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Why it is useful to read

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I am reminded how deeply unfashionable some of my ideas are. For example, if you want to understand the position of governments on an issue you can speak to them, or even easier,  read what they write. I find Peter Ludlow’s  EuroCcomment  briefing subscription essential reading. Read alongside the European Council Conclusions it provides a … Read more

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The Wise Men report on Europe

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On 10 July, the European Commission published the Report ‘Active Subsidiarity: A new way of working’. The European Commission does a lot. Arguably too much. And, on top of too much, new demands from security, defence and migration are being added. The resources are not going up. They are going down. Something has to give. … Read more

Why you need to follow the procedures – even if you work in the Commission

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Yesterday, the European General Court, struck down a Commission measure because no necessary Impact Assessment had been performed (link). This is a welcome decision. I hope the judgement is read widely. I have highlighted some extracts on (1) impact assessment , and (2) Risk Management.   Impact Assessment   171. In conclusion, it must be … Read more

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Better Regulation – Stock Taking

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From 2 May 2018 – 30 May 2018 the Commission would like your views on Better Regulation (link). The exercise will run throughout the year. The Road Map is below. It will be interesting to see who replies and what they say.   PART-2018-260352V1

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