Activities of Paolo DE CASTRO related to 2020/2140(DEC)
Shadow opinions (1)
OPINION on discharge in respect of the implementation of the general budget of the European Union for the financial year 2019, Section III – Commission and executive agencies
Amendments (6)
Amendment 9 #
Draft opinion
Paragraph 3 a (new)
Paragraph 3 a (new)
3 a. Highlights that the proper implementation of the CAP interventions is strictly related to the beneficiaries’ compliance with the commitments set out at Union level; stresses that the increased flexibility of Member States in allocating CAP subsidies risks further aggravating abuses, and urges therefore the Commission to avoid renationalisation of the CAP;
Amendment 14 #
Draft opinion
Paragraph 3 b (new)
Paragraph 3 b (new)
3 b. Notes that the current compliance system has proven effective as recognised by the ECA and has ensured equal treatment and efficient implementation across the Union; is strongly concerned that a new, hybrid system without Union- wide eligibility rules does not contribute in terms of either simplification or performance of the CAP, and puts at risk the equal treatment of farmers and Member States; stresses that the new control and audit system might increase significantly administrative burden and lead to disproportionate loss of resources, due to its complexity;
Amendment 25 #
Draft opinion
Paragraph 4 a (new)
Paragraph 4 a (new)
4 a. Highlights that CAP support to young farmers has proven to be an essential tool, to be further strengthened; believes that digitalisation and innovation could be decisive instruments for the revitalisation of rural areas making them more attractive to young farmers;
Amendment 28 #
Draft opinion
Paragraph 4 b (new)
Paragraph 4 b (new)
4 b. Stresses that investments contributing to a resilient, sustainable and digital economic recovery in line with the agri-environment-climate objectives pursued under the European Green Deal are fundamental for the social and economic development of rural areas;
Amendment 35 #
Draft opinion
Paragraph 5 a (new)
Paragraph 5 a (new)
5 a. Calls on the Commission to update its analysis of CAP fraud risks more frequently; encourages it to assess Member States’ fraud prevention measures, sharing best practices;
Amendment 40 #
Draft opinion
Paragraph 5 b (new)
Paragraph 5 b (new)