and smokeless tobacco products shall be exempted from the prohibitions laid down in paragraphs 1 and 5. The Commission shall be empowered to adopt delegated acts in accordance with Article 22 to withdraw this exemption if there is a substantial change of circumstances as established in a Commission report.
Amendment 113 #
2012/0366(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 12 – paragraph 1 – point b
Article 12 – paragraph 1 – point b
(b) suggests that a particular tobacco product is less harmful than others or has vitalising, energetic, healing, rejuvenating, natural, organic or otherwise positive health or social effects;
Amendment 114 #
2012/0366(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 12 – paragraph 1 – point b a (new)
Article 12 – paragraph 1 – point b a (new)
(ba) suggests that a particular tobacco product has vitalising, energetic, healing, rejuvenating, natural, organic or otherwise positive health or social effects;
Amendment 115 #
2012/0366(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 12 – paragraph 2
Article 12 – paragraph 2
2. Prohibited elements and features may include but are not limited to texts, symbols, names, trade marks, figurative or other signs, misleading colours, inserts or other additional material such as adhesive labels, stickers, onserts, scratch-offs and sleeves or relate to the shape of the tobacco product itself. Cigarettes with a diameter of less than 7.5 mm shall be deemed to be misleading.
Amendment 116 #
2012/0366(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 12 – paragraph 1 a (new)
Article 12 – paragraph 1 a (new)
(1a) A Member State may exempt a product from the provisions under paragraph 1(b) if a manufacturer demonstrates that such product as it is actually used by the consumer will significantly reduce the risk of tobacco related disease to the tobacco user. Manufacturers shall submit to the competent authorities in the Member States scientific evidence substantiating the reduced risk benefit of the product. Member States shall be entitled to determine the criteria of such authorization taking as a basis a high level of protection of consumers and public health;
Amendment 122 #
2012/0366(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 14 – paragraph 2 – introductory part
Article 14 – paragraph 2 – introductory part
2. The unique, safe and impossible to duplicate identifier shall allow determining:
Amendment 131 #
2012/0366(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 14 – paragraph 8
Article 14 – paragraph 8
8. In addition to the unique, safe and impossible to duplicate identifier, Member States shall require that all unit packets of tobacco products which are placed on the market carry a visible, tamper proof security feature of at least 1 cm², which shall be irremovably printed or affixed, indelible and in no way hidden or interrupted in any form, including through tax stamps and price marks, or other elements mandated by legislation.
Amendment 134 #
2012/0366(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 3 – paragraph 2
Article 3 – paragraph 2
Amendment 134 #
2012/0366(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 15 – paragraph 1
Article 15 – paragraph 1
Member States shall prohibit the placing on the market of tobacco for oral use, without prejudice to Article 151 of the Act of Accession of Austria, Finland and Sweden. This ban should, however, not affect historically traditional tobacco products for oral use, which may be allowed by individual Member States;
Amendment 143 #
2012/0366(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 3 – paragraph 3
Article 3 – paragraph 3
Amendment 162 #
2012/0366(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 20 – paragraph 3 a (new)
Article 20 – paragraph 3 a (new)
3a. The negative economical and social consequences of the implementation of this Directive shall be counteracted by appropriate measures and financial support in the framework of the EU budget.
Amendment 166 #
2012/0366(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 23 – paragraph 1 a (new)
Article 23 – paragraph 1 a (new)
1a. No later than 2 years from the date specified in Article 25 paragraph 1, the Commission shall submit to the European Parliament, the Council, the European Economic and Social Committee and the Committee of the Regions a report on the economic and social consequences of the application of this Directive
Amendment 168 #
2012/0366(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 25 – paragraph 1
Article 25 – paragraph 1
1. Member States shall bring into force the laws, regulations and administrative provisions necessary to comply with this Directive by [Publications Office, please insert the exact date: entry into force + 1836 months] at the latest. They shall forthwith communicate to the Commission the text of those provisions.
Amendment 174 #
2012/0366(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 6 – paragraph 3
Article 6 – paragraph 3
Amendment 198 #
2012/0366(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 6 – paragraph 9
Article 6 – paragraph 9
Amendment 213 #
2012/0366(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 6 – paragraph 10
Article 6 – paragraph 10
10. Tobacco products other than cigarettes, roll-your-own tobacco and smokeless tobacco products shall be exempted from the prohibitions laid down in paragraphs 1 and 5. The Commission shall be empowered to adopt delegated acts in accordance with Article 22 to withdraw this exemption if there is a substantial change of circumstances as established in a Commission report.
Amendment 230 #
2012/0366(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 8 – paragraph 4 – point b
Article 8 – paragraph 4 – point b
Amendment 241 #
2012/0366(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 9 – paragraph 1 – point c
Article 9 – paragraph 1 – point c
(c) cover 7540 % of the external area of both the front and 50 % of the external area of the back surface of the unit packet and any outside packaging;
Amendment 246 #
2012/0366(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 9 – paragraph 1 – point e
Article 9 – paragraph 1 – point e
(e) be positioned at the bottopm edge of the unit packet and any outside packaging, and in the same direction as any other information appearing on the packaging;
Amendment 259 #
2012/0366(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 9 – paragraph 1 – point g
Article 9 – paragraph 1 – point g
Amendment 271 #
2012/0366(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 9 – paragraph 3 – point c
Article 9 – paragraph 3 – point c
Amendment 278 #
2012/0366(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 9 – paragraph 3 – point d
Article 9 – paragraph 3 – point d
Amendment 310 #
2012/0366(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 11 – paragraph 3
Article 11 – paragraph 3
Amendment 349 #
2012/0366(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 13 – paragraph 3
Article 13 – paragraph 3
Amendment 358 #
2012/0366(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 13 – paragraph 4
Article 13 – paragraph 4
Amendment 370 #
2012/0366(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 14 – paragraph 9
Article 14 – paragraph 9
Amendment 428 #
2012/0366(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 18 – paragraph 2
Article 18 – paragraph 2
Amendment 434 #
2012/0366(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 18 – paragraph 5
Article 18 – paragraph 5
Amendment 445 #
2012/0366(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 22 – paragraph 2
Article 22 – paragraph 2
2. The power to adopt delegated acts referred to in Articles 3(2), 3(3), 4(3), 4(4), 6(3), 6(9), 6(10), 8(4), 9(3), 10(5), 11(3), 13(3), 13(4), 14(9), 18(24(3), 4(4), 8(4), 9(3) and 180(5) shall be conferred on the Commission for an indeterminate period of time from [Office of Publications: please insert the date of the entry into force of this Directive].
Amendment 454 #
2012/0366(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 22 – paragraph 3
Article 22 – paragraph 3
3. The delegation of powers referred to in Articles 3(2), 3(3), 4(3), 4(4), 6(3), 6(9), 6(10), 8(4), 9(3), 10(5), 11(3), 13(3), 13(4), 14(9), 18(24(3), 4(4), 8(4), 9(3) and 180(5) may be revoked at any time by the European Parliament or by the Council. A decision to revoke shall put an end to the delegation of the power specified in that decision. It shall take effect the day following the publication of the decision in the Official Journal of the European Union or at a later date specified therein. It shall not affect the validity of any delegated acts already in force.
Amendment 463 #
2012/0366(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 22 – paragraph 5
Article 22 – paragraph 5
5. A delegated act pursuant to Articles 3(2), 3(3), 4(3), 4(4), 6(3), 6(9), 6(10), 8(4), 9(3), 10(5), 11(3), 13(3), 13(4), 14(9), 18(24(3), 4(4), 8(4), 9(3) and 180(5) shall enter into force only if no objection has been expressed either by the European Parliament or the Council within a period of two months of notification of that act to the European Parliament and the Council or if, before the expiry of that period, the European Parliament and the Council have both informed the Commission that they will not object. That period shall be extended by two months at the initiative of the European Parliament or of the Council.
Amendment 71 #
2012/0360(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 1 – point 21
Article 1 – point 21
Regulation (EC) No 1346/2000
Article 2 – point g
Article 2 – point g
(g) “establishment” means any place of operations where the debtor carries or carried out a non-transitory economic activity with human means and assets;
Amendment 80 #
2012/0360(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 1 – point 34
Article 1 – point 34
Regulation (EC) No 1346/2000
Article 29a – paragraph 1
Article 29a – paragraph 1
1. The court seized of a request to open secondary proceedings shall immediately give notice to the liquidator in the main proceedings and give him an opportunity to be heard on the requestopen a temporary local proceeding and appoint a temporary local insolvency practitioner. The court shall within one working day provide for the publication of the request itself, and of the temporary stay of payment with immediate effect in the insolvency register. The court shall immediately give notice to the insolvency practitioner in the main proceedings.
Amendment 81 #
2012/0360(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 1 – point 34
Article 1 – point 34
Regulation (EC) No 1346/2000
Article 29a – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 1 a (new)
Article 29a – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 1 a (new)
In order to ensure the efficient administration of the estate, the powers of the temporary insolvency practitioner are restricted. Disposition of the debtor's assets by the temporary insolvency practitioner is subject to approval by the insolvency practitioner in the main proceedings.
Amendment 82 #
2012/0360(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 1 – point 34
Article 1 – point 34
2. Upon request by the liquidatoto be submitted within 3 weeks after the publication by the insolvency practitioner in the main proceedings, the court referred to in paragraph 1 shall postpone the decision of opening or refuse to open secondary proceedings if the insolvency practitioner in the main proceedings provides sufficient evidence that the opening of such proceedings is not necessary to protect the interests of local creditors, in particular, when the liquidator in the main proceedings has given the undertaking referred to in Article 18 (1) and complies with its terms.
Amendment 83 #
2012/0360(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 1 – point 34
Article 1 – point 34
Regulation (EC) No 1346/2000
Article 29a – paragraph 2 a (new) – subparagraph 1
Article 29a – paragraph 2 a (new) – subparagraph 1
2a. In order to avoid the opening of secondary proceedings, the insolvency practitioner in the main proceedings may give an undertaking ("the undertaking") that the distribution and priority rights which local creditors would have had if secondary proceedings had been opened will be respected in the main proceedings. The undertaking shall be made in the official language or one of the official languages of the Member State where secondary proceedings could have been opened. The undertaking shall be subject to the form requirements, if any, of the State of the opening of the temporary local proceeding and shall be binding on the estate as long as secondary proceedings have not been opened in the Member State referred to in paragraph 1.
Amendment 84 #
2012/0360(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 1 – point 34
Article 1 – point 34
Regulation (EC) No 1346/2000
Article 29a – paragraph 2 a (new) – subparagraph 2
Article 29a – paragraph 2 a (new) – subparagraph 2
The court referred to in paragraph 1 shall prolong the appointment of the temporary local insolvency practitioner for the purpose of participating in the implementation of the undertaking if it is necessary for the protection of the interests of local creditors.
Amendment 96 #
2012/0288(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Recital 10
Recital 10
Amendment 117 #
2012/0288(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Recital 12
Recital 12
Amendment 154 #
2012/0288(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 1 – point 1 – point b
Article 1 – point 1 – point b
Directive 98/70/EC
Article 7a – paragraph 5
Article 7a – paragraph 5
Amendment 166 #
2012/0288(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 1 – point 2 – point b
Article 1 – point 2 – point b
Directive 98/70/EC
Article 7b – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 3
Article 7b – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 3
Amendment 183 #
2012/0288(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 1 – point 3 – point b
Article 1 – point 3 – point b
Directive 98/70/EC
Article 7d – Paragraph 7 – subparagraph 1
Article 7d – Paragraph 7 – subparagraph 1
Amendment 186 #
2012/0288(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 1 – point 6
Article 1 – point 6
Directive 98/70/EC
Article 10 – Paragraph 1
Article 10 – Paragraph 1
Amendment 187 #
2012/0288(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 1 – point 7
Article 1 – point 7
Directive 98/70/EC
Article 10 a (new)
Article 10 a (new)
Amendment 191 #
2012/0288(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 1 – point 8
Article 1 – point 8
Directive 98/70/EC
Article 11 – paragraph 4
Article 11 – paragraph 4
Amendment 216 #
2012/0288(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 2 – point 2 – point c – point ii
Article 2 – point 2 – point c – point ii
Directive 2009/28/EC
Article 3 – paragraph 4 – point d
Article 3 – paragraph 4 – point d
Amendment 266 #
2012/0288(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 2 – point 5 – point b
Article 2 – point 5 – point b
Directive 2009/28/EC
Article 17 – paragraph 3
Article 17 – paragraph 3
Amendment 282 #
2012/0288(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 2 – point 7 – point c
Article 2 – point 7 – point c
Directive 2009/28/EC
Article 19 – paragraph 6
Article 19 – paragraph 6
Amendment 284 #
2012/0288(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 2 – point 7 – point d
Article 2 – point 7 – point d
Directive 2009/28/EC
Article 19 – paragraph 7
Article 19 – paragraph 7
Amendment 287 #
2012/0288(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 2 – point 11
Article 2 – point 11
Directive 2009/28/EC
Article 25b
Article 25b
Amendment 314 #
2012/0288(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Annex II – point 1
Annex II – point 1
Directive 2009/28/EC
Annex V – part C
Annex V – part C
Amendment 325 #
2012/0288(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Annex II – point 2
Annex II – point 2
Directive 2009/28/EC
Annex VIII (new)
Annex VIII (new)
Amendment 41 #
2012/0190(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 1 – point 1
Article 1 – point 1
Regulation (EC) No 443/2009
Article 1 – paragraph 2
Article 1 – paragraph 2
From 2020 onwards, this Regulation sets a target of 95 g CO2/km as average emissions for the new car fleet as measured in accordance with Regulation (EC) No 715/2007 and, Annex III and XII to Regulation (EC) No 692/2008 and its implementing measures, and innovative technologies, ECE R83-06 and ECE R101 in each case as valid on the ...+. ____________________ + OJ: Please insert the date of adoption of this Regulation.
Amendment 62 #
2012/0190(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 1 – point 4
Article 1 – point 4
Regulation (EC) No 443/2009
Article 5 a (new) – paragraph 1
Article 5 a (new) – paragraph 1
1. In calculating the average specific emissions of CO2, each new passenger car with specific emissions of CO2 ofthat are less than 35 50g CO2/km shall be counted as 1.3 passenger cars in the period from 2020 to 2023 anor emitting less than 50% of the CO2 value given by its specific emission target set in the formula in Annex 1, with a cap of 70g CO2/km shall be counted as 12 passenger cars as from 202416 onwards. The use of part or all of the accumulated credits can be done in any year within the period 2016-2025.
Amendment 68 #
2012/0190(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 1 – point 4
Article 1 – point 4
Regulation (EC) No 443/2009
Article 5 a (new) – paragraph 2
Article 5 a (new) – paragraph 2
Amendment 103 #
2012/0190(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 1 – point 10 – point c
Article 1 – point 10 – point c
Regulation (EC) No 443/2009
Article 13 – paragraph 5
Article 13 – paragraph 5
5. By 31 December 20142017 at the earliest, the Commission shall review the specific emissions targets, modalities and other aspects of this Regulation in order to establish the CO2 emission targets for new passenger cars for the period beyond 2020. and not before the new test cycle and test procedures are fully defined, implemented and the first results assessed."
Amendment 2 #
2011/2308(INI)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 1
Paragraph 1
1. Understands shunconventionale gas exploration and extraction to refer to any unconventional hydrocarbon exploration and extraction us, including shale gas, requiring horizontal drilling and high-volume hydraulic fracturing;
Amendment 5 #
2011/2308(INI)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 2
Paragraph 2
2. Recognises that shale gas exploration and extraction are likely to result in complex and cross-cutting interactions with the surrounding environment, in particular owing to the large amounts of water, high pressure and chemical additives involvehydraulic fracturing technology employed, composition of the fracturing liquid, as well as the depthconstruction of the wells and area of surface land may be affected;
Amendment 6 #
2011/2308(INI)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 3a (new)
Paragraph 3a (new)
3a. Recalls the Member States' right to determine the conditions for exploiting its energy resources, its choice between different energy sources and the general structure of its energy supply according to Article 194 TFEU, provided that the acquis communautaire, especially in the field of environmental legislation, is fully respected;
Amendment 7 #
2011/2308(INI)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 5
Paragraph 5
5. Calls on the Commission to make a comprehensive review of existing legislation and if necessary bring forward proposals to ensure that the provisions of the Environmental Impact Assessment Directive adequately cover the specificities of shale gas exploration and extraction, to include hydraulic fracturing in Annex III to the Environmental Liability Directive, to require compulsoryadequate financial security or insurance to cover environmental damages, and to have shale gas extraction included under the Industrial Emissions Directive (2010/75/EU) and made subject to the requirements regarding Best Available Techniques, in addition to the waste water treatment requirements under the Mining Waste Directive;
Amendment 12 #
2011/2308(INI)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 7
Paragraph 7
7. Concurs with the Commission analysis that Article 11(3)(j) of the Water Framework Directive does not allow the injection of flow-back water into geological formations for disposalalls on the industry, in transparency with national regulatory bodies, environmental groups and communities, to take measures necessary to prevent any deterioration of the status of all relevant bodies of groundwater, in order to maintain the good groundwater status as defined in the Water Framework Directive and the Groundwater Directive;
Amendment 16 #
2011/2308(INI)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 8
Paragraph 8
Amendment 7 #
2011/2176(INI)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 3 a (new)
Paragraph 3 a (new)
3a. Underlines that the multinational composition of the local and regional divisions of the Court of First Instance shall be guaranteed within a reasonable time frame;
Amendment 1 #
2011/2072(INI)
Draft opinion
Recital A (new)
Recital A (new)
A. Whereas, according to Article 191 of the Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union (TFEU), all EU action in this area must be underpinned by a high level of protection based inter alia on the precautionary principle;
Amendment 2 #
2011/2072(INI)
Draft opinion
Paragraph -1 (new)
Paragraph -1 (new)
- 1. Stresses that full liability in relation to any damage caused by oil and gas exploration and extraction must respect the "polluter pays" principle laid down in Article 191(2) TFEU;
Amendment 4 #
2011/2072(INI)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 3
Paragraph 3
3. Advocates environmental impact assessments carried out within emergency response plans, e.g. on the use of chemical dispersants to avoid public health implications and further environmental damagwhere possible;
Amendment 5 #
2011/2072(INI)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 4 a (new)
Paragraph 4 a (new)
4a. Welcomes the Commission's effort to extend the scope of the mandate of the European Agency for Maritime Safety to cover not only vessels but also offshore installations;
Amendment 6 #
2011/2072(INI)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 7 a (new)
Paragraph 7 a (new)
7a. Urges the Member States, when taking any action, to consider the special situation of small and medium-sized operators;
Amendment 191 #
2011/2034(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 9
Paragraph 9
9. Calls on the Commission, with a view to ensuring better governance of future EU electricity and gas infrastructure planning, to present a concrete proposal to improve transparency and public participation in determining EU priorities within a broader stakeholder participation process involving the power sector, independent experts, consumer organisations and NGOs; as well as to urge the Member States, to extend their gas supply infrastructure in the framework of regional cooperation in accordance with Annex IV of EU Regulation No 994/2010;
Amendment 52 #
2011/0363(NLE)
Recital 6 a (new)
(6a) The amount of the appropriations allocated to the Programmes, as well as the programming period and distribution amongst the Kozloduy, Ignalina and Bohunice programmes may be reviewed based on the results of the mid-term and the final evaluation report, respecting that the highest safety standards and steady process of decommissioning in accordance with respective decommissioning plans will not be endangered.
Amendment 96 #
2011/0363(NLE)
Article 3 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 1
The financial envelope for the implementation of the Programme for the period 2014 to 2020 shall be EUR [552 947 000] in current prices.
Amendment 108 #
2011/0363(NLE)
Article 3 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 2 – point c
(c) EUR [114 815 000] for the Bohunice Programme for the period 2014 to 2017.
Amendment 115 #
2011/0363(NLE)
Article 3 – paragraph 2
2. The Commission will review the performance of the Programme and assess the progress of the Kozloduy, Ignalina and Bohunice Programmes against the milestones and target dates referred to in Art 2.3 by the end of 20157 within the framework of the interim evaluation referred to in Art. 8. Based on the results of this assessment, the Commission may review the amount of the appropriations allocated to the Programme, as well as the programming period and distribution amongst the Kozloduy, Ignalina and Bohunice Programmes.
Amendment 156 #
2011/0363(NLE)
Article 8 – paragraph 1
1. No later than end 20157, an evaluation report shall be established by the Commission on the achievement of the objectives of all the measures, at the level of results and impacts, the efficiency of the use of resources and its Union added value, in view of a decision amending or suspending the measures. The evaluation shall additionally address the scope for simplification, its internal and external coherence, the continued relevance of all objectives. It shall take into account evaluation results on the long-term impact of the predecessor measures.
Amendment 166 #
2011/0363(NLE)
Article 8 – paragraph 2
2. The Commission shall carry out ex-post evaluation in close cooperation with the beneficiary Member States and beneficiaries. The ex- post evaluation shall examine the effectiveness and efficiency of the Programme and its impact on decommissioning.
Amendment 216 #
2011/0359(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 24
Recital 24
(24) It is also important that the role of the audit committee in the selection of a new statutory auditor or audit firm be reinforced, for the benefit of a more informed decision of the general meeting of shareholders or members of the audited entity. Hence, when making a proposal to the general meeting, the board should explain whether it follows the recommendation of the audit committee and, if not, why. The recommendation of the audit committee should include at least two possible choices for the audit engagement and a duly justified preference for one of them, so that the general meeting can make a real choice, including its statement on the nominee's independence, shall be communicated to shareholders along with the resolution to appoint the statutory auditor or audit firm. In order to provide a fair and proper justification in its recommendation, the audit committee should use the results of a mandatory selection procedure organised by the audited entity, under the responsibility of the audit committee. In such selection procedure, the audited entity should invite statutory auditors or audit firms, including smaller ones, to present proposals for the audit engagement. TenderSelection documents should contain transparent and non-discriminatory selection criteria to be used for the evaluation of proposals. Considering, however, that this selection procedure could entail disproportionate costs for companies with reduced market capitalisation or small and medium-sized public-interest entities having regard to their dimension, it is appropriate to relieve such entities from this obligation.
Amendment 225 #
2011/0359(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 27
Recital 27
(27) In order to address the familiarity threat and therefore reinforce the independence of auditors and audit firms, it is important to establish a maximum duration of the audit engagement of a statutory auditor or audit firm in a particular audited entity. An appropriate gradual rotation mechanism should also be established with regard to the most senior personnel involved in the statutory audit, including the key audit partners carrying out the statutory audit on behalf of the audit firm. It is also important to provide for an appropriate period within which such statutory auditor or audit firm may not carry out the statutory audit of the same entity. In order to ensure a smooth transition, the former auditor should transfer a handover file with relevant information to the incoming auditor.
Amendment 240 #
2011/0359(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 45
Recital 45
(45) In order to ensure legal certainty and the smooth transition to the regime introduced by this Regulation, it is important to introduce a transitional regime regarding the entry into force of the obligation to rotate audit firms, the obligation to organise a selection procedure for the choice of audit firm and the conversion of audit firms into firms that only provide audit services.
Amendment 264 #
2011/0359(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 9 – paragraph 2
Article 9 – paragraph 2
Amendment 393 #
2011/0359(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 10 – paragraph 5
Article 10 – paragraph 5
Amendment 538 #
2011/0359(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 32 – paragraph 3 – subparagraph 1 – point a
Article 32 – paragraph 3 – subparagraph 1 – point a
(a) the audited entity shall be free to invite any statutory auditors or audit firms to submit proposals for the provision of the statutory audit service on the condition that Article 33(2) is respected and that at least one of the invited auditors or firms is not one who received more than 15% of the total audit fees from large public-interest entities in the Member State concerned in the previous calendar year;
Amendment 559 #
2011/0359(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 33 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 1
Article 33 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 1
The public-interest entity shall appoint a statutory auditor or audit firm for an initial engagement period that shall not be shortlonger than twosix years.
Amendment 568 #
2011/0359(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 33 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 2
Article 33 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 2
The public-interest entity may renew thise audit engagement only onceprovided this is based on a proposal of the audit committee and approved at the annual general meeting.
Amendment 575 #
2011/0359(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 33 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 3
Article 33 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 3
Amendment 588 #
2011/0359(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 33 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 4
Article 33 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 4
Amendment 600 #
2011/0359(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 33 – paragraph 2
Article 33 – paragraph 2
Amendment 609 #
2011/0359(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 33 – paragraph 3
Article 33 – paragraph 3
Amendment 9 #
2011/0340(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 2
Article 2
The aim of the Programme is to support the policy objective of placing the empowered consumer at the centre of the internal market. The Programme will do so by contributing to protecting the health, safety and economic and legal interests of consumers, as well as to promoting their right to information, education and to organise themselves in order to safeguard their interests. The Programme will complement, support and monitor the policies of Member States.
Amendment 10 #
2011/0340(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 3 – paragraph 1 – point b
Article 3 – paragraph 1 – point b
(b) Objective 2 - information and education: to improve consumers' as well as SMEs' education, information and awareness of their rights, to develop the evidence base for consumer policy and to provide support to consumer organisations.
Amendment 12 #
2011/0340(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 3 – paragraph 1 – point c – subparagraph 1
Article 3 – paragraph 1 – point c – subparagraph 1
(c) Objective 3 - rights and redress: to consolidatestrengthen consumer rights in particular through regulatory action and improving access to redress includingespecially by alternative dispute resolution.
Amendment 15 #
2011/0340(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 4 – point b – point 7
Article 4 – point b – point 7
(7) enhancing consumer educationthe education of consumers and SMEs;
Amendment 18 #
2011/0309(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 1
Recital 1
(1) Article 191 of the TFEU establishes the objectives of preserving, protecting and improving the quality of the environment and creates an obligation for all Union action to be supported by a high level of protection based on the precautionary principle and preventive action and to prudent and rational utilisation of natural resources. According to Article 191(2) full liability in relation to any damage caused by activities under this Regulation has to respect the polluter pays principle.
Amendment 19 #
2011/0309(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 2
Recital 2
(2) The objective of this Regulation is to prevent and reduce the occurrence of major accidents related to offshore oil and gas activities and to limit their consequences, thus increasing the protection of the marine environment and coastal economies against pollution as well as establishing minimum conditions for safe offshore prospection, exploration and exploitation of oil and gas and limiting possible disruptions to Union indigenous energy production and to improve the response mechanisms in case of an accident.
Amendment 26 #
2011/0309(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 48
Recital 48
(48) As no existing financial security instruments, including risk pooling arrangements, can accommodate all possible consequences of extreme accidents, the Commission should proceed with further analysis and studies of the appropriate measures to ensure adequately robust liability regime for damages related to offshore oil and gas operations, requirements on financial capacity including improving the availability of appropriated financial security instruments orand other arrangements.
Amendment 29 #
2011/0309(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 4 – paragraph 4 a (new)
Article 4 – paragraph 4 a (new)
4a. Member States shall encourage and facilitate the creation of sustainable financial security products.
Amendment 30 #
2011/0309(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 4 – paragraph 4 b (new)
Article 4 – paragraph 4 b (new)
4b. The Commission shall, by [one year after adoption of the Regulation], transmit to the European Parliament and to the Council a report on the availability of financial security products and mechanisms as well as proposals for arrangements to facilitate the provision of financial security pursuant to paragraph 2a.
Amendment 24 #
2011/0177(APP)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 5a (new)
Paragraph 5a (new)
5a. Stresses the importance of allocating sufficient level of funds for the Member States that in the context of the negotiations for accession to the European Union, took the commitment to close and subsequently decommission nuclear reactors units, recognising that this early closure represented an exceptional financial burden for the concerned Member States;
Amendment 709 #
2011/0172(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 6 – paragraph 1 a (new)
Article 6 – paragraph 1 a (new)
1a. Member States shall ensure that the National Authorities set cost recovery mechanisms ensuring that costs associated to the provisions of this article are fully recovered.
Amendment 783 #
2011/0172(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 6 – paragraph 8
Article 6 – paragraph 8
8. Member States may exempt small energy distributors and small retail energy sales companies, namely those that distribute or sell less than the equivalent of 75 GWh of energy per year, employ fewer than 10 persons or have an annual turnover or annual balance sheet total that does not exceed EUR 2 000 000, from the application of this Article if equivalent measures are established. Energy produced for self use shall not count towards these thresholds.
Amendment 1791 #
2011/0172(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Annex XI – section 2 – point f
Annex XI – section 2 – point f
Amendment 68 #
2011/0135(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 17
Recital 17
(17) The Office should offer a forum that brings together public authorities and the private sector, ensuring the collection, analysis and dissemination of relevant objective, comparable and reliable data regarding the value of intellectual property rights and the infringements of those rights, the development of best practices and strategies to protect intellectual property rights, and raising public awareness of the impacts of intellectual property rights infringements. Furthermore, the Office should fulfil additional tasks, such as to improve the understanding of the value of intellectual property rights, enhance the expertise of persons involved in the enforcement of intellectual property rights by appropriate training measures, increase knowledge on techniques to prevent counterfeiting, and improve cooperation with third countries and international organisations. The Commission should be associated with the activities undertaken by the Office under this Regulation.
Amendment 72 #
2011/0135(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 18
Recital 18
(18) With regard to representatives of the private sector, the Office should involve, when assembling the Observatory in the context of its activities, a representative selection of the economic sectors most concerned by and most experienced in the fight against infringements of intellectual property rights, in particular representatives of authors and other creators, right holders and Internet service providers. Also, a proper representation of consumers and of small and medium -sized enterprises should be ensured.
Amendment 76 #
2011/0135(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 1
Article 1
This Regulation entrusts the Office for Harmonizsation in the Internal Market (hereinafter referred to as ‘the Office’) with certain tasks related to the protectionenforcement of intellectual property rights covered by Directive 2004/48/EC, with the aim of facilitating and supporting the activities of national authorities, the private sector and the Union institutions in the fight against infringements of those rights. In carrying out these tasks the Office shall regularly invite experts, authorities and stakeholders which will assemble under the name ‘European Observatory on Counterfeiting and Piracy’(hereinafter referred to as ‘the Observatory’).
Amendment 90 #
2011/0135(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 2 – paragraph 1 – point f
Article 2 – paragraph 1 – point f
(f) enhancing the knowledge on technical tools to prevent and combat counterfeiting and piracy, including tracking and tracing systemthe infringement of intellectual property rights;
Amendment 110 #
2011/0135(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 4 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 2
Article 4 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 2
Consumer organisations and small and medium -sized enterprises, authors, other creators and other relevant actors within the creative industries shall be properly represented.
Amendment 112 #
2011/0135(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 4 – paragraph 3
Article 4 – paragraph 3
3. The Office shall invite one national representative from each Member State, and five representatives each from the European Parliament and the Commissioneach Member State to send at least one representative from its public administration to meetings of the Observatory. In that context, Member States shall ensure continuity in the Observatory's work.
Amendment 113 #
2011/0135(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 4 – paragraph 3 a (new)
Article 4 – paragraph 3 a (new)
3a. When appropriate, the Office shall organise meetings consisting of: (a) representatives from the public administrations, bodies and organisations in the Member States, and (b) private sector representatives.
Amendment 20 #
2011/0093(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 18
Recital 18
(18) Renewal fees should be paid to the European Patent Organisation. 50 percent thereof minus expenses incurred by the European Patent Office in carrying out tasks in relation to the unitary patent protection shall be distributed among the participating Member States, which should be used for patent-related purpothe enforcement of this Regulation and for other patent and innovation-related purposes, including for the provision of advice and support to small and medium-sized enterprises. The share of distribution should be set on the basis of fair, equitable and relevant criteria namely the level of patent activity and the size of the market. The distribution should provide compensation for having an official language other than one of the official languages of the European Patent Office, having a disproportionately low level of patenting activity and having acquired membership of the European Patent Organisation relatively recently.
Amendment 51 #
2011/0093(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 18
Recital 18
(18) Renewal fees should be paid to the European Patent Organisation. 50 percent thereof minus expenses incurred by the European Patent Office in carrying out tasks in relation to the unitary patent protection shall be distributed among the participating Member States, which should be used for patent-related purpothe enforcement of this Regulation and for other patent and innovation-related purposes, including for the provision of advice and support to small and medium-sized enterprises. The share of distribution should be set on the basis of fair, equitable and relevant criteria namely the level of patent activity and the size of the market. The distribution should provide compensation for having an official language other than one of the official languages of the European Patent Office, having a disproportionately low level of patenting activity and having acquired membership of the European Patent Organisation relatively recently.
Amendment 60 #
2011/0093(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 22 – paragraph 4
Article 22 – paragraph 4
4. Unitary patent protection may be requested for any European patent granted on the basis of a European patent application filed on or after the date set out in paragraph 2.
Amendment 94 #
2011/0093(COD)
Proposal for a regulation
Article 22 – paragraph 4 – subparagraph 1
Article 22 – paragraph 4 – subparagraph 1
Unitary patent protection may be requested for any European patent granted on the basis of a European patent application filed on or after the date set out in paragraph 2.
Amendment 1 #
2010/2156(INI)
Draft opinion
Recital -A (new)
Recital -A (new)
-A. whereas the cultural and creative industries in Europe play an essential role in promoting cultural diversity and pluralism, but also significantly contribute to the economical recovery, to the creation of new jobs and to the sustainable development as well as to the competitiveness of the European economy; whereas small and medium sized companies are key players in the sectors;
Amendment 2 #
2010/2156(INI)
Draft opinion
Recital B
Recital B
B. whereas the technological advances in information and communication technology in no way alter the fundamental need to protect intellectual property rights, but do call for substantial changes in theinevitable changes and a better respect of the existing legal framework protecting these rights so that full advantage can be taken of the new possibilities offered, whilst guaranteeing a well-balanced system of rights protection which takes account of the interests of both creators and consumers,
Amendment 9 #
2010/2156(INI)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 2
Paragraph 2
2. Emphasises that efforts to tackle Calls on the European Commission and member States to organise campaigns in order to raise awareness on the adverse impact of infringements of copyright must enjoy public backing in order not tintellectual property rights (IPR) and ensure that there is no risk eroding public support for intellectual property rights;
Amendment 10 #
2010/2156(INI)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 2 a (new)
Paragraph 2 a (new)
2 a. Notes that market fragmentation in the cultural and creative sectors is also due to cultural diversity and language preferences for consumers.
Amendment 16 #
2010/2156(INI)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 4
Paragraph 4
4. Recalls that Article 118 TFEU allows for the creation of a unified European system of copyright law which wthe objective of the EU is to promote CCIs, both online and offline; the widespread use of pan-European licences should havbe the advantage of removing all copyright- related territorial obstacles to the establishment of a single market for copyright and related rights, both online and offline, ensuring legal certainty and reducing licensing costsfinal goal, if this cannot be achieved, a comprehensive assessment of all potential obstacles to the creation of an effective EU internal market, such as VAT rules, payment methods, or the principle of territoriality, should be undertaken;
Amendment 19 #
2010/2156(INI)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 5
Paragraph 5
Amendment 34 #
2010/2108(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 2
Paragraph 2
2. Considers that any future strategy should seek to fulfil the Lisbon Treaty objectives of a single energy market, security of supply, reduction of greenhouse gas emissions through the promotion of all forms of low-carbon energy production, energy efficiency and savings and the promotion of energy networks and lead to a reduced reliance on energy imports and an increase in domestic energy production;
Amendment 196 #
2010/2108(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 20
Paragraph 20
20. Stresses that, based on the conclusions of the task-force on smart grids, the Commission should assure a favourable regulatory framework at EU level for smart grids, with EU-wide common standards for their development ensuring that intermittent renewable energy can be accommodated alongside reliable base load electricity; supports pilot projects for the roll-out of smart meters;
Amendment 282 #
2010/2108(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 30 a (new)
Paragraph 30 a (new)
30a. Considers that security of supply and reduction of greenhouse gas emissions can only be secured simultaneously if all types of low-carbon electricity generation are supported: renewables, fossil fuels with carbon sequestration and safe nuclear power;
Amendment 331 #
2010/2108(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 39
Paragraph 39
39. Believes that the creation of EU minimum standards for licensing and design certification for new nuclear power plants would be useful; as would further EU measures to encourage implementation of well-established technologies for the deep geological disposal of radioactive waste;
Amendment 354 #
2010/2108(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 41
Paragraph 41
41. Calls for the close monitoring of the implementation of the SET-plan, the early launching of the European Industrial Initiatives and the identification of obstacles to mobilise public and private investments;
Amendment 3 #
2010/2016(INI)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 1
Paragraph 1
1. Stresses that the Commission's Impact Assessment Board (IAB) should be independent from the European Commission consisting of independentmainly of impartial non-executive members accountable to, and appointed by, the European Parliament - based on evaluation of the competent committees;
Amendment 37 #
2010/0377(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Recital 15
Recital 15
(15) In order to provide greater protection for residential areas, areas of substantial public use and the environment, including areas of particular natural interest or sensitivity, it is necessary for land-use or other relevant policies applied in the Member States to take account of the need, in the long term, to keep a suitable distance between such areas and establishments presenting such hazards and, where existing establishments are concerned, to take account of additional technical measures so that the risk to persons is not increased. Sufficient information about the risks and technical advice on these risks should be taken into account when decisions are taken. Where possible, to reduce administrative burdens, procedespecially for small and medium-sized enterprises, procedures and measures should be integrated with those under other relevant Union legislation.
Amendment 43 #
2010/0377(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Recital 23
Recital 23
(23) The Commission should be emIn order to adapt this Directive to technical and scientific progress, the powered to adopt delegated acts in accordance with Article 290 of the Treaty in respect of the adoption of con the Functioning of the European Union should be delegated to the Commission in respect of amendments to Part 3 of Annex I, and Annexes II to VI to this Directive. It is of particular importance that the Commission carry out appropriateria for derogations and amendments to the Annexes of this Directive consultations during its preparatory work, including at expert level. The Commission, when preparing and drawing up delegated acts, should ensure a simultaneous, timely and appropriate transmission of relevant documents to the European Parliament and the Council.
Amendment 45 #
2010/0377(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 2 – paragraph 2 a (new)
Article 2 – paragraph 2 a (new)
2a. Further extension of the scope of this Directive should be preceded by an impact assessment.
Amendment 53 #
2010/0377(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 4 – paragraph 1
Article 4 – paragraph 1
1. Where it is demonstrated, on the basis of the criteria referred to in paragraph 4 of this Articlset out in Annex VII to this Directive, that particular substances or mixtures covered by Parts 1 or 2 of Annex I are, under specific conditions, incapable of creating a major accident hazard, in particular due to their physical form, properties, classification, concentration or generic packaging, the Commission may list those substances in Part 3 of Annex I by delegated acts in accordance with Article 24and should thus benefit from a derogation, the Commission may adopt delegated acts in accordance with Article 24 in order to list those substances and mixtures together with the applicable conditions in Part 3 of Annex I.
Amendment 54 #
2010/0377(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 4 – paragraph 3 – subparagraph 1
Article 4 – paragraph 3 – subparagraph 1
3. Where it is demonstrated to the satisfaction of a competent authority,ithout prejudice to paragraph 1, where it is demonstrated on the basis of the criteria referred to in paragraph 4 of this ArticleAnnex VII, that particular substances present at an individual establishment or any part thereof and listed in Parts 1 or 2 of Annex I are incapable of creating a major accident hazard, due to the specific conditions pertaining in the establishment such asregarding the nature of the packaging and containment of the substance or the location and quantities involved, the Member State of the competent authoritycompetent authority of the Member State concerned may decide not to apply the requirements set out in Articles 7 to 19 9, point (b) of Article 10, Article 11 and Article 13(2) of this Directive to the establishment concerned.
Amendment 55 #
2010/0377(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 4 – paragraph 3 – subparagraph 3
Article 4 – paragraph 3 – subparagraph 3
The Commission shall forward annuallyregularly forward the lists referred to in the second subparagraph of this paragraph to the forum referred to in Article 17(2) for information.
Amendment 56 #
2010/0377(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 4 – paragraph 4
Article 4 – paragraph 4
Amendment 57 #
2010/0377(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 4 – paragraph 5 – subparagraph 3
Article 4 – paragraph 5 – subparagraph 3
Amendment 84 #
2010/0377(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 13 – paragraph 1
Article 13 – paragraph 1
1. Member States shall ensure that the information referred to in Parts 1 and 2 of Annex V is permanently available to the public, including in an electronic format and that the information referred to in Part 3 of Annex V is made available to the public upon request. The information shall be reviewed and where necessary updated at least once a year.
Amendment 86 #
2010/0377(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 13 – paragraph 3
Article 13 – paragraph 3
3. Requests for aAccess to the information referred to in paragraph 2(a), (b)s 1 and (c)2 shall be handled in accordance with Articles 3 and 5 of Directive 2003/4/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council14 of 28 January 2003 on public access to environmental information and repealing Council Directive 90/313..
Amendment 90 #
2010/0377(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 19 – paragraph 8
Article 19 – paragraph 8
8. Inspections shall whenever possible be coordinated with inspections under other Union legislation and combined, where appropriate, in particular Directive 2010/75/EU of the European Parliament and of the Council of 24 November 2010 on industrial emissions (integrated pollution prevention and control)1, and, to the extent possible, combined. ______________ 1 OJ L 334, 17.12.2010, p. 17.
Amendment 91 #
2010/0377(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 21 – paragraph 2
Article 21 – paragraph 2
2. RequAccests forto information obtained by the competent authorities under this Directive may be refusstricted where the conditions laid down in Article 4(2) of Directive 2003/4/EC are fulfilled.
Amendment 94 #
2010/0377(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Article 23
Article 23
Without prejudice to Article 4, in order to adapt Part 3 of Annex I and Annexes II to VII to technical and scientific progress, the Commission shall adopt delegated acts in accordance with Article 24.
Amendment 108 #
2010/0377(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Annex IV – Part 1 – point e a (new)
Annex IV – Part 1 – point e a (new)
(ea) Arrangements for training staff in the duties which they will be expected to perform and, where necessary, coordinating them with off-site emergency services.
Amendment 110 #
2010/0377(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Annex V – Part 1 – point 6
Annex V – Part 1 – point 6
6. Summary detailConclusions of the inspections carried out pursuant to Article 19 and of the main findings from the latest inspection conclusions, together with a reference or /link to the related inspection plan.
Amendment 112 #
2010/0377(COD)
Proposal for a directive
Annex VI – Part 2 – paragraph 1 – point b
Annex VI – Part 2 – paragraph 1 – point b
(b) sixtwo or more persons injured within the establishment and hospitalized for at least 24 hours;
Amendment 65 #
2010/0252(COD)
Proposal for a decision
Recital 4
Recital 4
(4) This first programme should in particular support the Europe 2020 Strategy for smart, sustainable and inclusive growth given the huge potential of wireless services to promote an information-based economy, develop and assist sectors relying on information and communications technologies and overcome the digital divide. The explosion of in particular audiovisual media services is driving demand for speed and coverage. It is also a key action in the Digital Agenda for Europe4 which aims to deliver fast broadband internet in the future network-based knowledge economy, with an ambitious target for universal broadband coverage with speeds of at least 30 Mbps for all Europeans by 2020. Providing the highest possible broadband speeds and capacity, ensuring not less than 30 Mbps for all by 2020 with at least half European households having broadband access at a speed of at least 100 Mbps, is important for fostering economic growth and global competitiveness, thereby achieving the sustainable economic and social benefits of a digital single market. It should also support and promote other Union sectoral policies such as a sustainable environment and economic and social inclusion for all Union citizens. Given the importance of wireless applications for innovation, this programme is also a key initiative in support of Union policies on innovation.
Amendment 101 #
2010/0252(COD)
Proposal for a decision
Recital 13
Recital 13
(13) The 800 MHz band is optimal for the coverage of large areas by wireless broadband services. Building on the harmonisation of technical conditions under Decision 2010/267/EU, and on Commission Recommendation of 28 October 2009 calling for analogue broadcasting to be switched off by 1 January 2012, and given rapid national regulatory developments, this band should in principle be made available for electronic communications in the Union by 2013. In the longer term, additional spectrum below 790 MHz could also be envisaged, depending on experience and the lack of spectrum in other bands adequate for coverage. Considering the capacity of the 800 MHz band to transmit over large areas, coverage obligations should be attached to rightsConsidering the capacity of the 800 MHz band to transmit over large areas, coverage obligations achieved through the principles of technical and service neutrality should be attached to rights. Further spectrum harmonisation in the 1.5 GHz band (1452-1492 MHz), a band already shared between satellite and terrestrial use, and the freeing up of the 2.3 GHz band (2300-2400 MHz) in support of the increasing demand for mobile broadband services should ensure a level playing field between different technological solutions and support the emergence of pan-European operators within the Union. Further mobile service spectrum allocations, such as the 700 MHz band (694-790 MHz), should be evaluated depending on future capacity requirements for wireless broadband services and terrestrial TV.
Amendment 134 #
2010/0252(COD)
Proposal for a decision
Recital 18
Recital 18
(18) Essential public interest objectives such as safety of life call for coordinated technical solutions for the interworking of safety and emergency services between Member States. Sufficient spectrum should be made available on a coherent basis for the development and free circulation of safety services and devices and innovative pan-European or interoperable safety and emergency solutions. Studies have already shown the need for additional harmonised spectrum below 1 GHz to deliver mobile broadband services for public protection and disaster relief, across the Union in the next 5 to 10 years. Satellite will also play an essential role in the delivery of a world class internal and external disaster response capability, a policy goal that has been foreseen in the recent Communication from DG ECHO, which will entail the use of satellite spectrum to contribute to European capabilities both within and beyond Europe’s borders.
Amendment 181 #
2010/0252(COD)
Proposal for a decision
Article 2 – point b
Article 2 – point b
(b) applying technology and service neutrality infor the harmonised use of spectrum for electronic communications networks and services, in accordance with Article 9 of Directive 2002/21/EC (Framework Directive), and where possible for other sectors and applications, in such a way as to promote efficiency of spectrum use, in particular by fostering flexibility, and to promote innovation and facilitate increased mobile data traffic and broadband services, in particular by fostering flexibility, and to promote innovation, taking account of the need to avoid harmful interference and ensure technical quality of service;
Amendment 207 #
2010/0252(COD)
Proposal for a decision
Article 3 – point a
Article 3 – point a
(a) makeensure that sufficient and appropriate spectrum available in a timely manner to support Union policy objectivis allocated for wireless services, considering all technological solutions, amounting to at least 1200 Mhz by 2015, unless specified otherwise in the Radio Spectrum Policy Programme, in order to meet a rapidly growing demand for mobile data traffic, thereby allowing the development of commercial and public services;
Amendment 218 #
2010/0252(COD)
Proposal for a decision
Article 3 – point a a (new)
Article 3 – point a a (new)
Amendment 224 #
2010/0252(COD)
Proposal for a decision
Article 3 – point b
Article 3 – point b
(b) maximisenhance flexibility in the use of spectrum, to promote innovation and investment, through thea consistent application of the principles of technology and service neutrality applied in a consistent manner across the Union so as to ensure a level playing field between the technological solutions that may be adopted and through adequate regulatory predictability, the opening of harmonised spectrum to new advanced services, and the possibility to trade spectrum rights, thereby creating opportunities for pan- European structures to be established;
Amendment 249 #
2010/0252(COD)
Proposal for a decision
Article 4 – paragraph 1
Article 4 – paragraph 1
1. Member States shall adopt by 1 January 2013 authorisation and allocation measures that are similar to each other and appropriate for the development of broadband services, in conformity with Directive 2002/20/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council on the authorisation of electronic communications networks and services (Authorisation Directive)12 , such as allowing relevant terrestrial operators, where possible and on the basis of consultations in accordance with Article 11, direct or indirect access to contiguous blocks of spectrum of at least 10 MHz, thereby allowing the highest possible capacity and broadband speeds to be achieved, as well as making effective competition possible.
Amendment 319 #
2010/0252(COD)
Proposal for a decision
Article 6 – paragraph 3 a (new)
Article 6 – paragraph 3 a (new)
3a. The Commission, in cooperation with Member States, is invited to take action at the appropriate levels to achieve the further harmonisation and more efficient use across the Union of the 1.5 GHz band (1452-1492 MHz), a band already shared between satellite and terrestrial use, and the 2.3 GHz band (2300-2400 MHz) for wireless broadband services. The Commission shall continuously monitor the capacity requirements for wireless broadband services and when justified, in cooperation with Member States, evaluate the need for action to harmonise additional spectrum bands, such as the 700 MHz band (694-790 MHz) in support of the increasing demand for mobile broadband services due primarily to audiovisual content. Such further harmonisation shall be without prejudice to the technological solutions that may be adopted across the Union and shall ensure a level playing field between different technological solutions and support the emergence of pan-European operators within the Union.
Amendment 346 #
2010/0252(COD)
Proposal for a decision
Article 6 – paragraph 5
Article 6 – paragraph 5
5. The Commission is invited to adopt, as a priority, appropriate measures, pursuant to Article 9b(3) of the Directive 2002/21/EC, to ensure that Member States allow trading within the Union of spectrum usage rights in the harmonised bands 790–862 MHz (the ‘"800 MHz band’"), 880–915 MHz, 925–960 MHz, 1710–1785 MHz, 1805– 1880 MHz, 1900–1980 MHz, 2010–2025 MHz, 2110–2170 MHz, 2.5–2.69 GHz, and 3.4–3.8 GHz and other additional part of the spectrum being freed up for mobile services, without prejudice to the existing and future deployment of other services that have equal access to this spectrum under the conditions specified in the Commission Decisions.
Amendment 350 #
2010/0252(COD)
Proposal for a decision
Article 6 – paragraph 6
Article 6 – paragraph 6
6. If necessary,n order to ensure that all citizens have access to advanced digital services including broadband, in particular in rural, remote and sparsely populated areas, Member States and the Commission shall ensure the availability of additionalsufficient spectrum bands for the provision of harmonised satellite services for broadband access that will cover the whole territory of the Union including the most remote areas with a broadband offering enabling Internet access at a comparable price to terrestrial offeringsenabling Internet access and the delivery of audiovisual content. Taking into account the appropriate compatibility studies, technical harmonisation of additional frequency bands may be considered in accordance with Decision 676/2002/EC.
Amendment 371 #
2010/0252(COD)
Proposal for a decision
Article 8 – paragraph 1
Article 8 – paragraph 1
1. The Commission, assisted by the Member States, which shall provide all appropriate information on spectrum use, shall create an inventory of existing spectrum use and of possibleidentify future needsdemand for spectrum in the Union, in particular. As an initial step such inventory shall include frequencies in the range from 300 MHz to 3 GHz.
Amendment 389 #
2010/0252(COD)
Proposal for a decision
Article 8 – paragraph 2
Article 8 – paragraph 2
2. The inventory referred to in paragraph (1) shall allow the assessment of the technical efficiency of existing spectrum uses and the identification of inefficient technologies and applications, unused or inefficiently used spectrum and spectrum sharing opportunities. It shall take into account future needs, including long-term needs, for spectrum based on consumers’ and operators’ demands, and of the possibility to meet such needs.
Amendment 392 #
2010/0252(COD)
Proposal for a decision
Article 8 – paragraph 3
Article 8 – paragraph 3
3. The inventory referred to in paragraph (1) shall review the various types of spectrum usage by both private and public users, and help identify spectrum bands that could be assigned or re-allocated in order to increase their efficient use, promote innovation and enhance competition in the internal market, to the benefit of both private and public users, while taking into account the potential positive and negative impact on existing users of such bands, including impacts beyond the borders of the European Union.