Where the law stands, Dossier 2026/2652(RSP)
Implementation of the Urban Wastewater Treatment Directive (UWWTD) and risks to the security of supply of medicines
Resolution on a topical subject (RSP): Parliament states its view. It is not binding. · First reading
A resolution tabled by political groups, usually on an urgent matter or in reaction to a statement by the Commission or Council. Not binding.
Where it stands
Parliament’s position
Parliament adopted the text on 18 June 2026. This is its final position on the matter.
- Tabled for plenary(done)
- Plenary vote(done) Adopted 18 June 2026
- Parliament’s position(done) Final
Decided in plenary
18 June 2026 · decision 7
Climate & environment, Resolution
Implementation of the Urban Wastewater Treatment Directive (UWWTD) and risks to the security of supply of medicines
Adopted 294 for · 245 against · 28 abstained by a small majority
AI summary:It supports the directive's environmental goals but worries that higher-than-expected costs and the polluter-pays scheme could hurt medicine availability and EU manufacturing.
What changed
Latest Tabled for plenary → Adopted by Parliament
AI summary:Adds calls for a temporary suspension of EPR and quaternary treatment obligations pending an impact assessment and a Commission communication by July 2026. Adds recitals questioning cost estimates and the attribution of micropollutants to pharmaceuticals, and a call for progress on implementing acts. Removes a paragraph supporting the gradual implementation timeline and EPR as the preferred financing model. The other changes are formal or wording: updated recital letters, decimal separators, and renumbering.
The text, version by version
Newest first.
Adopted by Parliament· 18 Jun 2026
AI summary:Parliament reaffirms support for the revised Urban Wastewater Treatment Directive and its deadlines, stressing the need to reduce water pollution including micropollutants.
Tabled for plenary· 12 Jun 2026
Tabled for plenary· 10 Jun 2026
Motion for a resolution B10-0278/2026
AI summary:This resolution addresses the implementation of the Urban Wastewater Treatment Directive and its risks to medicine supply. It calls for a new impact assessment, a temporary suspension of quaternary treatment and EPR obligations, and measures to ensure a level playing field.
Tabled for plenary· 10 Jun 2026
Motion for a resolution B10-0281/2026
AI summary:The resolution reaffirms support for the full implementation of the revised Urban Wastewater Treatment Directive and defends extended producer responsibility (EPR) as a non-negotiable application of the polluter pays principle, rejecting any dilution or delay.
Tabled for plenary· 10 Jun 2026
Motion for a resolution B10-0279/2026
AI summary:This resolution addresses the implementation of the Urban Wastewater Treatment Directive and risks to medicine supply security. It affirms Member State competences, calls for flexibility, and warns against uniform EU requirements.
Tabled for plenary· 10 Jun 2026
Motion for a resolution B10-0280/2026
AI summary:This resolution expresses concern that the extended producer responsibility scheme under the Urban Wastewater Treatment Directive places a disproportionate financial burden on pharmaceutical and cosmetics sectors, risking medicine supply. It calls on the Commission to suspend Articles 9 and 10 and propose amendments after a new impact assessment.
Tabled for plenary· 10 Jun 2026
Motion for a resolution B10-0282/2026
AI summary:This resolution concerns the implementation of the Urban Wastewater Treatment Directive and its impact on medicine supply. It calls for a new study, a temporary suspension of certain EPR provisions, and possible revisions to the directive.
Tabled for plenary· 12 May 2026
Motion for a resolution B10-0240/2026
AI summary:This resolution supports the full implementation of the recast Urban Wastewater Treatment Directive, including its extended producer responsibility (EPR) scheme, and rejects efforts to delay or weaken it.
Tabled for plenary· 12 May 2026
Motion for a resolution B10-0243/2026
AI summary:The resolution addresses the implementation of the urban wastewater treatment directive and its impact on medicine supply. It reaffirms Member States' competences in healthcare and water policy, rejects extended producer responsibility for medicines, and calls for flexibility and proportionality in EU rules.
Tabled for plenary· 12 May 2026
Motion for a resolution B10-0238/2026
AI summary:This resolution addresses the implementation of the Urban Wastewater Treatment Directive (UWWTD) and its impact on medicine supply. It stresses protecting public health and the environment while avoiding unintended consequences for medicine accessibility, availability, and affordability.
Tabled for plenary· 12 May 2026
Motion for a resolution B10-0241/2026
AI summary:Parliament reaffirms support for the Urban Wastewater Treatment Directive and its extended producer responsibility (EPR) rules, rejecting any delay. It calls for full implementation, monitoring of medicine impacts, and fair cost-sharing by polluting sectors.
Tabled for plenary
Tabled for plenary
Timeline
Newest first.
Plenary stage 3 steps
18 June 2026
Plenary vote
Sitting of 18 Jun 2026 Motion for a resolution B10-0238/2026Motion for a resolution B10-0240/2026Motion for a resolution B10-0241/2026Motion for a resolution B10-0278/2026Motion for a resolution B10-0279/2026Motion for a resolution B10-0280/2026Motion for a resolution B10-0281/2026Motion for a resolution B10-0282/2026Adopted text TA10-0228/2026
12 June 2026
13 amendments tabled for the plenary vote
Groups propose changes to the tabled text; each is voted on before the final vote.
25 March 2026
Debated in plenary
MEPs debated the text in the chamber ahead of the vote.
Sitting of 25 Mar 2026 Motion for a resolution B10-0008/2026Oral question O-10-2026-000013
Official record: Legislative Observatory, 2026/2652(RSP)