Where the law stands, Dossier 2026/2778(RSP)
Evaluation of the Common Fisheries Policy and follow-up
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 17 September 2026. This is its final position on the matter.
- Tabled for plenary(done)
- Plenary vote(done) Adopted 17 September 2026
- Parliament’s position(done) Final
Decided in plenary
17 September 2026 · decision 7
Agriculture, food & fisheries, Resolution
Evaluation of the Common Fisheries Policy and follow-up
Adopted 368 for · 172 against · 69 abstained by a clear majority
AI summary:Parliament also welcomes the aim of the forthcoming Ocean Act to bring all ocean-related targets together in one legislative act.
What changed
Latest Tabled for plenary → Adopted by Parliament
No change of substance: the two versions differ only in presentation — cover page, numbering or the parts a report carries that the adopted text does not.
The text, version by version
Newest first.
Adopted by Parliament· 17 Sept 2026
AI summary:Parliament's resolution responds to the Commission's 2026 evaluation of the Common Fisheries Policy. It welcomes the evaluation but regrets the lack of a follow-up timetable, and calls for an ambitious, targeted revision of the policy.
Tabled for plenary· 9 Sept 2026
Tabled for plenary· 9 Sept 2026
Motion for a resolution B10-0387/2026
AI summary:This is a motion for a resolution on the evaluation of the Common Fisheries Policy (CFP) and its follow-up. It calls for a comprehensive reform of the CFP, including revision of its objectives, the abolition of the landing obligation, and changes to funding rules for fleet renewal.
Tabled for plenary· 9 Sept 2026
Tabled for plenary· 9 Sept 2026
Motion for a resolution B10-0388/2026
AI summary:Parliament welcomes the Commission's evaluation of the Common Fisheries Policy (CFP) and says the CFP remains fit for purpose but needs full implementation by member states.
Timeline
Newest first.
Plenary stage 3 steps
17 September 2026
Plenary vote
Sitting of 17 Sept 2026 Motion for a resolution B10-0386/2026Motion for a resolution B10-0387/2026Motion for a resolution B10-0388/2026Motion for a resolution B10-0389/2026Adopted text TA10-0315/2026
11 September 2026
5 amendments tabled for the plenary vote
Groups propose changes to the tabled text; each is voted on before the final vote.
9 July 2026
Debated in plenary
MEPs debated the text in the chamber ahead of the vote.
Official record: Legislative Observatory, 2026/2778(RSP)