amendment list, 19 May 2026
Establishing the Justice programme for the period 2028-2034 and repealing Regulation (EU) 2021/693
Document CJ03-AM-788926 · (COM(2025)0463 – 2025/0255(COD))
Committee on Legal Affairs Committee on Civil Liberties, Justice and Home Affairs
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Amendment 13
Daniel Buda
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 1
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| (1) Article 3 of the Treaty on European Union (TEU) provides that the Union is to offer its citizens an area of freedom, security and justice and Article 67 of the Treaty of the Functioning of the European Union (TFEU) further specifies that the Union is to constitute an area of freedom, security and justice with respect for fundamental rights and the different legal systems and traditions of the Member States. Justice is closely linked to core values on which the Union is founded, particularly the rule of law, democracy and respect for fundamental rights as enshrined in Article 2 TEU. Those core values imply the necessity of independent judiciaries operating within efficient justice systems. Judicial independence itself stems from the common constitutional traditions shared by all Member States, the rule of law, and from the principle of effective judicial protection provided for in Article 19(1) TEU and Article 47 of the Charter of Fundamental Rights of the European Union (the ‘Charter’). | (1) Article 3 of the Treaty on European Union (TEU) provides that the Union is to offer its citizens an area of freedom, security and justice and Article 67 of the Treaty of the Functioning of the European Union (TFEU) further specifies that the Union is to constitute an area of freedom, security and justice with respect for fundamental rights and the different legal systems and traditions of the Member States. Justice is closely linked to core values on which the Union is founded, particularly the rule of law, democracy and respect for fundamental rights as enshrined in Article 2 TEU. Those core values imply the necessity of independent judiciaries operating within efficient, accessible and high-quality justice systems, including through the use of modern digital tools. Judicial independence itself stems from the common constitutional traditions shared by all Member States, the rule of law, and from the principle of effective judicial protection provided for in Article 19(1) TEU and Article 47 of the Charter of Fundamental Rights of the European Union (the ‘Charter’). |
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Amendment 14
Pascale Piera, Ton Diepeveen, Alexandre Varaut
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 1
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| (1) Article 3 of the Treaty on European Union (TEU) provides that the Union is to offer its citizens an area of freedom, security and justice and Article 67 of the Treaty of the Functioning of the European Union (TFEU) further specifies that the Union is to constitute an area of freedom, security and justice with respect for fundamental rights and the different legal systems and traditions of the Member States. Justice is closely linked to core values on which the Union is founded, particularly the rule of law, democracy and respect for fundamental rights as enshrined in Article 2 TEU. Those core values imply the necessity of independent judiciaries operating within efficient justice systems. Judicial independence itself stems from the common constitutional traditions shared by all Member States, the rule of law, and from the principle of effective judicial protection provided for in Article 19(1) TEU and Article 47 of the Charter of Fundamental Rights of the European Union (the ‘Charter’). | (1) Article 3 of the Treaty on European Union (TEU) provides that the Union is to offer its citizens an area of freedom and security, while Article 4 TEU provides that it shall respect the national identities of Member States as well as their fundamental political and constitutional structures. Article 67 of the Treaty of the Functioning of the European Union (TFEU) further specifies that the Union is to constitute an area of freedom, security and justice with respect for fundamental rights and the different legal systems and traditions of the Member States. Those core values imply the necessity of independent judiciaries operating within efficient justice systems. Judicial independence itself results from the formation and development of national legal traditions, the strict separation of powers, the rule of law, and from the principle of effective judicial protection provided for in Article 19(1) TEU and Article 47 of the Charter of Fundamental Rights of the European Union (the ‘Charter’). |
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Amendment 15
Sebastian Tynkkynen
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 1
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| (1) Article 3 of the Treaty on European Union (TEU) provides that the Union is to offer its citizens an area of freedom, security and justice and Article 67 of the Treaty of the Functioning of the European Union (TFEU) further specifies that the Union is to constitute an area of freedom, security and justice with respect for fundamental rights and the different legal systems and traditions of the Member States. Justice is closely linked to core values on which the Union is founded, particularly the rule of law, democracy and respect for fundamental rights as enshrined in Article 2 TEU. Those core values imply the necessity of independent judiciaries operating within efficient justice systems. Judicial independence itself stems from the common constitutional traditions shared by all Member States, the rule of law, and from the principle of effective judicial protection provided for in Article 19(1) TEU and Article 47 of the Charter of Fundamental Rights of the European Union (the ‘Charter’). | (1) Article 3 of the Treaty on European Union (TEU) provides that the Union is to offer its citizens an area of freedom, security and justice and Article 67 of the Treaty of the Functioning of the European Union (TFEU) further specifies that the Union is to constitute an area of freedom, security and justice with respect for fundamental rights and the different legal systems and traditions of the Member States. Justice is closely linked to core values on which the Union is founded, particularly the rule of law, democracy and respect for fundamental rights as enshrined in Article 2 TEU. Those core values imply the necessity of independent judiciaries operating within efficient justice systems. Judicial independence itself stems from the constitutional traditions shared by all Member States, the rule of law, and from the principle of effective judicial protection provided for in Article 19(1) TEU and Article 47 of the Charter of Fundamental Rights of the European Union (the ‘Charter’). |
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Amendment 16
Pascale Piera, Ton Diepeveen, Alexandre Varaut
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 2
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| (2) The completion of an area of freedom, security and justice is still challenged by factors such as threats to the rule of law, several forms of serious crime and obstacles to access to justice and judicial cooperation. It is therefore more important than ever to promote, strengthen, and defend justice, which has direct implications for the political, economic, financial and social life in the Union and beyond and is necessary to prepare for an enlarged Union. Building on the 2021-2027 Justice programme established by Regulation (EU) 2021/693 of the European Parliament and of the Council3, this Regulation aims at establishing the Justice programme (the ‘Programme’) in order to support the further development of a Union area of justice based on the rule of law, fundamental rights, democracy, the independence and impartiality of the judiciary, mutual recognition and mutual trust, access to justice and cross-border judicial cooperation in civil and criminal matters. The Programme should also provide an enhanced focus on digitalisation of justice across all its specific objectives. | (2) Building on the 2021-2027 Justice programme established by Regulation (EU) 2021/693 of the European Parliament and of the Council3, this Regulation aims at establishing the Justice programme (the ‘Programme’) in order to support cross-border judicial cooperation in civil and criminal matters, with due respect for national rights. |
| 3 Regulation (EU) 2021/693 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 28 April 2021 establishing the Justice Programme and repealing Regulation (EU) 1382/2013 (OJ L 156, 5.5.2021, p. 21, ELI: http://data.europa.eu/eli/reg/2021/693/oj). | 3 Regulation (EU) 2021/693 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 28 April 2021 establishing the Justice Programme and repealing Regulation (EU) 1382/2013 (OJ L 156, 5.5.2021, p. 21, ELI: http://data.europa.eu/eli/reg/2021/693/oj). |
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Amendment 17
Daniel Buda
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 2
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| (2) The completion of an area of freedom, security and justice is still challenged by factors such as threats to the rule of law, several forms of serious crime and obstacles to access to justice and judicial cooperation. It is therefore more important than ever to promote, strengthen, and defend justice, which has direct implications for the political, economic, financial and social life in the Union and beyond and is necessary to prepare for an enlarged Union. Building on the 2021-2027 Justice programme established by Regulation (EU) 2021/693 of the European Parliament and of the Council3, this Regulation aims at establishing the Justice programme (the ‘Programme’) in order to support the further development of a Union area of justice based on the rule of law, fundamental rights, democracy, the independence and impartiality of the judiciary, mutual recognition and mutual trust, access to justice and cross-border judicial cooperation in civil and criminal matters. The Programme should also provide an enhanced focus on digitalisation of justice across all its specific objectives. | (2) The completion of an area of freedom, security and justice is still challenged by factors such as threats to the rule of law, several forms of serious crime and obstacles to access to justice and judicial cooperation, including the differentiated development of digitalisation in the Member States. It is therefore more important than ever to promote, strengthen, and defend justice, which has direct implications for the political, economic, financial and social life in the Union and beyond and is necessary to prepare for an enlarged Union. Building on the 2021-2027 Justice programme established by Regulation (EU) 2021/693 of the European Parliament and of the Council3, this Regulation aims at establishing the Justice programme (the ‘Programme’) in order to support the further development of a Union area of justice based on the rule of law, fundamental rights, democracy, the independence and impartiality of the judiciary, mutual recognition and mutual trust, access to justice and cross-border judicial cooperation in civil and criminal matters. The Programme should also provide an enhanced focus on digitalisation of justice across all its specific objectives, ensuring interoperability of national systems and respect for the principles of data security and protection of privacy. |
| 3 Regulation (EU) 2021/693 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 28 April 2021 establishing the Justice Programme and repealing Regulation (EU) 1382/2013 (OJ L 156, 5.5.2021, p. 21, ELI: http://data.europa.eu/eli/reg/2021/693/oj). | 3 Regulation (EU) 2021/693 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 28 April 2021 establishing the Justice Programme and repealing Regulation (EU) 1382/2013 (OJ L 156, 5.5.2021, p. 21, ELI: http://data.europa.eu/eli/reg/2021/693/oj). |
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Amendment 18
Gheorghe Piperea
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 2
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| (2) The completion of an area of freedom, security and justice is still challenged by factors such as threats to the rule of law, several forms of serious crime and obstacles to access to justice and judicial cooperation. It is therefore more important than ever to promote, strengthen, and defend justice, which has direct implications for the political, economic, financial and social life in the Union and beyond and is necessary to prepare for an enlarged Union. Building on the 2021-2027 Justice programme established by Regulation (EU) 2021/693 of the European Parliament and of the Council3 , this Regulation aims at establishing the Justice programme (the ‘Programme’) in order to support the further development of a Union area of justice based on the rule of law, fundamental rights, democracy, the independence and impartiality of the judiciary, mutual recognition and mutual trust, access to justice and cross-border judicial cooperation in civil and criminal matters. The Programme should also provide an enhanced focus on digitalisation of justice across all its specific objectives. | (2) The completion of an area of freedom, security and justice is still challenged by factors such as threats to the rule of law, several forms of serious crime and obstacles to access to justice and judicial cooperation. It is therefore more important than ever to promote, strengthen, and defend justice, which has direct implications for the political, economic, financial and social life in the Union and beyond and is necessary to prepare for an enlarged Union. Building on the 2021-2027 Justice programme established by Regulation (EU) 2021/693 of the European Parliament and of the Council3 , this Regulation aims at establishing the Justice programme (the ‘Programme’) in order to support the further development of a Union area of justice based on the rule of law, fundamental rights, democracy, the independence and impartiality of the judiciary, mutual recognition and mutual trust, access to justice and cross-border judicial cooperation in civil and criminal matters. The Programme should also provide an enhanced focus on digitalisation of justice across all its specific objectives and contribute to the mitigation of risks arising from AI interference in judicial processes, in order to uphold the highest standards within the Union’s area of justice. |
| 3 Regulation (EU) 2021/693 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 28 April 2021 establishing the Justice Programme and repealing Regulation (EU) 1382/2013 (OJ L 156, 5.5.2021, p. 21, ELI: http://data.europa.eu/eli/reg/2021/693/oj). | 3 Regulation (EU) 2021/693 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 28 April 2021 establishing the Justice Programme and repealing Regulation (EU) 1382/2013 (OJ L 156, 5.5.2021, p. 21, ELI: http://data.europa.eu/eli/reg/2021/693/oj). |
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Amendment 19
Tobiasz Bocheński
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 2
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| (2) The completion of an area of freedom, security and justice is still challenged by factors such as threats to the rule of law, several forms of serious crime and obstacles to access to justice and judicial cooperation. It is therefore more important than ever to promote, strengthen, and defend justice, which has direct implications for the political, economic, financial and social life in the Union and beyond and is necessary to prepare for an enlarged Union. Building on the 2021-2027 Justice programme established by Regulation (EU) 2021/693 of the European Parliament and of the Council3 , this Regulation aims at establishing the Justice programme (the ‘Programme’) in order to support the further development of a Union area of justice based on the rule of law, fundamental rights, democracy, the independence and impartiality of the judiciary, mutual recognition and mutual trust, access to justice and cross-border judicial cooperation in civil and criminal matters. The Programme should also provide an enhanced focus on digitalisation of justice across all its specific objectives. | (2) The completion of an area of freedom, security and justice is still challenged by factors such as threats to the rule of law, including breaches of this principle by the institutions of the European Union itself, several forms of serious crime and obstacles to access to justice and judicial cooperation. It is therefore more important than ever to promote, strengthen, and defend justice, which has direct implications for the political, economic, financial and social life in the Union and beyond and is necessary to prepare for an enlarged Union. Building on the 2021-2027 Justice programme established by Regulation (EU) 2021/693 of the European Parliament and of the Council3 , this Regulation aims at establishing the Justice programme (the ‘Programme’) in order to support the further development of a Union area of justice based on the rule of law, fundamental rights, democracy, the independence and impartiality of the judiciary, mutual recognition and mutual trust, access to justice and cross-border judicial cooperation in civil and criminal matters. The Programme should also provide an enhanced focus on digitalisation of justice across all its specific objectives. |
| 3 Regulation (EU) 2021/693 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 28 April 2021 establishing the Justice Programme and repealing Regulation (EU) 1382/2013 (OJ L 156, 5.5.2021, p. 21, ELI: http://data.europa.eu/eli/reg/2021/693/oj). | 3 Regulation (EU) 2021/693 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 28 April 2021 establishing the Justice Programme and repealing Regulation (EU) 1382/2013 (OJ L 156, 5.5.2021, p. 21, ELI: http://data.europa.eu/eli/reg/2021/693/oj). |
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Amendment 20
Sebastian Tynkkynen
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 2
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| (2) The completion of an area of freedom, security and justice is still challenged by factors such as threats to the rule of law, several forms of serious crime and obstacles to access to justice and judicial cooperation. It is therefore more important than ever to promote, strengthen, and defend justice, which has direct implications for the political, economic, financial and social life in the Union and beyond and is necessary to prepare for an enlarged Union. Building on the 2021-2027 Justice programme established by Regulation (EU) 2021/693 of the European Parliament and of the Council3, this Regulation aims at establishing the Justice programme (the ‘Programme’) in order to support the further development of a Union area of justice based on the rule of law, fundamental rights, democracy, the independence and impartiality of the judiciary, mutual recognition and mutual trust, access to justice and cross-border judicial cooperation in civil and criminal matters. The Programme should also provide an enhanced focus on digitalisation of justice across all its specific objectives. | (2) The completion of an area of freedom, security and justice is still challenged by factors such as threats to the rule of law, the consequences of illegal immigration, several forms of serious crime and obstacles to access to justice and judicial cooperation. It is therefore more important than ever to promote, strengthen, and defend justice, which has direct implications for the political, economic, financial and social life in the Union and beyond and is necessary to prepare for a potentially enlarged Union. Building on the 2021-2027 Justice programme established by Regulation (EU) 2021/693 of the European Parliament and of the Council3, this Regulation aims at establishing the Justice programme (the ‘Programme’) in order to support the further development of a Union area of justice based on the rule of law, fundamental rights, democracy, the independence and impartiality of the judiciary, mutual recognition and mutual trust, access to justice and cross-border judicial cooperation in civil and criminal matters. The Programme should also provide an enhanced focus on digitalisation of justice across all its specific objectives. |
| 3 Regulation (EU) 2021/693 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 28 April 2021 establishing the Justice Programme and repealing Regulation (EU) 1382/2013 (OJ L 156, 5.5.2021, p. 21, ELI: http://data.europa.eu/eli/reg/2021/693/oj). | 3 Regulation (EU) 2021/693 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 28 April 2021 establishing the Justice Programme and repealing Regulation (EU) 1382/2013 (OJ L 156, 5.5.2021, p. 21, ELI: http://data.europa.eu/eli/reg/2021/693/oj). |
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Amendment 21
Tineke Strik, Jaume Asens Llodrà, Katarina Barley, Krzysztof Śmiszek, Dainius Žalimas, Nikola Minchev
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 2
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| (2) The completion of an area of freedom, security and justice is still challenged by factors such as threats to the rule of law, several forms of serious crime and obstacles to access to justice and judicial cooperation. It is therefore more important than ever to promote, strengthen, and defend justice, which has direct implications for the political, economic, financial and social life in the Union and beyond and is necessary to prepare for an enlarged Union. Building on the 2021-2027 Justice programme established by Regulation (EU) 2021/693 of the European Parliament and of the Council3 , this Regulation aims at establishing the Justice programme (the ‘Programme’) in order to support the further development of a Union area of justice based on the rule of law, fundamental rights, democracy, the independence and impartiality of the judiciary, mutual recognition and mutual trust, access to justice and cross-border judicial cooperation in civil and criminal matters. The Programme should also provide an enhanced focus on digitalisation of justice across all its specific objectives. | (2) The completion of an area of freedom, security and justice is still challenged by factors such as threats to the rule of law and to the independence of judicial systems, several forms of serious crime and obstacles to access to justice and judicial cooperation. It is therefore more important than ever to promote, strengthen, and defend justice, which has direct implications for the political, economic, financial and social life in the Union and beyond and is necessary to prepare for an enlarged Union. Building on the 2021-2027 Justice programme established by Regulation (EU) 2021/693 of the European Parliament and of the Council3 , this Regulation aims at establishing the Justice programme (the ‘Programme’) in order to support the further development of a Union area of justice based on the rule of law, fundamental rights, democracy, the independence and impartiality of the judiciary, mutual recognition and mutual trust, access to justice and cross-border judicial cooperation in civil and criminal matters. The Programme should also provide an enhanced focus on digitalisation of justice across all its specific objectives. |
| 3 Regulation (EU) 2021/693 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 28 April 2021 establishing the Justice Programme and repealing Regulation (EU) 1382/2013 (OJ L 156, 5.5.2021, p. 21, ELI: http://data.europa.eu/eli/reg/2021/693/oj). | 3 Regulation (EU) 2021/693 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 28 April 2021 establishing the Justice Programme and repealing Regulation (EU) 1382/2013 (OJ L 156, 5.5.2021, p. 21, ELI: http://data.europa.eu/eli/reg/2021/693/oj). |
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Amendment 22
François-Xavier Bellamy, Nadine Morano
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 2
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| (2) The completion of an area of freedom, security and justice is still challenged by factors such as threats to the rule of law, several forms of serious crime and obstacles to access to justice and judicial cooperation. It is therefore more important than ever to promote, strengthen, and defend justice, which has direct implications for the political, economic, financial and social life in the Union and beyond and is necessary to prepare for an enlarged Union. Building on the 2021-2027 Justice programme established by Regulation (EU) 2021/693 of the European Parliament and of the Council3, this Regulation aims at establishing the Justice programme (the ‘Programme’) in order to support the further development of a Union area of justice based on the rule of law, fundamental rights, democracy, the independence and impartiality of the judiciary, mutual recognition and mutual trust, access to justice and cross-border judicial cooperation in civil and criminal matters. The Programme should also provide an enhanced focus on digitalisation of justice across all its specific objectives. | (2) The completion of an area of freedom, security and justice is still challenged by factors such as threats to the rule of law, several forms of serious crime and obstacles to access to justice and judicial cooperation. It is therefore more important than ever to promote, strengthen, and defend justice, which has direct implications for the political, economic, financial and social life in the Union and beyond. Building on the 2021-2027 Justice programme established by Regulation (EU) 2021/693 of the European Parliament and of the Council3, this Regulation aims at establishing the Justice programme (the ‘Programme’) in order to support the further development of a Union area of justice based on the rule of law, fundamental rights, democracy, the independence and impartiality of the judiciary, mutual recognition and mutual trust, access to justice and cross-border judicial cooperation in civil and criminal matters. The Programme should also provide an enhanced focus on digitalisation of justice across all its specific objectives. |
| 3 Regulation (EU) 2021/693 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 28 April 2021 establishing the Justice Programme and repealing Regulation (EU) 1382/2013 (OJ L 156, 5.5.2021, p. 21, ELI: http://data.europa.eu/eli/reg/2021/693/oj). | 3 Regulation (EU) 2021/693 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 28 April 2021 establishing the Justice Programme and repealing Regulation (EU) 1382/2013 (OJ L 156, 5.5.2021, p. 21, ELI: http://data.europa.eu/eli/reg/2021/693/oj). |
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Amendment 23
Pascale Piera, Ton Diepeveen, Alexandre Varaut
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 4
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| (4) In a rapidly changing economic, social and geopolitical environment, which creates uncertainties and challenges, recent experience has shown the need for a more flexible multiannual financial framework and Union spending programmes. To that effect, and in line with the objectives of the Justice programme, the funding should duly consider the evolving policy needs and Union’s priorities as identified in relevant documents published by the Commission, in Council conclusions and European Parliament resolutions, while ensuring sufficient predictability for the budget implementation. | deleted |
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Amendment 24
Tineke Strik, Jaume Asens Llodrà, Katarina Barley, Krzysztof Śmiszek, Dainius Žalimas, Nikola Minchev
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 4
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| (4) In a rapidly changing economic, social and geopolitical environment, which creates uncertainties and challenges, recent experience has shown the need for a more flexible multiannual financial framework and Union spending programmes. To that effect, and in line with the objectives of the Justice programme, the funding should duly consider the evolving policy needs and Union’s priorities as identified in relevant documents published by the Commission, in Council conclusions and European Parliament resolutions, while ensuring sufficient predictability for the budget implementation. | (4) In a rapidly changing economic, social and geopolitical environment, which creates uncertainties and challenges, recent experience has shown the need for a more flexible multiannual financial framework and Union spending programmes. To that effect, and in line with the objectives of the Justice programme, the funding should duly consider the evolving policy needs and Union’s priorities as identified in relevant documents published by the Commission, in Council conclusions and European Parliament resolutions. At the same time, it is important to ensure sufficient predictability for the budget implementation for each objective. To that end, the new Justice Programme is not allocating a fixed percentage of its budget to each objective, but instead introduces minimum and maximum percentages. |
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Amendment 25
Daniel Buda
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 4
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| (4) In a rapidly changing economic, social and geopolitical environment, which creates uncertainties and challenges, recent experience has shown the need for a more flexible multiannual financial framework and Union spending programmes. To that effect, and in line with the objectives of the Justice programme, the funding should duly consider the evolving policy needs and Union’s priorities as identified in relevant documents published by the Commission, in Council conclusions and European Parliament resolutions, while ensuring sufficient predictability for the budget implementation. | (4) In a rapidly changing economic, social and geopolitical environment, which creates uncertainties and challenges, recent experience has shown the need for a more flexible multiannual financial framework and Union spending programmes, including through mechanisms that enable rapid adaptation to crises and unforeseen geopolitical developments. To that effect, and in line with the objectives of the Justice programme, the funding should duly consider the evolving policy needs and Union’s priorities as identified in relevant documents published by the Commission, in Council conclusions and European Parliament resolutions, while ensuring sufficient predictability for the budget implementation. |
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Amendment 26
Sebastian Tynkkynen
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 4
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| (4) In a rapidly changing economic, social and geopolitical environment, which creates uncertainties and challenges, recent experience has shown the need for a more flexible multiannual financial framework and Union spending programmes. To that effect, and in line with the objectives of the Justice programme, the funding should duly consider the evolving policy needs and Union’s priorities as identified in relevant documents published by the Commission, in Council conclusions and European Parliament resolutions, while ensuring sufficient predictability for the budget implementation. | (4) In a rapidly changing economic, social and geopolitical environment, which creates uncertainties and challenges, recent experience has shown the need for a more disciplined multiannual financial framework and Union spending programmes, focused on the EU’s most important priorities. To that effect, and in line with the objectives of the Justice programme, the funding should duly consider the evolving policy needs and measures to prioritise the Union’s and Member States’ most critical needs, such as security, external border controls, and effective removal from the Union’s territory of people who are in the Union illegally. |
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Amendment 27
François-Xavier Bellamy, Nadine Morano
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 4
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| (4) In a rapidly changing economic, social and geopolitical environment, which creates uncertainties and challenges, recent experience has shown the need for a more flexible multiannual financial framework and Union spending programmes. To that effect, and in line with the objectives of the Justice programme, the funding should duly consider the evolving policy needs and Union’s priorities as identified in relevant documents published by the Commission, in Council conclusions and European Parliament resolutions, while ensuring sufficient predictability for the budget implementation. | (4) In a rapidly changing economic, social, security and geopolitical environment, which creates uncertainties and challenges, recent experience has shown the need for a more flexible multiannual financial framework and Union spending programmes. To that effect, and in line with the objectives of the Justice programme, the funding should duly consider the evolving policy needs and Union’s priorities as identified in relevant documents published by the Commission, in Council conclusions and European Parliament resolutions, while ensuring sufficient predictability for the budget implementation. |
Or. fr
Amendment 28
François-Xavier Bellamy, Nadine Morano
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 6
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| (6) In accordance with Regulation (EU, Euratom) 2024/2509, Regulation (EU, Euratom) No 883/2013 of the European Parliament and of the Council5, Council Regulation (EC, Euratom) No 2988/956, Council Regulation (Euratom, EC) No 2185/967 and Council Regulation (EU) 2017/19398, the financial interests of the Union are to be protected through proportionate measures, including the prevention, detection, correction and investigation of irregularities and fraud, the recovery of funds lost, wrongly paid or incorrectly used and, where appropriate, the imposition of administrative sanctions. In particular, in accordance with Regulations (EU, Euratom) No 883/2013 and (Euratom, EC) No 2185/96, the European Anti-Fraud Office (OLAF) may carry out investigations, including on-the-spot checks and inspections, with a view to establishing whether there has been fraud, corruption or any other illegal activity affecting the financial interests of the Union. In accordance with Regulation (EU) 2017/1939, the European Public Prosecutor's Office (EPPO) may investigate and prosecute fraud and other illegal activities affecting the financial interests of the Union as provided for in Directive (EU) 2017/1371 of the European Parliament and of the Council9. In accordance with Regulation (EU, Euratom) 2024/2509, any person or entity receiving Union funds is to fully cooperate in the protection of the Union’s financial interests, to grant the necessary rights and access to the Commission, OLAF, EPPO and the European Court of Auditors and to ensure that any third parties involved in the implementation of Union funds grant equivalent rights. | (6) In accordance with Regulation (EU, Euratom) 2024/2509, Regulation (EU, Euratom) No 883/2013 of the European Parliament and of the Council5, Council Regulation (EC, Euratom) No 2988/956, Council Regulation (Euratom, EC) No 2185/967 and Council Regulation (EU) 2017/19398, the financial interests of the Union are to be protected through proportionate measures, including the prevention, detection, correction and investigation of irregularities and fraud, the recovery of funds lost, wrongly paid or incorrectly used and, where appropriate, the imposition of administrative sanctions. In particular, in accordance with Regulations (EU, Euratom) No 883/2013 and (Euratom, EC) No 2185/96, the European Anti-Fraud Office (OLAF) may carry out investigations, including on-the-spot checks and inspections, with a view to establishing whether there has been fraud, corruption or any other illegal activity affecting the financial interests of the Union. In accordance with Regulation (EU) 2017/1939, the European Public Prosecutor's Office (EPPO) may investigate and prosecute fraud and other illegal activities affecting the financial interests of the Union as provided for in Directive (EU) 2017/1371 of the European Parliament and of the Council9. In accordance with Regulation (EU, Euratom) 2024/2509, any person or entity receiving Union funds is to fully cooperate in the protection of the Union’s financial interests, to grant the necessary rights and access to the Commission, OLAF, EPPO and the European Court of Auditors and to ensure that any third parties involved in the implementation of Union funds grant equivalent rights. Points out that transparency in the allocation of European funds to NGOs is crucial to ensure sound management of public resources. |
| 5 Regulation (EU, Euratom) No 883/2013 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 11 September 2013 concerning investigations conducted by the European Anti-Fraud Office (OLAF) and repealing Regulation (EC) No 1073/1999 of the European Parliament and of the Council and Council Regulation (Euratom) No 1074/1999 (OJ L 248, 18.9.2013, p. 1, ELI: http://data.europa.eu/eli/reg/2013/883/oj). | 5 Regulation (EU, Euratom) No 883/2013 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 11 September 2013 concerning investigations conducted by the European Anti-Fraud Office (OLAF) and repealing Regulation (EC) No 1073/1999 of the European Parliament and of the Council and Council Regulation (Euratom) No 1074/1999 (OJ L 248, 18.9.2013, p. 1, ELI: http://data.europa.eu/eli/reg/2013/883/oj). |
| 6 Council Regulation (EC, Euratom) No 2988/95 of 18 December 1995 on the protection of the European Communities financial interests (OJ L 312, 23.12.95, p. 1, ELI: http://data.europa.eu/eli/reg/1995/2988/oj). | 6 Council Regulation (EC, Euratom) No 2988/95 of 18 December 1995 on the protection of the European Communities financial interests (OJ L 312, 23.12.95, p. 1, ELI: http://data.europa.eu/eli/reg/1995/2988/oj). |
| 7 Council Regulation (Euratom, EC) No 2185/96 of 11 November 1996 concerning on-the-spot checks and inspections carried out by the Commission in order to protect the European Communities’ financial interests against fraud and other irregularities (OJ L 292, 15.11.1996, p. 2, ELI: http://data.europa.eu/eli/reg/1996/2185/oj)2-. | 7 Council Regulation (Euratom, EC) No 2185/96 of 11 November 1996 concerning on-the-spot checks and inspections carried out by the Commission in order to protect the European Communities’ financial interests against fraud and other irregularities (OJ L 292, 15.11.1996, p. 2, ELI: http://data.europa.eu/eli/reg/1996/2185/oj)2-. |
| 8 Council Regulation (EU) 2017/1939 of 12 October 2017 implementing enhanced cooperation on the establishment of the European Public Prosecutor’s Office (‘the EPPO’) (OJ L 283, 31.10.2017, p. 1, ELI: http://data.europa.eu/eli/reg/2017/1939/oj). | 8 Council Regulation (EU) 2017/1939 of 12 October 2017 implementing enhanced cooperation on the establishment of the European Public Prosecutor’s Office (‘the EPPO’) (OJ L 283, 31.10.2017, p. 1, ELI: http://data.europa.eu/eli/reg/2017/1939/oj). |
| 9 Directive (EU) 2017/1371 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 5 July 2017 on the fight against fraud to the Union's financial interests by means of criminal law (OJ L 198, 28.7.2017, p. 29, ELI: http://data.europa.eu/eli/dir/2017/1371/oj). | 9 Directive (EU) 2017/1371 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 5 July 2017 on the fight against fraud to the Union's financial interests by means of criminal law (OJ L 198, 28.7.2017, p. 29, ELI: http://data.europa.eu/eli/dir/2017/1371/oj). |
Or. fr
Amendment 29
Nikola Minchev, Raquel García Hermida-Van Der Walle, Dainius Žalimas
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 6 a (new)
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| (6 a) Given the specific nature of the Justice Programme and its direct relevance to the independence, quality and integrity of justice systems, any additional financial or non-financial contributions from third parties should be accepted only where the protection of the Union’s interests is ensured. Such contributions should not give rise to undue influence over the priorities, implementation or outcomes of actions supported under the Programme, nor undermine the independence of justice systems, judicial actors or other beneficiaries involved in its implementation. |
Or. en
Amendment 30
Tineke Strik, Jaume Asens Llodrà, Katarina Barley, Krzysztof Śmiszek, Dainius Žalimas, Nikola Minchev
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 7
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| (7) The Programme is to be implemented in accordance with Regulation (EU) XXX of the European Parliament and of the Council [Performance Regulation]10 which establishes the rules for the expenditure tracking and the performance framework for the budget, including rules for ensuring a uniform application of the principles of ‘do no significant harm’ and gender equality referred to in Article 33(2), points (d) and (f), of Regulation (EU, Euratom) 2024/2509 respectively, rules for monitoring and reporting on the performance of Union programmes and activities, rules for establishing a Union funding portal, rules for the evaluation of the programmes, as well as other horizontal provisions applicable to all Union programmes such as those on information, communication and visibility. | (7) The Programme is to be implemented in accordance with Regulation (EU) XXX of the European Parliament and of the Council [Performance Regulation]10 which establishes the framework rules for the expenditure tracking and the performance framework for the budget, including rules for ensuring a uniform application of the principles of ‘do no significant harm’ and gender equality referred to in Article 33(2), points (d) and (f), of Regulation (EU, Euratom) 2024/2509 respectively, rules for monitoring and reporting on the performance of Union programmes and activities, rules for establishing a Union funding portal, rules for the evaluation of the programmes, as well as other horizontal provisions applicable to all Union programmes such as those on information, communication and visibility. The inclusion of horizontal principles in a single framework must enable more effective tracking methodologies and parliamentary scrutiny without creating additional burdens. The provisions of the Performance Regulation that concern the Justice Programme are to be applied in conjunction with the specific provisions included in the regulation at hand on performance and mainstreaming regarding fundamental rights, and that build on the positive experience of the previous two Justice Programmes. Furthermore, the implementation of the Programme should be fully consistent with the EU’s rule of law conditionality framework and the Charter horizontal enabling condition under the Common Provisions Regulation. |
| 10 Proposal for a Regulation (EU) XXX of the European Parliament and of the Council establishing a budget expenditure tracking and performance framework and other horizontal rules for the Union programmes and activities (OJ L …, …., ELI: …). | 10 Proposal for a Regulation (EU) XXX of the European Parliament and of the Council establishing a budget expenditure tracking and performance framework and other horizontal rules for the Union programmes and activities (OJ L …, …., ELI: …). |
Or. en
Amendment 31
Pascale Piera, Ton Diepeveen, Alexandre Varaut
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 7
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| (7) The Programme is to be implemented in accordance with Regulation (EU) XXX of the European Parliament and of the Council [Performance Regulation]10 which establishes the rules for the expenditure tracking and the performance framework for the budget, including rules for ensuring a uniform application of the principles of ‘do no significant harm’ and gender equality referred to in Article 33(2), points (d) and (f), of Regulation (EU, Euratom) 2024/2509 respectively, rules for monitoring and reporting on the performance of Union programmes and activities, rules for establishing a Union funding portal, rules for the evaluation of the programmes, as well as other horizontal provisions applicable to all Union programmes such as those on information, communication and visibility. | (7) The Programme is to be implemented in accordance with Regulation (EU) XXX of the European Parliament and of the Council [Performance Regulation]10 which establishes the rules for the expenditure tracking and the performance framework for the budget, rules for monitoring and reporting on the performance of Union programmes and activities, rules for establishing a Union funding portal, rules for the evaluation of the programmes, as well as all provisions applicable to Union programmes, in particular those on information, communication, visibility, control, actions and expenditure tracking, and transparency. |
| 10 Proposal for a Regulation (EU) XXX of the European Parliament and of the Council establishing a budget expenditure tracking and performance framework and other horizontal rules for the Union programmes and activities (OJ L …, …., ELI: …). | 10 Proposal for a Regulation (EU) XXX of the European Parliament and of the Council establishing a budget expenditure tracking and performance framework and other horizontal rules for the Union programmes and activities (OJ L …, …., ELI: …). |
Or. fr
Amendment 32
Sebastian Tynkkynen
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 7
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
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| (7) The Programme is to be implemented in accordance with Regulation (EU) XXX of the European Parliament and of the Council [Performance Regulation]10 which establishes the framework rules for the expenditure tracking and the performance framework for the budget, including rules for ensuring a uniform application of the principles of ‘do no significant harm’ and gender equality referred to in Article 33(2), points (d) and (f), of Regulation (EU, Euratom) 2024/2509 respectively, rules for monitoring and reporting on the performance of Union programmes and activities, rules for establishing a Union funding portal, rules for the evaluation of the programmes, as well as other horizontal provisions applicable to all Union programmes such as those on information, communication and visibility. | (7) The Programme is to be implemented in accordance with Regulation (EU) XXX of the European Parliament and of the Council [Performance Regulation]10 which establishes the rules for the expenditure tracking and the performance framework for the budget, including rules for ensuring a uniform application of the principle of ‘do no significant harm’ referred to in Article 33(2), point (d), of Regulation (EU, Euratom) 2024/2509, rules for monitoring and reporting on the performance of Union programmes and activities, rules for establishing a Union funding portal, rules for the evaluation of the programmes, as well as other horizontal provisions applicable to all Union programmes such as those on information, communication and visibility. |
| 10 Proposal for a Regulation (EU) XXX of the European Parliament and of the Council establishing a budget expenditure tracking and performance framework and other horizontal rules for the Union programmes and activities (OJ L …, …., ELI: …). | 10 Proposal for a Regulation (EU) XXX of the European Parliament and of the Council establishing a budget expenditure tracking and performance framework and other horizontal rules for the Union programmes and activities (OJ L …, …., ELI: …). |
Or. fi
Amendment 33
Tineke Strik, Jaume Asens Llodrà, Katarina Barley, Krzysztof Śmiszek, Dainius Žalimas, Nikola Minchev
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 7 a (new)
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| (7 a) Respect for fundamental rights as well as for common principles and values, such as non-discrimination and equal treatment on the basis of any of the grounds listed in Article 21 of the Charter, should be ensured and fostered at all levels as a European area of justice is further developed. This is in particular the case for persons who face discrimination or are in a situation of vulnerability, such as persons with disabilities in accordance with Article 13 of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities[1], children and young people, minorities, LGBTIQ+ persons and victims of gender-based violence, domestic violence and other forms of interpersonal violence. Therefore, in line with Articles 8 and 10 TFEU, the Justice Programme in all its activities should support gender mainstreaming, including gender budgeting, and the mainstreaming of non-discrimination objectives. Pursuant to Article 3(3) of the TEU, Article 24 of the Charter and the 1989 United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child, the Programme should support the protection of and mainstream the promotion of the rights of the child. Children involved in legal proceedings, whether as witnesses, victims, suspects, accused or convicted persons, or other parties, often face significant barriers which undermine their ability to participate effectively and to benefit from appropriate safeguards. It is therefore necessary to strengthen the capacity of national justice systems and practitioners to address the specific needs and best interest of children. Relevant actions under the programme should properly take into account the rights of children in the context of civil and criminal justice, including the protection of children accompanying parents in detention and children of imprisoned parents. Moreover, the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities confirms the right to full legal capacity and access to justice for persons with disabilities. To support mainstreaming, it is also important to provide information to applicants on how to take this into account. | |
| [1] OJ L 23, 27.01.2010, p. 37, ELI: http://data.europa.eu/eli/convention/2010/48(1)/oj. |
Or. en
Amendment 34
Tineke Strik, Jaume Asens Llodrà, Katarina Barley, Krzysztof Śmiszek, Dainius Žalimas, Nikola Minchev
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 7 b (new)
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| (7 b) The Programme should support cooperation with international organisations for the purpose of achieving its objectives. The European Commission for Democracy through Law (Venice Commission) plays a key role as a standard-setter. The Commission and Member States should duly take into account relevant Venice Commission opinions and recommendations when assessing proposals for funding and evaluating activities approved for funding under the Programme. |
Or. en
Amendment 35
Pascale Piera, Ton Diepeveen, Alexandre Varaut
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 8
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| (8) Measures under the Programme should support enhanced mutual recognition and enforcement of judgments and judicial decisions in civil and criminal matters, mutual trust between Member States and the necessary approximation of legislation in order to facilitate cooperation between all the relevant authorities, including by digital means. The Programme should also support the maintenance and setting up of existing and new IT tools or platforms for new judicial cooperation instruments. While harvesting the efficiency gains of digitalisation of justice, the protection of fundamental rights, in accordance with the Charter, as well as safeguards against inequalities, discrimination and exclusion should be ensured. | (8) Measures under the Programme are to contribute exclusively to facilitating cross-border judicial cooperation in civil and criminal matters. |
Or. fr
Amendment 36
Daniel Buda
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 8
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| (8) Measures under the Programme should support enhanced mutual recognition and enforcement of judgments and judicial decisions in civil and criminal matters, mutual trust between Member States and the necessary approximation of legislation in order to facilitate cooperation between all the relevant authorities, including by digital means. The Programme should also support the maintenance and setting up of existing and new IT tools or platforms for new judicial cooperation instruments. While harvesting the efficiency gains of digitalisation of justice, the protection of fundamental rights, in accordance with the Charter, as well as safeguards against inequalities, discrimination and exclusion should be ensured. | (8) Measures under the Programme should support enhanced mutual recognition and enforcement of judgments and judicial decisions in civil and criminal matters, mutual trust between Member States and the necessary approximation of legislation in order to facilitate cooperation between all the relevant authorities, including by harmonised digital means. The Programme should also support the maintenance and setting up of existing and new, accessible IT tools or platforms, adapted in a harmonised manner across the Member States, for new judicial cooperation instruments. While harvesting the efficiency gains of digitalisation of justice, the protection of fundamental rights, in accordance with the Charter, as well as safeguards against inequalities, discrimination and exclusion should be ensured. At the same time, the principles of subsidiarity and proportionality as set out in Article 5 of the Treaty on European Union must be respected. |
Or. ro
Amendment 37
Gheorghe Piperea
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 8
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| (8) Measures under the Programme should support enhanced mutual recognition and enforcement of judgments and judicial decisions in civil and criminal matters, mutual trust between Member States and the necessary approximation of legislation in order to facilitate cooperation between all the relevant authorities, including by digital means. The Programme should also support the maintenance and setting up of existing and new IT tools or platforms for new judicial cooperation instruments. While harvesting the efficiency gains of digitalisation of justice, the protection of fundamental rights, in accordance with the Charter, as well as safeguards against inequalities, discrimination and exclusion should be ensured. | (8) Measures under the Programme should support enhanced mutual recognition and enforcement of judgments and judicial decisions in civil and criminal matters, mutual trust between Member States and the necessary approximation of legislation in order to facilitate cooperation between all the relevant authorities, including by digital means. The Programme should also support the maintenance and setting up of existing and new IT tools or platforms for new judicial cooperation instruments. While harvesting the efficiency gains of digitalisation of justice, the protection of fundamental rights, in accordance with the Charter, as well as safeguards against inequalities, discrimination and exclusion should be ensured. In order to facilitate mutual recognition and mutual trust, human judgment should remain the standard for decision-making in judicial processes across all justice systems in the Member States. |
Or. en
Amendment 38
Jaroslav Bžoch
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 8
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| (8) Measures under the Programme should support enhanced mutual recognition and enforcement of judgments and judicial decisions in civil and criminal matters, mutual trust between Member States and the necessary approximation of legislation in order to facilitate cooperation between all the relevant authorities, including by digital means. The Programme should also support the maintenance and setting up of existing and new IT tools or platforms for new judicial cooperation instruments. While harvesting the efficiency gains of digitalisation of justice, the protection of fundamental rights, in accordance with the Charter, as well as safeguards against inequalities, discrimination and exclusion should be ensured. | (8) Measures under the Programme should support enhanced mutual recognition and enforcement of judgments and judicial decisions in civil and criminal matters, mutual trust between Member States and the necessary approximation of legislation in order to facilitate cooperation between all the relevant authorities, including by digital means. The Programme should also support the maintenance and setting up of existing and new IT tools or platforms for new judicial cooperation instruments. While harvesting the efficiency gains of digitalisation of justice, the protection of fundamental rights, in accordance with the Charter, as well as safeguards against inequalities, discrimination and exclusion should be ensured. The programme should be implemented in a manner that ensures coherence with other Union programmes and instruments fostering synergies and avoiding duplication of activities. |
Or. en
Amendment 39
Sebastian Tynkkynen
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 8
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| (8) Measures under the Programme should support enhanced mutual recognition and enforcement of judgments and judicial decisions in civil and criminal matters, mutual trust between Member States and the necessary approximation of legislation in order to facilitate cooperation between all the relevant authorities, including by digital means. The Programme should also support the maintenance and setting up of existing and new IT tools or platforms for new judicial cooperation instruments. While harvesting the efficiency gains of digitalisation of justice, the protection of fundamental rights, in accordance with the Charter, as well as safeguards against inequalities, discrimination and exclusion should be ensured. | (8) Measures under the Programme should support enhanced mutual recognition and enforcement of judgments and judicial decisions in civil and criminal matters, mutual trust between Member States and the facilitation of cooperation between all the relevant authorities, including by digital means. The Programme should also support the maintenance and setting up of existing and new IT tools or platforms for new judicial cooperation instruments. While harvesting the efficiency gains of digitalisation of justice, the protection of fundamental rights, in accordance with the Charter, should be ensured. |
Or. fi
Amendment 40
Alessandro Ciriani, Mario Mantovani
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 8 a (new)
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
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| (8a) The Programme should support actions designed to achieve the general and specific objectives of this Regulation. These actions could include the following: activities to raise awareness of Union policies and the application of Union law; mutual learning and the exchange of best practices; analysis and monitoring with a view to improving knowledge and understanding of the potential obstacles to the proper functioning of a Union area of justice; actions relating to the implementation of Union law and policies in the Member States; training and capacity-building; action to facilitate cooperation, peer-to-peer exchanges and new ways of working between the judiciary and judicial staff and other practitioners in the judicial system; the development of digital skills and e-justice tools, including upgrades to existing digital platforms which facilitate access to justice and cooperation between the competent authorities; the development and maintenance of ICT infrastructure and interoperability; capacity-building for key European networks and European judicial networks; and action to raise awareness of the Programme and disseminate the results thereof. |
Or. it
Amendment 41
Assita Kanko
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 8 a (new)
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
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| (8 a) The Programme should support actions aimed at achieving the general and specific objectives as defined in this Regulation. These actions could consist in awareness-raising on Union policies and the application of Union law; mutual learning and exchange of good practices; analytical and monitoring activities to improve knowledge and understanding of potential obstacles to the smooth functioning of a Union area of justice; actions related to the implementation of Union law and policies in the Member States; training and capacity building; facilitating cooperation, peer to peer exchanges and new working methods between members of the judiciary, judicial staff and other justice professionals associated with justice system; developing digital skills as well as e-justice tools, including further developing existing digital platforms supporting access to justice and cooperation between relevant authorities; developing and maintaining information and communication technology (ICT) infrastructure and interoperability; developing the capacity of key European-level networks and European judicial networks; enhancing knowledge of the Programme and the dissemination of its results. |
Or. en
Justification
This amendment aims to provide an indicative list of eligible activities, offering practical guidance to managing authorities in line with Article 8 of the current Regulation.
Amendment 42
Mario Mantovani, Alessandro Ciriani
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 8 a (new)
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
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| (8a) The Programme should support comparative research, the exchange of best practices and specialist training for judicial staff in the field of taxation in order to improve the system and make it more efficient and better equipped to meet the needs of people and businesses in the increasingly complex and global environment in which finance and taxation operate. In a number of Member States, fiscal justice systems are increasingly under strain from the sheer volume of litigation, the technical complexity of disputes and the speed at which national and Union tax laws are developing, which requires systematic investment in order to train staff in a variety of disciplines and coordinate efforts between the different levels of the judiciary. The Programme should therefore promote common quality standards for fiscal justice in Europe in order to improve legal certainty and the predictability of decisions for taxpayers and businesses in the internal market, and hence make the Union a more attractive destination for global investment. |
Or. it
Justification
There is no area of the law in which the quality of judicial decision-making has a more direct or quantifiable impact on the competitiveness of the Union than taxation. Investors are steering clear of countries which issue tax rulings that are unpredictable, contradictory or not of the requisite technical quality for the purposes of handling complex transactions. A more sophisticated and coordinated approach to fiscal justice in Europe would be a competitive advantage for the Union as a whole.
Amendment 43
Pascale Piera, Ton Diepeveen, Alexandre Varaut
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 9
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| (9) The Programme should, in all its activities, promote the rule of law also by supporting efforts to improve the independence, quality and efficiency of national justice systems in order to enhance mutual trust, which is indispensable for judicial cooperation in civil and criminal matters. | deleted |
Or. fr
Amendment 44
Tobiasz Bocheński
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 9
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| (9) The Programme should, in all its activities, promote the rule of law also by supporting efforts to improve the independence, quality and efficiency of national justice systems in order to enhance mutual trust, which is indispensable for judicial cooperation in civil and criminal matters. | (9) The Programme should, in all its activities, promote the rule of law also by supporting efforts to improve the independence, quality and efficiency of national justice systems in order to enhance mutual trust, which is indispensable for judicial cooperation in civil and criminal matters. The implementation of the Programme should reflect that the foundation of the rule of law lies in the legal traditions of the Member States, which are prior to the legal acquis of the European Union, which should, in turn, give effect to this principle rather than act as its custodian. |
Or. en
Amendment 45
Sebastian Tynkkynen
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 9
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| (9) The Programme should, in all its activities, promote the rule of law also by supporting efforts to improve the independence, quality and efficiency of national justice systems in order to enhance mutual trust, which is indispensable for judicial cooperation in civil and criminal matters. | (9) The Programme should, in all its activities, promote the rule of law also by supporting efforts to improve the independence, quality, compliance with national legal principles and efficiency of national justice systems in order to enhance mutual trust, which is indispensable for judicial cooperation in civil and criminal matters. |
Or. fi
Amendment 46
Daniel Buda
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 9
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| (9) The Programme should, in all its activities, promote the rule of law also by supporting efforts to improve the independence, quality and efficiency of national justice systems in order to enhance mutual trust, which is indispensable for judicial cooperation in civil and criminal matters. | (9) The Programme should, in all its activities, promote the rule of law also by supporting efforts to improve the independence, quality, accessibility and efficiency of national justice systems in order to enhance mutual trust, which is indispensable for judicial cooperation in civil and criminal matters. |
Or. ro
Amendment 47
Erik Kaliňák
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 9
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
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| (9) The Programme should, in all its activities, promote the rule of law also by supporting efforts to improve the independence, quality and efficiency of national justice systems in order to enhance mutual trust, which is indispensable for judicial cooperation in civil and criminal matters. | (9) The Programme should, in all its activities, promote the rule of law also while respecting the different legal traditions and organisation of the judiciary in the Member States in order to enhance mutual trust, which is indispensable for judicial cooperation in civil and criminal matters. |
Or. sk
Amendment 48
Mario Mantovani, Alessandro Ciriani
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 9 a (new)
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
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| (9a) The Programme should complement the EU Justice Scoreboard, which assesses the efficiency and independence of the judiciary, by promoting structured and independent mechanisms to monitor cases of wrongful detention, judicial errors, the consistency of judicial decisions, and the effectiveness of European justice systems in providing fair and swift redress for victims. Such mechanisms should include the production of aggregated data and comparative annual reports that are accessible to the public. |
Or. it
Justification
While the EU Justice Scoreboard may assess the efficiency and independence of the judiciary, it does not systematically monitor cases of wrongful detention or the effectiveness of legal remedies. There is a lack of reliable data and statistics on judicial errors, the consistent application of preliminary injunctions and custodial sentences, and the scope and swift provision of legal remedies for victims. This is a serious oversight as far as fundamental rights are concerned.
Amendment 49
Mario Mantovani, Alessandro Ciriani
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 9 b (new)
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
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| (9b) The effectiveness of fiscal justice systems directly affects the attractiveness of investment, legal certainty in cross-border transactions and business confidence in the internal market. Systems of fiscal justice where proceedings are excessively lengthy, case law is applied inconsistently and independence is insufficient serve to undermine legal certainty and discourage investment, which has a detrimental impact on the Union’s growth and competitiveness. The EU Justice Scoreboard should therefore be expanded to include specific indicators designed to assess the effectiveness of fiscal justice systems in Europe. |
Or. it
Justification
The 2025 EU Justice Scoreboard featured new indicators on the single market, which underscored the crucial role of efficient justice systems in promoting a fair and competitive market environment. Fiscal justice, however, is often conspicuously absent from indicators such as this, despite being a key consideration for investors. Devoting greater focus to this issue would complement and support the legislative proposal on the 28th regime.
Amendment 50
Erik Kaliňák
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 10
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| (10) In civil matters, the Programme should support the protection of individual rights in civil and commercial cases, including Anti-SLAPP (strategic lawsuits against public participation), and promote greater convergence in civil law. This will help eliminate obstacles to satisfactory and efficiently functioning judicial and extrajudicial procedures for the benefit of all parties in a dispute. To support the effective enforcement and practical application of Union law in this area, the Programme should also support the functioning of the European Judicial Network in civil and commercial matters established by Council Decision 2001/470/EC11 . | (10) In civil matters, the Programme should support the protection of individual rights in civil and commercial cases, including Anti-SLAPP (strategic lawsuits against public participation), whilst also respecting the right to protection of reputation and privacy and promote greater convergence in civil law. This will help eliminate obstacles to satisfactory and efficiently functioning judicial and extrajudicial procedures for the benefit of all parties in a dispute. To support the effective enforcement and practical application of Union law in this area, the Programme should also support the functioning of the European Judicial Network in civil and commercial matters established by Council Decision 2001/470/EC11 . |
| 11 Council Decision 2001/470/EC of 28 May 2001 establishing a European Judicial Network in civil and commercial matters (OJ L 174, 27.6.2001, p. 25, ELI: http://data.europa.eu/eli/dec/2001/470/oj). | 11 Council Decision 2001/470/EC of 28 May 2001 establishing a European Judicial Network in civil and commercial matters (OJ L 174, 27.6.2001, p. 25, ELI: http://data.europa.eu/eli/dec/2001/470/oj). |
Or. sk
Amendment 51
François-Xavier Bellamy, Nadine Morano
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 10
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| (10) In civil matters, the Programme should support the protection of individual rights in civil and commercial cases, including Anti-SLAPP (strategic lawsuits against public participation), and promote greater convergence in civil law. This will help eliminate obstacles to satisfactory and efficiently functioning judicial and extrajudicial procedures for the benefit of all parties in a dispute. To support the effective enforcement and practical application of Union law in this area, the Programme should also support the functioning of the European Judicial Network in civil and commercial matters established by Council Decision 2001/470/EC11. | (10) In civil matters, the Programme should support the protection of individual rights in civil and commercial cases, including Anti-SLAPP (strategic lawsuits against public participation), and promote greater convergence in civil law with due respect for the legal traditions of each Member State. This will help eliminate obstacles to satisfactory and efficiently functioning judicial and extrajudicial procedures for the benefit of all parties in a dispute. To support the effective enforcement and practical application of Union law in this area, the Programme should also support the functioning of the European Judicial Network in civil and commercial matters established by Council Decision 2001/470/EC11. |
| 11 Council Decision 2001/470/EC of 28 May 2001 establishing a European Judicial Network in civil and commercial matters (OJ L 174, 27.6.2001, p. 25, ELI: http://data.europa.eu/eli/dec/2001/470/oj). | 11 Council Decision 2001/470/EC of 28 May 2001 establishing a European Judicial Network in civil and commercial matters (OJ L 174, 27.6.2001, p. 25, ELI: http://data.europa.eu/eli/dec/2001/470/oj). |
Or. fr
Amendment 52
Pascale Piera, Ton Diepeveen, Alexandre Varaut
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 10
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| (10) In civil matters, the Programme should support the protection of individual rights in civil and commercial cases, including Anti-SLAPP (strategic lawsuits against public participation), and promote greater convergence in civil law. This will help eliminate obstacles to satisfactory and efficiently functioning judicial and extrajudicial procedures for the benefit of all parties in a dispute. To support the effective enforcement and practical application of Union law in this area, the Programme should also support the functioning of the European Judicial Network in civil and commercial matters established by Council Decision 2001/470/EC11. | (10) In civil matters, the Programme should support the protection of individual rights in civil and commercial cases, including Anti-SLAPP (strategic lawsuits against public participation). This will help eliminate obstacles to satisfactory and efficiently functioning judicial and extrajudicial procedures for the benefit of all parties in a dispute. To support the effective enforcement and practical application of Union law in this area, the Programme should also support the functioning of the European Judicial Network in civil and commercial matters established by Council Decision 2001/470/EC11. |
| 11 Council Decision 2001/470/EC of 28 May 2001 establishing a European Judicial Network in civil and commercial matters (OJ L 174, 27.6.2001, p. 25, ELI: http://data.europa.eu/eli/dec/2001/470/oj). | 11 Council Decision 2001/470/EC of 28 May 2001 establishing a European Judicial Network in civil and commercial matters (OJ L 174, 27.6.2001, p. 25, ELI: http://data.europa.eu/eli/dec/2001/470/oj). |
Or. fr
Amendment 53
François-Xavier Bellamy, Nadine Morano
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 11
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| (11) In criminal matters, the Programme should help implement rules and procedures to ensure the recognition of judgments and decisions throughout the Union and support the protection of the Union financial interests. It should contribute to removing obstacles to effective mutual trust and cooperation, including through support for measures that ensure the correct transposition of Union legal acts approximating national criminal laws. The Programme should also support actions aimed at facilitating cooperation in relation to forms of serious crime such as corruption, terrorism and environmental crime. In particular, the Programme should enhance coordination and cooperation between law enforcement, judicial authorities and other competent authorities. Furthermore, it should support cooperation with and awareness raising of the role of Union bodies and agencies, such as the European Union Agency for Criminal Justice Cooperation (Eurojust) and the EPPO, thereby enabling a more integrated system of judicial cooperation in the Union. | (11) In criminal matters, the Programme should help implement rules and procedures to ensure the recognition of judgments and decisions throughout the Union and support the protection of the Union financial interests. It should contribute to removing obstacles to effective mutual trust and cooperation, including through support for measures that ensure the correct transposition of Union legal acts approximating national criminal laws. The Programme should also support actions aimed at facilitating cooperation in relation to forms of serious crime such as corruption, terrorism and environmental crime. In particular, the Programme should enhance coordination and cooperation between law enforcement, judicial authorities and other competent authorities. Furthermore, it should support cooperation with and awareness raising of the role of Union bodies and agencies, such as the European Union Agency for Criminal Justice Cooperation (Eurojust) and the EPPO, thereby enabling a more integrated system of judicial cooperation in the Union. The Programme should support improved cooperation with regard to the fight against terrorism and actions aimed at fighting Islamist entryism and radicalisation, including in prisons, while building on existing mechanisms like the Radicalisation Awareness Network (RAN); it should also help to strengthen the fight against terrorist propaganda online, by building on the Europol EU IRU. |
Or. fr
Amendment 54
Victor Negrescu
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 11
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| (11) In criminal matters, the Programme should help implement rules and procedures to ensure the recognition of judgments and decisions throughout the Union and support the protection of the Union financial interests. It should contribute to removing obstacles to effective mutual trust and cooperation, including through support for measures that ensure the correct transposition of Union legal acts approximating national criminal laws. The Programme should also support actions aimed at facilitating cooperation in relation to forms of serious crime such as corruption, terrorism and environmental crime. In particular, the Programme should enhance coordination and cooperation between law enforcement, judicial authorities and other competent authorities. Furthermore, it should support cooperation with and awareness raising of the role of Union bodies and agencies, such as the European Union Agency for Criminal Justice Cooperation (Eurojust) and the EPPO, thereby enabling a more integrated system of judicial cooperation in the Union. | (11) In criminal matters, the Programme should help implement rules and procedures to ensure the recognition of judgments and decisions throughout the Union and support the protection of the Union financial interests. It should contribute to removing obstacles to effective mutual trust and cooperation, including through support for measures that ensure the correct transposition of Union legal acts approximating national criminal laws. The Programme should also support actions aimed at facilitating cooperation in relation to forms of serious crime such as corruption, terrorism and environmental crime. In particular, the Programme should enhance coordination and cooperation between law enforcement, judicial authorities and other competent authorities. Furthermore, it should support cooperation with and awareness raising of the role of Union bodies and agencies, such as the European Union Agency for Criminal Justice Cooperation (Eurojust) and the EPPO, thereby enabling a more integrated system of judicial cooperation in the Union. The Programme should also contribute to strengthening secure, interoperable and resilient justice systems necessary for the effective and independent functioning of the European Public Prosecutor’s Office (EPPO), the Anti-Money Laundering Authority (AMLA) and the European Anti-Fraud Office (OLAF), including through enhanced cooperation with national judicial and competent authorities, without prejudice to their respective mandates and budgetary frameworks. |
Or. en
Amendment 55
Pascale Piera, Ton Diepeveen, Alexandre Varaut
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 11
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| (11) In criminal matters, the Programme should help implement rules and procedures to ensure the recognition of judgments and decisions throughout the Union and support the protection of the Union financial interests. It should contribute to removing obstacles to effective mutual trust and cooperation, including through support for measures that ensure the correct transposition of Union legal acts approximating national criminal laws. The Programme should also support actions aimed at facilitating cooperation in relation to forms of serious crime such as corruption, terrorism and environmental crime. In particular, the Programme should enhance coordination and cooperation between law enforcement, judicial authorities and other competent authorities. Furthermore, it should support cooperation with and awareness raising of the role of Union bodies and agencies, such as the European Union Agency for Criminal Justice Cooperation (Eurojust) and the EPPO, thereby enabling a more integrated system of judicial cooperation in the Union. | (11) In criminal matters, the Programme should help implement rules and procedures to ensure the recognition of judgments and decisions throughout the Union and support the protection of the Union financial interests. It should contribute to removing obstacles to effective mutual trust and cooperation, including through support for measures that ensure the correct transposition of Union legal acts, while respecting the constitutional identities of the Member States. The Programme should also support actions aimed at facilitating cooperation in relation to forms of serious crime such as corruption, terrorism and environmental crime. In particular, the Programme should enhance coordination and cooperation between judicial authorities. |
Or. fr
Amendment 56
Giuseppe Antoci, Mario Furore
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 11
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| (11) In criminal matters, the Programme should help implement rules and procedures to ensure the recognition of judgments and decisions throughout the Union and support the protection of the Union financial interests. It should contribute to removing obstacles to effective mutual trust and cooperation, including through support for measures that ensure the correct transposition of Union legal acts approximating national criminal laws. The Programme should also support actions aimed at facilitating cooperation in relation to forms of serious crime such as corruption, terrorism and environmental crime. In particular, the Programme should enhance coordination and cooperation between law enforcement, judicial authorities and other competent authorities. Furthermore, it should support cooperation with and awareness raising of the role of Union bodies and agencies, such as the European Union Agency for Criminal Justice Cooperation (Eurojust) and the EPPO, thereby enabling a more integrated system of judicial cooperation in the Union. | (11) In criminal matters, the Programme should help implement rules and procedures to ensure the recognition of judgments and decisions throughout the Union and support the protection of the Union financial interests. It should contribute to removing obstacles to effective mutual trust and cooperation, including through support for measures that ensure the correct transposition of Union legal acts approximating national criminal laws. The Programme should also support actions aimed at facilitating cooperation in relation to forms of serious crime such as corruption, terrorism, organised crime, including mafia-style crime, and environmental crime. In particular, the Programme should enhance coordination and cooperation between law enforcement, judicial authorities and other competent authorities. Furthermore, it should support cooperation with and awareness raising of the role of Union bodies and agencies, such as the European Union Agency for Criminal Justice Cooperation (Eurojust) and the EPPO, by enabling those bodies and agencies to work together to good effect and supporting their development in order to achieve genuine European added value, thereby enabling a more integrated system of judicial cooperation in the Union. |
Or. it
Amendment 57
Erik Kaliňák
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 11
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| (11) In criminal matters, the Programme should help implement rules and procedures to ensure the recognition of judgments and decisions throughout the Union and support the protection of the Union financial interests. It should contribute to removing obstacles to effective mutual trust and cooperation, including through support for measures that ensure the correct transposition of Union legal acts approximating national criminal laws. The Programme should also support actions aimed at facilitating cooperation in relation to forms of serious crime such as corruption, terrorism and environmental crime. In particular, the Programme should enhance coordination and cooperation between law enforcement, judicial authorities and other competent authorities. Furthermore, it should support cooperation with and awareness raising of the role of Union bodies and agencies, such as the European Union Agency for Criminal Justice Cooperation (Eurojust) and the EPPO, thereby enabling a more integrated system of judicial cooperation in the Union. | (11) In criminal matters, the Programme should help implement rules and procedures to ensure the recognition of judgments and decisions throughout the Union and support the protection of the Union financial interests. It should contribute to removing obstacles to effective mutual trust and cooperation, including through support for measures that ensure the correct transposition of Union legal acts approximating national criminal laws. The Programme should also support actions aimed at facilitating cooperation in relation to forms of serious crime such as corruption, terrorism and environmental crime. In particular, the Programme should enhance coordination and cooperation between law enforcement, judicial authorities and other competent authorities. Furthermore, it should support cooperation with and awareness raising of the role of Union bodies and agencies, such as the European Union Agency for Criminal Justice Cooperation (Eurojust) and the EPPO, thereby enabling a more integrated system of judicial cooperation in the Union, while respecting the principle of subsidiarity and the powers of the Member States in the field of criminal law. |
Or. sk
Amendment 58
Sebastian Tynkkynen
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 11
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| (11) In criminal matters, the Programme should help implement rules and procedures to ensure the recognition of judgments and decisions throughout the Union and support the protection of the Union financial interests. It should contribute to removing obstacles to effective mutual trust and cooperation, including through support for measures that ensure the correct transposition of Union legal acts approximating national criminal laws. The Programme should also support actions aimed at facilitating cooperation in relation to forms of serious crime such as corruption, terrorism and environmental crime. In particular, the Programme should enhance coordination and cooperation between law enforcement, judicial authorities and other competent authorities. Furthermore, it should support cooperation with and awareness raising of the role of Union bodies and agencies, such as the European Union Agency for Criminal Justice Cooperation (Eurojust) and the EPPO, thereby enabling a more integrated system of judicial cooperation in the Union. | (11) In criminal matters, the Programme should help implement rules and procedures to ensure the recognition of judgments and decisions throughout the Union and support the protection of the Union financial interests. It should contribute to removing obstacles to effective mutual trust and cooperation, including through support for measures that ensure the correct transposition of Union legal acts approximating national criminal laws. The Programme should also support actions aimed at facilitating cooperation in relation to forms of serious crime such as corruption, terrorism and human trafficking. In particular, the Programme should enhance coordination and cooperation between law enforcement, judicial authorities and other competent authorities. Furthermore, it should support cooperation with and awareness raising of the role of Union bodies and agencies, such as the European Union Agency for Criminal Justice Cooperation (Eurojust) and the EPPO, thereby enabling a more integrated system of judicial cooperation in the Union. |
Or. fi
Amendment 59
Giuseppe Antoci, Mario Furore
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 11 a (new)
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| (11a) Corruption in public procurement is one of the most widespread and deleterious forms of economic crime, as it diverts resources away from the needs of ordinary people and distorts competition in the internal market. AI can help provide practical tools to analyse large quantities of administrative data in real time, identify aberrant patterns in award procedures, highlight potential conflicts of interest and notify the competent authorities of irregularities. The Programme should therefore support the development, testing and deployment of AI systems to monitor public procurement for corruption in the Member States, in full compliance with Regulation (EU) 2024/1689 on AI, Regulation (EU) 2016/679 on the protection of personal data, and the fundamental rights enshrined in the Charter. These systems should be devised in such a way as to ensure that algorithms are used in a transparent fashion, alerts are verified by a human being, and data subjects are protected from malpractice or discrimination. |
Or. it
Amendment 60
Victor Negrescu
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 12
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| (12) The Programme should contribute to improving non-discriminatory access to justice for all and should support activities to protect the rights of victims of crime as well as the procedural rights of suspects and accused persons in criminal proceedings as well as requested persons in European Arrest Warrant (EAW) proceedings. Access to justice should include, in particular, access to courts, alternative methods of dispute resolution, and legal advice to be provided in an independent and impartial manner by public office-holders. Particular attention should be given to improved implementation of the various Union legal acts for the protection of victims of crime, as well as to actions aimed at the exchange of best practices between competent authorities, including judicial authorities, law enforcement authorities, legal practitioners and at supporting the improvement of the knowledge and use of collective redress instruments. Moreover, support should be given to activities which facilitate effective and equal access to justice for persons who face discrimination or are in a situation of vulnerability (such as persons with disabilities in accordance with Article 13 of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities12 , children, minorities, LGBTIQ+ persons and victims of gender-based violence, domestic violence and other forms of interpersonal violence. The Programme should also support activities of civil society organisations which contribute to those objectives. | (12) The Programme should contribute to improving non-discriminatory access to justice for all and should support activities to protect the rights of victims of crime as well as the procedural rights of suspects and accused persons in criminal proceedings as well as requested persons in European Arrest Warrant (EAW) proceedings. Access to justice should include, in particular, access to courts, alternative methods of dispute resolution, and legal advice to be provided in an independent and impartial manner by public office-holders. Particular attention should be given to ensuring that persons with disabilities can effectively exercise their right of access to justice on an equal basis with others, including through accessible judicial procedures, adapted digital justice tools, interpretation and translation services, procedural accommodations and barrier-free access to judicial information and communication; improved implementation of the various Union legal acts for the protection of victims of crime, as well as to actions aimed at the exchange of best practices between competent authorities, including judicial authorities, law enforcement authorities, legal practitioners and at supporting the improvement of the knowledge and use of collective redress instruments. Moreover, support should be given to activities which facilitate effective and equal access to justice for persons who face discrimination or are in a situation of vulnerability (such as persons with disabilities in accordance with Article 13 of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities12 , children, minorities, LGBTIQ+ persons and victims of gender-based violence, domestic violence and other forms of interpersonal violence. The Programme should also support activities of civil society organisations which contribute to those objectives. The Programme should support targeted measures aimed at improving access to justice, protection, legal assistance and procedural safeguards for victims of gender-based violence, domestic violence and other forms of interpersonal violence, including through specialised training, victim-support services and cross-border cooperation between competent authorities. |
| 12 OJ L 23, 27.01.2010, p. 37, ELI: http://data.europa.eu/eli/convention/2010/48(1)/oj. | 12 OJ L 23, 27.01.2010, p. 37, ELI: http://data.europa.eu/eli/convention/2010/48(1)/oj. |
Or. en
Amendment 61
Pascale Piera, Ton Diepeveen, Alexandre Varaut
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 12
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| (12) The Programme should contribute to improving non-discriminatory access to justice for all and should support activities to protect the rights of victims of crime as well as the procedural rights of suspects and accused persons in criminal proceedings as well as requested persons in European Arrest Warrant (EAW) proceedings. Access to justice should include, in particular, access to courts, alternative methods of dispute resolution, and legal advice to be provided in an independent and impartial manner by public office-holders. Particular attention should be given to improved implementation of the various Union legal acts for the protection of victims of crime, as well as to actions aimed at the exchange of best practices between competent authorities, including judicial authorities, law enforcement authorities, legal practitioners and at supporting the improvement of the knowledge and use of collective redress instruments. Moreover, support should be given to activities which facilitate effective and equal access to justice for persons who face discrimination or are in a situation of vulnerability (such as persons with disabilities in accordance with Article 13 of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities12, children, minorities, LGBTIQ+ persons and victims of gender-based violence, domestic violence and other forms of interpersonal violence. The Programme should also support activities of civil society organisations which contribute to those objectives. | (12) The Programme should contribute to improving non-discriminatory access to justice for all and should support activities to protect the rights of victims of crime as well as the procedural rights of suspects and accused persons in criminal proceedings as well as requested persons in European Arrest Warrant (EAW) proceedings. Particular attention should be given to the protection of victims of crime, as well as to actions aimed at the exchange of best practices between competent authorities, including judicial authorities, law enforcement authorities, legal practitioners and at supporting the improvement of the knowledge and use of collective redress instruments. The Programme is to uphold the principles of non-discrimination and protection of persons who are in a situation of vulnerability (such as persons with disabilities in accordance with Article 13 of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities12, children, minorities, LGBTIQ+ persons and victims of gender-based violence, domestic violence and other forms of interpersonal violence. |
| 12 OJ L 23, 27.1.2010, p. 37, ELI: http://data.europa.eu/eli/convention/2010/48(1)/oj. | 12 OJ L 23, 27.1.2010, p. 37, ELI: http://data.europa.eu/eli/convention/2010/48(1)/oj. |
Or. fr
Amendment 62
Mario Mantovani
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 12
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| (12) The Programme should contribute to improving non-discriminatory access to justice for all and should support activities to protect the rights of victims of crime as well as the procedural rights of suspects and accused persons in criminal proceedings as well as requested persons in European Arrest Warrant (EAW) proceedings. Access to justice should include, in particular, access to courts, alternative methods of dispute resolution, and legal advice to be provided in an independent and impartial manner by public office-holders. Particular attention should be given to improved implementation of the various Union legal acts for the protection of victims of crime, as well as to actions aimed at the exchange of best practices between competent authorities, including judicial authorities, law enforcement authorities, legal practitioners and at supporting the improvement of the knowledge and use of collective redress instruments. Moreover, support should be given to activities which facilitate effective and equal access to justice for persons who face discrimination or are in a situation of vulnerability (such as persons with disabilities in accordance with Article 13 of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities12, children, minorities, LGBTIQ+ persons and victims of gender-based violence, domestic violence and other forms of interpersonal violence. The Programme should also support activities of civil society organisations which contribute to those objectives. | (12) The Programme should contribute to improving non-discriminatory access to justice for all and should support activities to protect the rights of victims of crime as well as the procedural rights of suspects and accused persons in criminal proceedings as well as requested persons in European Arrest Warrant (EAW) proceedings. Access to justice should include, in particular, access to courts, alternative methods of dispute resolution, and legal advice to be provided in an independent and impartial manner by public office-holders. Particular attention should be given to improved implementation of the various Union legal acts for the protection of victims of crime, as well as to actions aimed at the exchange of best practices between competent authorities, including judicial authorities, law enforcement authorities, legal practitioners and at supporting the improvement of the knowledge and use of collective redress instruments. The Programme should also provide for effective monitoring of cases of wrongful detention, judicial errors and the consistency of judicial decisions across different legal systems. Without prejudice to the competences of the Member States, it should also promote the exchange of best practices to provide fair and timely redress for victims by means of swift, independent mechanisms. Moreover, support should be given to activities which facilitate effective and equal access to justice for persons who face discrimination or are in a situation of vulnerability (such as persons with disabilities in accordance with Article 13 of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities12, children, minorities, LGBTIQ+ persons and victims of gender-based violence, domestic violence and other forms of interpersonal violence. The Programme should also support activities of civil society organisations which contribute to those objectives. |
| 12 OJ L 23, 27.1.2010, p. 37, ELI: http://data.europa.eu/eli/convention/2010/48(1)/oj. | 12 OJ L 23, 27.1.2010, p. 37, ELI: http://data.europa.eu/eli/convention/2010/48(1)/oj. |
Or. it
Justification
If the area of freedom, security and justice is to be genuinely effective, national systems must be able to flag up errors and rectify them accordingly. Ensuring that the monitoring of wrongful detention and judicial errors forms part of the 2028-2034 Justice Programme would serve to uphold the rule of law – a value enshrined in Article 2 TEU – and satisfy the requirements of the Charter of Fundamental Rights (Article 6) and the European Convention on Human Rights (Article 5). Given the lack of comparable data in this area, such a measure would plug a critical information gap.
Amendment 63
Alessandro Ciriani, Mario Mantovani
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 12
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| (12) The Programme should contribute to improving non-discriminatory access to justice for all and should support activities to protect the rights of victims of crime as well as the procedural rights of suspects and accused persons in criminal proceedings as well as requested persons in European Arrest Warrant (EAW) proceedings. Access to justice should include, in particular, access to courts, alternative methods of dispute resolution, and legal advice to be provided in an independent and impartial manner by public office-holders. Particular attention should be given to improved implementation of the various Union legal acts for the protection of victims of crime, as well as to actions aimed at the exchange of best practices between competent authorities, including judicial authorities, law enforcement authorities, legal practitioners and at supporting the improvement of the knowledge and use of collective redress instruments. Moreover, support should be given to activities which facilitate effective and equal access to justice for persons who face discrimination or are in a situation of vulnerability (such as persons with disabilities in accordance with Article 13 of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities12, children, minorities, LGBTIQ+ persons and victims of gender-based violence, domestic violence and other forms of interpersonal violence. The Programme should also support activities of civil society organisations which contribute to those objectives. | (12) The Programme should contribute to improving non-discriminatory access to justice for all and should support activities to protect the rights of victims of crime as well as the procedural rights of suspects and accused persons in criminal proceedings as well as requested persons in European Arrest Warrant (EAW) proceedings. Access to justice should include, in particular, access to courts, alternative methods of dispute resolution, and legal advice to be provided in an independent and impartial manner by public office-holders. Particular attention should be given to improved implementation of the various Union legal acts for the protection of victims of crime, as well as to actions aimed at the exchange of best practices between competent authorities, including judicial authorities, law enforcement authorities, legal practitioners and at supporting the improvement of the knowledge and use of collective redress instruments. Moreover, support should be given to activities which facilitate effective and equal access to justice for persons who face discrimination or are in a situation of vulnerability. The Programme should also support activities of civil society organisations which contribute to those objectives. |
| 12 OJ L 23, 27.1.2010, p. 37, ELI: http://data.europa.eu/eli/convention/2010/48(1)/oj. |
Or. it
Justification
La scelta di eliminare l’elencazione specifica delle categorie vulnerabili risponde all'esigenza di mantenere una formulazione maggiormente neutra e rispettosa del principio di sussidiarietà. Tale impostazione consente di garantire una tutela ampia ed effettiva di tutte le persone che si trovino in condizioni di particolare fragilità, evitando al contempo il rischio di esclusioni implicite derivanti da un elenco tassativo o eccessivamente dettagliato. La definizione concreta delle categorie meritevoli di specifiche misure di protezione viene pertanto rimessa agli Stati membri, in considerazione delle diverse sensibilità giuridiche, sociali e culturali presenti nei rispettivi ordinamenti nazionali.
Amendment 64
Tineke Strik, Jaume Asens Llodrà, Katarina Barley, Krzysztof Śmiszek, Dainius Žalimas, Nikola Minchev
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 12
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| (12) The Programme should contribute to improving non-discriminatory access to justice for all and should support activities to protect the rights of victims of crime as well as the procedural rights of suspects and accused persons in criminal proceedings as well as requested persons in European Arrest Warrant (EAW) proceedings. Access to justice should include, in particular, access to courts, alternative methods of dispute resolution, and legal advice to be provided in an independent and impartial manner by public office-holders. Particular attention should be given to improved implementation of the various Union legal acts for the protection of victims of crime, as well as to actions aimed at the exchange of best practices between competent authorities, including judicial authorities, law enforcement authorities, legal practitioners and at supporting the improvement of the knowledge and use of collective redress instruments. Moreover, support should be given to activities which facilitate effective and equal access to justice for persons who face discrimination or are in a situation of vulnerability (such as persons with disabilities in accordance with Article 13 of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities12 , children, minorities, LGBTIQ+ persons and victims of gender-based violence, domestic violence and other forms of interpersonal violence. The Programme should also support activities of civil society organisations which contribute to those objectives. | (12) The Programme should focus on improving non-discriminatory access to justice for all. It should support activities to protect the rights of victims of crime and the procedural rights of suspects and accused persons in criminal proceedings as well as requested persons in European Arrest Warrant (EAW) proceedings. Effective support for victims of crime is essential for access to justice, recovery from trauma and trust in public institutions, and can help prevent longer-term costs for health systems, social services and justice systems. Access to justice should include, in particular, access to courts, alternative methods of dispute resolution and restorative justice practices, victim-centred services and legal advice to be provided in an independent and impartial manner by public office-holders. Particular attention should be given to improved implementation of the various Union legal acts for the protection of victims of crime, as well as to actions aimed at the exchange of best practices between competent authorities, including judicial authorities, law enforcement authorities, legal practitioners and at supporting the improvement of the knowledge and use of collective redress instruments. Moreover, support should be given to activities which facilitate effective and equal access to justice for persons who face discrimination or are in a situation of vulnerability. The Programme should also support activities of civil society organisations which contribute to the Programme's objectives. With regard to access to justice and ensuring a fair trial for suspects and accused persons, the programme should support actions relating to the presumption of innocence, defence rights, legal aid, judicial independence and the proportionate use of pre-trial detention. |
| 12 OJ L 23, 27.01.2010, p. 37, ELI: http://data.europa.eu/eli/convention/2010/48(1)/oj. |
Or. en
Amendment 65
Jaroslav Bžoch
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 12
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| (12) The Programme should contribute to improving non-discriminatory access to justice for all and should support activities to protect the rights of victims of crime as well as the procedural rights of suspects and accused persons in criminal proceedings as well as requested persons in European Arrest Warrant (EAW) proceedings. Access to justice should include, in particular, access to courts, alternative methods of dispute resolution, and legal advice to be provided in an independent and impartial manner by public office-holders. Particular attention should be given to improved implementation of the various Union legal acts for the protection of victims of crime, as well as to actions aimed at the exchange of best practices between competent authorities, including judicial authorities, law enforcement authorities, legal practitioners and at supporting the improvement of the knowledge and use of collective redress instruments. Moreover, support should be given to activities which facilitate effective and equal access to justice for persons who face discrimination or are in a situation of vulnerability (such as persons with disabilities in accordance with Article 13 of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities12 , children, minorities, LGBTIQ+ persons and victims of gender-based violence, domestic violence and other forms of interpersonal violence. The Programme should also support activities of civil society organisations which contribute to those objectives. | (12) The Programme should contribute to improving non-discriminatory access to justice for all and should support activities to protect the rights of victims of crime as well as the procedural rights of suspects and accused persons in criminal proceedings as well as requested persons in European Arrest Warrant (EAW) proceedings. Access to justice should include, in particular, access to courts, alternative methods of dispute resolution, and legal advice to be provided in an independent manner by justice proffessionals, including public office-holders. Particular attention should be given to improved implementation of the various Union legal acts for the protection of victims of crime, as well as to actions aimed at the exchange of best practices between competent authorities, including judicial authorities, law enforcement authorities, legal practitioners and at supporting the improvement of the knowledge and use of collective redress instruments. Moreover, support should be given to activities which facilitate effective and equal access to justice for persons who face discrimination in accordance with article 21 of the Charter or are in a situation of vulnerability. The Programme should also support activities of civil society organisations which contribute to those objectives. |
| 12 OJ L 23, 27.01.2010, p. 37, ELI: http://data.europa.eu/eli/convention/2010/48(1)/oj. |
Or. en
Amendment 66
Milan Uhrík
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 12
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| (12) The Programme should contribute to improving non-discriminatory access to justice for all and should support activities to protect the rights of victims of crime as well as the procedural rights of suspects and accused persons in criminal proceedings as well as requested persons in European Arrest Warrant (EAW) proceedings. Access to justice should include, in particular, access to courts, alternative methods of dispute resolution, and legal advice to be provided in an independent and impartial manner by public office-holders. Particular attention should be given to improved implementation of the various Union legal acts for the protection of victims of crime, as well as to actions aimed at the exchange of best practices between competent authorities, including judicial authorities, law enforcement authorities, legal practitioners and at supporting the improvement of the knowledge and use of collective redress instruments. Moreover, support should be given to activities which facilitate effective and equal access to justice for persons who face discrimination or are in a situation of vulnerability (such as persons with disabilities in accordance with Article 13 of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities12 , children, minorities, LGBTIQ+ persons and victims of gender-based violence, domestic violence and other forms of interpersonal violence. The Programme should also support activities of civil society organisations which contribute to those objectives. | (12) The Programme should contribute to improving non-discriminatory access to justice for all and should support activities to protect the rights of victims of crime as well as the procedural rights of suspects and accused persons in criminal proceedings as well as requested persons in European Arrest Warrant (EAW) proceedings. Access to justice should include, in particular, access to courts, alternative methods of dispute resolution, and legal advice to be provided in an independent and impartial manner by public office-holders. Particular attention should be given to improved implementation of the various Union legal acts for the protection of victims of crime, as well as to actions aimed at the exchange of best practices between competent authorities, including judicial authorities, law enforcement authorities, legal practitioners and at supporting the improvement of the knowledge and use of collective redress instruments. Moreover, support should be given to activities which facilitate effective and equal access to justice for persons who face discrimination or are in a situation of vulnerability (such as persons with disabilities in accordance with Article 13 of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities12 ), children and victims of domestic violence or other forms of violence. |
| 12 OJ L 23, 27.01.2010, p. 37, ELI: http://data.europa.eu/eli/convention/2010/48(1)/oj. | 12 OJ L 23, 27.01.2010, p. 37, ELI: http://data.europa.eu/eli/convention/2010/48(1)/oj. |
Or. en
Amendment 67
Erik Kaliňák
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 12
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
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| (12) The Programme should contribute to improving non-discriminatory access to justice for all and should support activities to protect the rights of victims of crime as well as the procedural rights of suspects and accused persons in criminal proceedings as well as requested persons in European Arrest Warrant (EAW) proceedings. Access to justice should include, in particular, access to courts, alternative methods of dispute resolution, and legal advice to be provided in an independent and impartial manner by public office-holders. Particular attention should be given to improved implementation of the various Union legal acts for the protection of victims of crime, as well as to actions aimed at the exchange of best practices between competent authorities, including judicial authorities, law enforcement authorities, legal practitioners and at supporting the improvement of the knowledge and use of collective redress instruments. Moreover, support should be given to activities which facilitate effective and equal access to justice for persons who face discrimination or are in a situation of vulnerability (such as persons with disabilities in accordance with Article 13 of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities12, children, minorities, LGBTIQ+ persons and victims of gender-based violence, domestic violence and other forms of interpersonal violence. The Programme should also support activities of civil society organisations which contribute to those objectives. | (12) The Programme should contribute to improving non-discriminatory access to justice for all and should support activities to protect the rights of victims of crime as well as the procedural rights of suspects and accused persons in criminal proceedings as well as requested persons in European Arrest Warrant (EAW) proceedings. Access to justice should include, in particular, access to courts, alternative methods of dispute resolution, and legal advice to be provided in an independent and impartial manner by public office-holders. Particular attention should be given to improved implementation of the various Union legal acts for the protection of victims of crime, as well as to actions aimed at the exchange of best practices between competent authorities, including judicial authorities, law enforcement authorities, legal practitioners and at supporting the improvement of the knowledge and use of collective redress instruments. Moreover, support should be given to activities which facilitate effective and equal access to justice for persons who face discrimination or are in a situation of vulnerability (such as persons with disabilities in accordance with Article 13 of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities12, children, minorities, and victims of gender-based violence, domestic violence and other forms of interpersonal violence. The Programme should also support activities of civil society organisations carrying out expert, educational, support or public-benefit activities, which directly contribute to those objectives. |
| 12 OJ L 23, 27.1.2010, p. 37, ELI: http://data.europa.eu/eli/convention/2010/48(1)/oj. | 12 OJ L 23, 27.1.2010, p. 37, ELI: http://data.europa.eu/eli/convention/2010/48(1)/oj. |
Or. sk
Amendment 68
Sebastian Tynkkynen
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 12
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
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| (12) The Programme should contribute to improving non-discriminatory access to justice for all and should support activities to protect the rights of victims of crime as well as the procedural rights of suspects and accused persons in criminal proceedings as well as requested persons in European Arrest Warrant (EAW) proceedings. Access to justice should include, in particular, access to courts, alternative methods of dispute resolution, and legal advice to be provided in an independent and impartial manner by public office-holders. Particular attention should be given to improved implementation of the various Union legal acts for the protection of victims of crime, as well as to actions aimed at the exchange of best practices between competent authorities, including judicial authorities, law enforcement authorities, legal practitioners and at supporting the improvement of the knowledge and use of collective redress instruments. Moreover, support should be given to activities which facilitate effective and equal access to justice for persons who face discrimination or are in a situation of vulnerability (such as persons with disabilities in accordance with Article 13 of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities12, children, minorities, LGBTIQ+ persons and victims of gender-based violence, domestic violence and other forms of interpersonal violence. The Programme should also support activities of civil society organisations which contribute to those objectives. | (12) The Programme should contribute to improving non-discriminatory access to justice for all and should support activities to protect the rights of victims of crime as well as the procedural rights of suspects and accused persons in criminal proceedings as well as requested persons in European Arrest Warrant (EAW) proceedings. Access to justice should include, in particular, access to courts, alternative methods of dispute resolution, and legal advice to be provided in an independent and impartial manner by public office-holders. Particular attention should be given to improved implementation of the various Union legal acts for the protection of victims of crime, as well as to actions aimed at the exchange of best practices between competent authorities, including judicial authorities, law enforcement authorities, legal practitioners and at supporting the improvement of the knowledge and use of collective redress instruments. Moreover, support should be given to activities which facilitate effective and equal access to justice for persons who face discrimination or are in a situation of vulnerability (such as persons with disabilities in accordance with Article 13 of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities12, children, minorities, and victims of domestic violence and other forms of interpersonal violence. The Programme should also support activities of civil society organisations which contribute to those objectives. |
| 12 OJ L 23, 27.1.2010, p. 37, ELI: http://data.europa.eu/eli/convention/2010/48(1)/oj. | 12 OJ L 23, 27.1.2010, p. 37, ELI: http://data.europa.eu/eli/convention/2010/48(1)/oj. |
Or. fi
Amendment 69
Nikola Minchev, Irena Joveva, Raquel García Hermida-Van Der Walle, Dainius Žalimas, Hilde Vautmans, Malik Azmani, Sigrid Friis, Michael McNamara
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 12 a (new)
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
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| (12 a) The Programme should, as part of its support for the improvement of justice systems, promote an efficient, human-centred and rights-based approach to justice. In that context, it should support the improvement of conventional justice processes and the development of alternative justice approaches, including restorative justice, mediation, conciliation and other voluntary participatory processes. Such approaches may also include, where relevant and within the scope of the Programme, detention-related measures that contribute to alternative, rehabilitative or restorative pathways, including diversion or redirection schemes, state-certified non-custodial measures, rehabilitation or reintegration measures linked to detention, and small-scale detention facilities, including detention houses, as recognised in the Council conclusions of 13-14 June 2024 on the future of criminal law and detention policy in the EU. Subject to appropriate safeguards, quality standards and voluntary participation where relevant, such support can contribute to improving access to justice, enhancing the quality and perceived fairness of justice systems, promoting timely, efficient, cost-effective and participatory justice, strengthening social cohesion and democratic resilience, supporting the responsabilisation, rehabilitation and social reintegration of offenders, and promoting the responsible use of public resources. Given that the development and implementation of such approaches remain uneven across Member States, structured support for Union-level organisations and networks contributing to expertise, coordination, capacity-building, evidence-based assessment and the sharing of good practices may be particularly relevant in this field. |
Or. en
Amendment 70
Tineke Strik, Jaume Asens Llodrà, Katarina Barley, Krzysztof Śmiszek, Dainius Žalimas, Nikola Minchev
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 12 a (new)
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
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| (12 a) The Programme should support a human-centred and rights-based approach to justice. Next to more traditional justice approaches, alternative justice approaches in both civil and criminal law cases, including restorative justice, mediation, conciliation and, where relevant, small-scale, differentiated and community-integrated detention approaches have, if properly designed and subject to quality standards, the potential to contribute to timely, efficient, cost-effective and fair justice, strengthen social cohesion and democratic resilience. In appropriate cases and with due respect for fundamental rights, procedural safeguards, the rights of victims, equality of arms and effective judicial protection, the Programme should be able to support the development and improvement of complementary and alternative justice approaches by state-certified bodies, for example through the exchange of good practices. Such support should aim to improve access to justice, the quality and perceived fairness of justice systems, victims’ rights, rehabilitation, social reintegration and mutual trust between Member States |
Or. en
Amendment 71
Daniel Buda
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 12 a (new)
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
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| (12a) For the purposes of this Regulation, the term ‘judiciary and judicial staff’ should be interpreted widely to include judges, prosecutors, court and prosecutors’ office staff, as well as any other justice professionals associated with the judiciary or otherwise participating in the administration of justice, irrespective of the definition in national law, legal status or internal organisation, such as lawyers, notaries, bailiffs or enforcement officers, insolvency practitioners, mediators, court interpreters and translators, court experts, prison staff and probation officers. |
Or. ro
Amendment 72
Henrik Dahl
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 12 a (new)
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
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| (12 a) Any support to civil society organisations under the Programme should be fully transparent and strictly limited to activities directly linked to improving access to justice and legal protection, excluding political advocacy and lobbying activities directed at Union institutions. |
Or. en
Amendment 73
Pascale Piera, Ton Diepeveen, Alexandre Varaut
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 13
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
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| (13) The Programme should support the training of the judiciary and judicial staff. Training activities should contribute to the implementation of Union strategic priorities, including for instance, training on civil and criminal law, on the effective application of the Charter, on mutual recognition as well as on procedural safeguards (including safeguards for strategic lawsuits against public participation (anti-SLAPP)). Training activities under the Programme should have a strong focus on digitalisation of justice, providing a supportive environment for the judiciary and judicial staff, including through increasing digital skills, knowledge and awareness. Training should also support the digitalisation of cross-border judicial proceedings. Support to training should happen in synergy with measures at national level, thus leveraging the impact of the Programme. | (13) The Programme should support the training of the judiciary and judicial staff on cross-border judicial proceedings in civil and criminal matters. Support to training should happen in synergy with measures at national level, thus leveraging the impact of the Programme. |
Or. fr
Amendment 74
Giuseppe Antoci, Mario Furore
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 13
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| (13) The Programme should support the training of the judiciary and judicial staff. Training activities should contribute to the implementation of Union strategic priorities, including for instance, training on civil and criminal law, on the effective application of the Charter, on mutual recognition as well as on procedural safeguards (including safeguards for strategic lawsuits against public participation (anti-SLAPP)). Training activities under the Programme should have a strong focus on digitalisation of justice, providing a supportive environment for the judiciary and judicial staff, including through increasing digital skills, knowledge and awareness. Training should also support the digitalisation of cross-border judicial proceedings. Support to training should happen in synergy with measures at national level, thus leveraging the impact of the Programme. | (13) The Programme should support the training of the judiciary and judicial staff. Training activities should contribute to the implementation of Union strategic priorities, including for instance, training on civil and criminal law, on the effective application of the Charter, on mutual recognition as well as on procedural safeguards (including safeguards for strategic lawsuits against public participation (anti-SLAPP)). Training should include European cooperation mechanisms such as the European Arrest Warrant, the European Investigation Order and cross-border seizure and confiscation, with a view to promoting the use of these instruments accordingly. Training activities under the Programme should have a strong focus on digitalisation of justice, providing a supportive environment for the judiciary and judicial staff, including through increasing digital skills, knowledge and awareness. Training should also cover the use of AI in judicial systems, which should be used to assist judicial staff with the preparation of documents, albeit without impinging on their power of decision-making. Training should also support the digitalisation of cross-border judicial proceedings. Support to training should happen in synergy with measures at national level, thus leveraging the impact of the Programme. |
Or. it
Amendment 75
Mario Mantovani, Alessandro Ciriani
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 13
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| (13) The Programme should support the training of the judiciary and judicial staff. Training activities should contribute to the implementation of Union strategic priorities, including for instance, training on civil and criminal law, on the effective application of the Charter, on mutual recognition as well as on procedural safeguards (including safeguards for strategic lawsuits against public participation (anti-SLAPP)). Training activities under the Programme should have a strong focus on digitalisation of justice, providing a supportive environment for the judiciary and judicial staff, including through increasing digital skills, knowledge and awareness. Training should also support the digitalisation of cross-border judicial proceedings. Support to training should happen in synergy with measures at national level, thus leveraging the impact of the Programme. | (13) The Programme should support the training of the judiciary and judicial staff. Training activities should contribute to the implementation of Union strategic priorities, including for instance, training on civil and criminal law, on the effective application of the Charter, on mutual recognition as well as on procedural safeguards (including safeguards for strategic lawsuits against public participation (anti-SLAPP)). Training activities should be available to staff at all judicial institutions, including smaller facilities or those located in remote areas, and should provide distance learning tools and flexible participation arrangements that reduce bureaucratic complexity and logistical and financial burdens for participants. Training activities under the Programme should have a strong focus on digitalisation of justice, providing a supportive environment for the judiciary and judicial staff, including through increasing digital skills, knowledge and awareness. Training should also support the digitalisation of cross-border judicial proceedings. Support to training should happen in synergy with measures at national level, thus leveraging the impact of the Programme. |
Or. it
Justification
The recital currently makes no reference to access constraints on account of the size or location of judicial institutions: a well-documented issue that is preventing judicial staff at smaller courts from taking part in programmes in the European Judicial Training Network (EJTN).
Amendment 76
Victor Negrescu
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 13
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| (13) The Programme should support the training of the judiciary and judicial staff. Training activities should contribute to the implementation of Union strategic priorities, including for instance, training on civil and criminal law, on the effective application of the Charter, on mutual recognition as well as on procedural safeguards (including safeguards for strategic lawsuits against public participation (anti-SLAPP)). Training activities under the Programme should have a strong focus on digitalisation of justice, providing a supportive environment for the judiciary and judicial staff, including through increasing digital skills, knowledge and awareness. Training should also support the digitalisation of cross-border judicial proceedings. Support to training should happen in synergy with measures at national level, thus leveraging the impact of the Programme. | (13) The Programme should support the training of the judiciary and judicial staff. Training activities should contribute to the implementation of Union strategic priorities, including for instance, training on civil and criminal law, on the effective application of the Charter, on mutual recognition as well as on procedural safeguards (including safeguards for strategic lawsuits against public participation (anti-SLAPP)). Training activities under the Programme should have a strong focus on digitalisation of justice, providing a supportive environment for the judiciary and judicial staff, including through increasing digital skills, knowledge and awareness. Training should also support the digitalisation of cross-border judicial proceedings. Support to training should happen in synergy with measures at national level, thus leveraging the impact of the Programme. The Programme should also support actions promoting justice education, legal literacy and awareness of Union rights, judicial remedies and democratic values, particularly among young people, vulnerable groups and citizens with limited access to legal information. |
Or. en
Amendment 77
Nikola Minchev, Dainius Žalimas
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 13
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| (13) The Programme should support the training of the judiciary and judicial staff. Training activities should contribute to the implementation of Union strategic priorities, including for instance, training on civil and criminal law, on the effective application of the Charter, on mutual recognition as well as on procedural safeguards (including safeguards for strategic lawsuits against public participation (anti-SLAPP)). Training activities under the Programme should have a strong focus on digitalisation of justice, providing a supportive environment for the judiciary and judicial staff, including through increasing digital skills, knowledge and awareness. Training should also support the digitalisation of cross-border judicial proceedings. Support to training should happen in synergy with measures at national level, thus leveraging the impact of the Programme. | (13) The Programme should support the training of the judiciary and judicial staff. Training activities should contribute to the implementation of Union strategic priorities, including for instance, training on civil and criminal law, on the effective application of the Charter, on mutual recognition as well as on procedural safeguards (including safeguards for strategic lawsuits against public participation (anti-SLAPP)). Where relevant, such activities should also reflect the important role of lawyers in the practical application of Union law and in ensuring effective access to justice, equality of arms, the right to a fair trial and effective judicial protection. Training activities under the Programme should have a strong focus on digitalisation of justice, providing a supportive environment for the judiciary and judicial staff, including through increasing digital skills, knowledge and awareness. Training should also support the digitalisation of cross-border judicial proceedings. Support to training should happen in synergy with measures at national level, thus leveraging the impact of the Programme. |
Or. en
Amendment 78
Tineke Strik, Jaume Asens Llodrà, Katarina Barley, Krzysztof Śmiszek, Dainius Žalimas, Nikola Minchev
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 13
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| (13) The Programme should support the training of the judiciary and judicial staff. Training activities should contribute to the implementation of Union strategic priorities, including for instance, training on civil and criminal law, on the effective application of the Charter, on mutual recognition as well as on procedural safeguards (including safeguards for strategic lawsuits against public participation (anti-SLAPP)). Training activities under the Programme should have a strong focus on digitalisation of justice, providing a supportive environment for the judiciary and judicial staff, including through increasing digital skills, knowledge and awareness. Training should also support the digitalisation of cross-border judicial proceedings. Support to training should happen in synergy with measures at national level, thus leveraging the impact of the Programme. | (13) The Programme should support the training of the judiciary and judicial staff and should play a key role in implementing the European Judicial Training Strategy 2025-2030. Training activities should contribute to the implementation of Union strategic priorities, including for instance, training on civil and criminal law, on the effective application of the Charter, on mutual recognition as well as on procedural safeguards (including safeguards for strategic lawsuits against public participation (anti-SLAPP)). The provision of training to justice professionals is an important tool in developing a common understanding of how best to implement and uphold the rule of law and fundamental rights. It contributes to the building of the European area of justice by creating a common judicial culture among justice professionals of the Member States. It is essential to ensure the non-discriminatory, correct, coherent and consistent application of law in the Union and mutual trust and understanding between justice professionals in cross-border proceedings. |
Or. en
Amendment 79
Daniel Buda
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 13
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| (13) The Programme should support the training of the judiciary and judicial staff. Training activities should contribute to the implementation of Union strategic priorities, including for instance, training on civil and criminal law, on the effective application of the Charter, on mutual recognition as well as on procedural safeguards (including safeguards for strategic lawsuits against public participation (anti-SLAPP)). Training activities under the Programme should have a strong focus on digitalisation of justice, providing a supportive environment for the judiciary and judicial staff, including through increasing digital skills, knowledge and awareness. Training should also support the digitalisation of cross-border judicial proceedings. Support to training should happen in synergy with measures at national level, thus leveraging the impact of the Programme. | (13) The Programme should support the training of the judiciary and judicial staff. Training activities should contribute to the implementation of Union strategic priorities, including for instance, training on civil and criminal law, on the effective application of the Charter, on mutual recognition as well as on procedural safeguards (including safeguards for strategic lawsuits against public participation (anti-SLAPP)). Training activities under the Programme should have a strong focus on digitalisation of justice, providing a safe and supportive environment for the judiciary and judicial staff, including through increasing digital skills, knowledge and awareness. Training should also support the digitalisation of cross-border judicial proceedings. Support to training should happen in synergy with measures at national level, thus leveraging the impact of the Programme. |
Or. ro
Amendment 80
Tineke Strik, Jaume Asens Llodrà, Katarina Barley, Krzysztof Śmiszek, Dainius Žalimas, Nikola Minchev
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 13 a (new)
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| (13 a) The training activities supported by the Programme should be based on sound assessment of training needs, use state-of-the-art training methodology, include cross-border events involving justice professionals from different Member States, comprise active learning and networking elements and be sustainable. Such activities should include training for all judiciary and judicial staff in relation to legal terminology, civil and criminal law, fundamental rights, non-discrimination and hate-speech, rule of law, alternative justice approaches, victim's rights, child-friendly justice, mutual recognition, including the European Arrest Warrant, procedural safeguards, and the challenges and obstacles experienced by people who face discrimination or are in a situation of vulnerability. Such training courses should be organised with the direct involvement of organisations representing or supporting such persons and, where possible, the involvement of such persons. Taking into account the fact that women are under-represented in senior positions within the judiciary, female judges, female prosecutors and women in other legal professions should be encouraged to participate in the training activities. |
Or. en
Amendment 81
Lucia Yar, Michal Wiezik, Fabienne Keller, Hilde Vautmans, Veronika Cifrová Ostrihoňová, Irena Joveva, Dainius Žalimas, Lukas Sieper, Ilhan Kyuchyuk, Raquel García Hermida-Van Der Walle
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 13 a (new)
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| (13 a) Rise in environmental crime, now the third largest criminal activity in the world, growing at a rate of between 5% and 7% per year, is a matter of continuing concern for the Union. As the complexity of the challenges posed by environmental criminal offences and the technical nature of such offences require a multidisciplinary approach, a high level of legal knowledge and technical expertise, financial support, as well as a high level of training and specialisation within judiciary and judicial staff, are necessary. Programme´s training and capacity building should strengthen the capacities and speciliasation of those in charge of prosecuting or adjudicating environmental crime, inter alia by training staff of established specialized environmental courts, or specialised chambers of judges pertaining to general courts, taking into account constitutional traditions and structure of legal systems of the Member State. |
Or. en
Amendment 82
Jaroslav Bžoch
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 13 a (new)
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| (13 a) For the purposes of this Regulation, the term 'judiciary and judicial staff' should be interpreted widely to include judges, prosecutors and members of staff of courts and of prosecutors’ offices, as well as any justice or other professionals associated with the judiciary or otherwise participating in the administration of justice, irrespective of the definition in national law, legal status or internal organisation, such as lawyers, notaries, bailiffs or enforcement officers, insolvency practitioners, mediators, court interpreters and translators, court experts, legal aid providers and legal aid workers, prison staff and probation officers and any other relevant professionals involved in legal proceedings. |
Or. en
Amendment 83
Giuseppe Antoci, Mario Furore
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 13 a (new)
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| (13a) Pursuant to Directive (EU) 2019/1937 on the protection of persons who report breaches of Union law, the Programme should support measures designed to strengthen protection for whistleblowers, including funding to provide free legal advice for potential whistleblowers, independent support mechanisms and specialist training programmes for the judiciary and judicial staff. |
Or. it
Amendment 84
François-Xavier Bellamy, Nadine Morano
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 13 a (new)
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| (13a) The Programme should support training and cooperation with regard to the fight against migrant smuggling and human trafficking as well as with regard to returning illegally staying third country nationals, including in the context of association agreements which allow the participation of third countries. |
Or. fr
Amendment 85
Lucia Yar, Fabienne Keller, Hilde Vautmans, Veronika Cifrová Ostrihoňová, Irena Joveva, Sophie Wilmès, Dainius Žalimas, Lukas Sieper, Ilhan Kyuchyuk, Raquel García Hermida-Van Der Walle
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 13 b (new)
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| (13 b) Given the persistently high prevalence of gender-based violence and domestic violence across the Union, with one in three women having experienced physical or sexual violence, and considering that equality between women and men and the protection of fundamental rights are among the Union’s core values, continued and strengthened Union action in this area remains of particular importance. Programme support for training and capacity-building should therefore contribute to strengthening the expertise and specialisation of judges, prosecutors and other justice practitioners dealing with such cases, including within specialised gender-based violence courts or specialised chambers, in line with the requirements under the Directive on Combatting Violence against Women and Domestic Violence. |
Or. en
Amendment 86
Tineke Strik, Jaume Asens Llodrà, Katarina Barley, Krzysztof Śmiszek, Dainius Žalimas, Nikola Minchev
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 13 b (new)
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| (13 b) Training activities under the Programme should have a strong focus on digitalisation of justice and the benefits and risks of digital tools, providing a supportive environment for the judiciary and judicial staff, including through increasing digital skills, knowledge and awareness, in view of contributing to the objectives of the programme. Training should also support the digitalisation of cross-border judicial proceedings. Support to training should happen in synergy with measures at national level, thus leveraging the impact of the Programme. |
Or. en
Amendment 87
François-Xavier Bellamy, Nadine Morano
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 13 b (new)
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| (13b) The Programme should support the training of the judiciary and judicial staff in the fight against terrorism and radicalisation, and the monitoring of radicalised individuals. Particular attention should be given to training on radicalisation taking place online and in prisons. |
Or. fr
Amendment 88
Pascale Piera, Ton Diepeveen, Alexandre Varaut
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 14
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
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| (14) The Programme should support the annual work programme of the European Judicial Training Network (EJTN), which is an essential actor with regard to judicial training and plays an important role in supporting and implementing the objectives of European judicial training policy. The EJTN is the only network at Union level bringing together the judicial training bodies of the Member States. It is therefore in a unique position to organise exchanges and training for the judiciary between Member States and to coordinate the work of national judicial training bodies, thereby fostering synergies between Union supported and nationally funded training and structured communication between the Union and national training providers. Moreover, the EJTN may also include the judicial training bodies of candidate countries and potential candidates as observer members. | (14) The Programme should support the annual work programme of the European Judicial Training Network (EJTN), which is an essential actor with regard to judicial training, including by organising exchanges between the judiciaries of the Member States. |
Or. fr
Amendment 89
Jaroslav Bžoch
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 14
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| (14) The Programme should support the annual work programme of the European Judicial Training Network (EJTN), which is an essential actor with regard to judicial training and plays an important role in supporting and implementing the objectives of European judicial training policy. The EJTN is the only network at Union level bringing together the judicial training bodies of the Member States. It is therefore in a unique position to organise exchanges and training for the judiciary between Member States and to coordinate the work of national judicial training bodies, thereby fostering synergies between Union supported and nationally funded training and structured communication between the Union and national training providers. Moreover, the EJTN may also include the judicial training bodies of candidate countries and potential candidates as observer members. | (14) The Programme should support the annual work programme of the European Judicial Training Network (EJTN), which is an essential actor with regard to judicial training and plays an important role in supporting and implementing the objectives of European judicial training policy. The EJTN is the only network at Union level bringing together the judicial training bodies of the Member States. It is therefore in a unique position to organise exchanges and training for the judiciary between Member States and to coordinate the work of national judicial training bodies, thereby fostering synergies between Union supported and nationally funded training and structured communication between the Union and national training providers. Moreover, the EJTN may also include the judicial training bodies of candidate countries and potential candidates as observer members. Considering the functions exercised by the EJTN, the Programme should support the key role of EJTN in organising exchanges and in disseminating and supporting judicial training policy at Union level. |
Or. en
Justification
Corresponds to the changes made in AM 10 (article 9 paragraph 6)
Amendment 90
Tineke Strik, Jaume Asens Llodrà, Katarina Barley, Krzysztof Śmiszek, Dainius Žalimas, Nikola Minchev
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 14
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
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| (14) The Programme should support the annual work programme of the European Judicial Training Network (EJTN), which is an essential actor with regard to judicial training and plays an important role in supporting and implementing the objectives of European judicial training policy. The EJTN is the only network at Union level bringing together the judicial training bodies of the Member States. It is therefore in a unique position to organise exchanges and training for the judiciary between Member States and to coordinate the work of national judicial training bodies, thereby fostering synergies between Union supported and nationally funded training and structured communication between the Union and national training providers. Moreover, the EJTN may also include the judicial training bodies of candidate countries and potential candidates as observer members. | (14) The Programme should support the annual work programme of the European Judicial Training Network (EJTN), which is an essential actor with regard to judicial training and plays an important role in supporting and implementing the objectives of European judicial training policy. The EJTN is the only network at Union level bringing together the judicial training bodies of the Member States. It is therefore in a unique position to organise exchanges and training for the judiciary between Member States and to coordinate the work of national judicial training bodies, thereby fostering synergies between Union supported and nationally funded training and structured communication between the Union and national training providers. Moreover, the EJTN may also include the judicial training bodies of candidate countries and potential candidates as observer members. The EJTN annual report should include information on the training provided disaggregated also by staff category, nationality and gender. |
Or. en
Amendment 91
Jaroslav Bžoch
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 14 a (new)
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| (14 a) The Programme should support activities aimed at facilitating judicial cooperation in civil and criminal matters, in order to contribute to the effective and coherent application and enforcement of the Union acquis by central authorities designated pursuant to the relevant Union instruments. Such activities should contribute to the achievement of the Programme’s specific objectives primarily at national level. |
Or. en
Justification
Currently, central authorities are not eligible to apply for funding for purely national projects, even where such projects demonstrate high added value and significant EU-wide implications. In light of ongoing trends in digitalisation and the development of digital skills, it is essential to enable central authorities (namely ministries of justice) to access funding that allows them to respond flexibly to emerging practical needs in this area. Central authorities are key actors in ensuring the effective cross-border functioning of EU regulations in the field of judicial cooperation in civil matters, as they assist in the application of the relevant Union acquis and thereby help to ensure its correct and consistent implementation. Therefore, it is necessary to allow central authorities to apply for funding for national projects, thereby strengthening cross-border cooperation through measures tailored to national needs. Since the primary responsibility of central authorities is to facilitate and support judicial cooperation in civil matters, as defined in Articles 2 and 3(2), they should also be explicitly reflected in a dedicated recital.
Amendment 92
Tineke Strik, Jaume Asens Llodrà, Katarina Barley, Krzysztof Śmiszek, Dainius Žalimas, Nikola Minchev
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 15
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| (15) The protection of children’s rights is a core objective of the Union, as enshrined in Article 3(3) of the TEU and Article 24 of the Charter. In all actions concerning children, the best interests of the child are to be a primary consideration. That is essential also for the legitimacy and effectiveness of justice systems. Children involved in legal proceedings, whether as witnesses, victims, suspects, accused or convicted persons, or other parties, often face significant barriers which undermine their ability to participate effectively and to benefit from appropriate safeguards. Strengthening the capacity of national justice systems and practitioners to address the specific needs of children is therefore necessary to ensure the effective exercise of their rights. | deleted |
Or. en
Amendment 93
Daniel Buda
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 15
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| (15) The protection of children’s rights is a core objective of the Union, as enshrined in Article 3(3) of the TEU and Article 24 of the Charter. In all actions concerning children, the best interests of the child are to be a primary consideration. That is essential also for the legitimacy and effectiveness of justice systems. Children involved in legal proceedings, whether as witnesses, victims, suspects, accused or convicted persons, or other parties, often face significant barriers which undermine their ability to participate effectively and to benefit from appropriate safeguards. Strengthening the capacity of national justice systems and practitioners to address the specific needs of children is therefore necessary to ensure the effective exercise of their rights. | (15) The protection of children’s rights is a core objective of the Union, as enshrined in Article 3(3) of the TEU and Article 24 of the Charter. In all actions concerning children, the best interests of the child are to be a primary consideration. That is essential also for the legitimacy and effectiveness of justice systems. Children involved in legal proceedings, whether as witnesses, victims, suspects, accused or convicted persons, or other parties, often face significant barriers which undermine their ability to participate effectively and to benefit from appropriate safeguards. Strengthening the capacity of national justice systems and practitioners to address the specific needs of children is therefore necessary to ensure the effective and completely safe exercise of their rights. |
Or. ro
Amendment 94
Pascale Piera, Ton Diepeveen, Alexandre Varaut
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 16
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| (16) The Programme should contribute to digitalisation of justice, including by developing, rolling-out and maintaining tools at Union level. It could thus leverage tools facilitating digital communication between courts and parties such as the European Electronic Access Point, allowing easier access to judicial data such as the European Case Law Identifier, or enhancing the efficiency and security of digitalised judicial procedures such as trust services under Regulation (EU) No 910/2014 and the European Digital Identity Wallets. A well-functioning Union area of justice with effective and resilient national justice systems is necessary for a flourishing internal market and it is a precondition for economic growth, sound financial markets and competitiveness. Digitalisation enhances the efficiency of cross-border judicial procedures in civil and criminal matters as well as access to justice within the Union, which in turn are a driver for investments. Digitalisation of justice also enables and facilitates the effective and efficient cooperation with other competent authorities in the implementation and enforcement of key pieces of the EU digital rulebook, such as for instance the Digital Services Act. Digitalising justice systems helps also to reduce costs for both public budgets and end users, while maintaining effective services for citizens and businesses. It enables justice professionals to focus on core tasks, improving the quality and efficiency of proceedings. Digital tools also expand access to justice, by allowing remote communication and easy access to judicial files, thereby enhancing transparency. Moreover, digitalisation strengthens the resilience of national justice systems in times of crisis (such as pandemics), ensuring they can continue to operate effectively for the benefit of citizens and businesses. That strengthens trust in the justice system’s ability to function reliably under unexpected circumstances. | deleted |
Or. fr
Amendment 95
Giuseppe Antoci, Mario Furore
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 16
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| (16) The Programme should contribute to digitalisation of justice, including by developing, rolling-out and maintaining tools at Union level. It could thus leverage tools facilitating digital communication between courts and parties such as the European Electronic Access Point, allowing easier access to judicial data such as the European Case Law Identifier, or enhancing the efficiency and security of digitalised judicial procedures such as trust services under Regulation (EU) No 910/2014 and the European Digital Identity Wallets. A well-functioning Union area of justice with effective and resilient national justice systems is necessary for a flourishing internal market and it is a precondition for economic growth, sound financial markets and competitiveness. Digitalisation enhances the efficiency of cross-border judicial procedures in civil and criminal matters as well as access to justice within the Union, which in turn are a driver for investments. Digitalisation of justice also enables and facilitates the effective and efficient cooperation with other competent authorities in the implementation and enforcement of key pieces of the EU digital rulebook, such as for instance the Digital Services Act. Digitalising justice systems helps also to reduce costs for both public budgets and end users, while maintaining effective services for citizens and businesses. It enables justice professionals to focus on core tasks, improving the quality and efficiency of proceedings. Digital tools also expand access to justice, by allowing remote communication and easy access to judicial files, thereby enhancing transparency. Moreover, digitalisation strengthens the resilience of national justice systems in times of crisis (such as pandemics), ensuring they can continue to operate effectively for the benefit of citizens and businesses. That strengthens trust in the justice system’s ability to function reliably under unexpected circumstances. | (16) The Programme should contribute to digitalisation of justice, including by developing, rolling-out and maintaining tools at Union level. It could thus leverage tools facilitating digital communication between courts and parties such as the European Electronic Access Point, allowing easier access to judicial data such as the European Case Law Identifier, or enhancing the efficiency and security of digitalised judicial procedures such as trust services under Regulation (EU) No 910/2014 and the European Digital Identity Wallets. A well-functioning Union area of justice with effective and resilient national justice systems is necessary for a flourishing internal market and it is a precondition for economic growth, sound financial markets and competitiveness. Digitalisation enhances the efficiency of cross-border judicial procedures in civil and criminal matters as well as access to justice within the Union, which in turn are a driver for investments. Digitalisation of justice also enables and facilitates the effective and efficient cooperation with other competent authorities in the implementation and enforcement of key pieces of the EU digital rulebook, such as for instance the Digital Services Act. Digitalising justice systems helps also to reduce costs for both public budgets and end users, while maintaining effective services for citizens and businesses. It enables justice professionals to focus on core tasks, improving the quality and efficiency of proceedings. Digital tools also expand access to justice, by allowing remote communication and easy access to judicial files, thereby enhancing transparency. Moreover, digitalisation strengthens the resilience of national justice systems in times of crisis (such as pandemics), ensuring they can continue to operate effectively for the benefit of citizens and businesses. That strengthens trust in the justice system’s ability to function reliably under unexpected circumstances. Funding under the Programme should promote, as a matter of priority, the interoperability of the IT systems used by the courts and prosecution services of the Member States, the digital management of judicial proceedings, electronic communications between judicial authorities, and the development of video-conferencing facilities for the purposes of court hearings, including international letters rogatory, with a view to reducing the cost and duration of proceedings for businesses and members of the public. The Programme should facilitate the drafting of legal documents and case law reviews by streamlining and enhancing the decision-making process and enabling the judiciary, as the exclusive arbiters of such, to focus on that process accordingly. In addition, the Programme should support the development and deployment of AI-based digital systems in order to automatically monitor public procurement and highlight abnormalities which may point to corruption. |
Or. it
Amendment 96
Tineke Strik, Jaume Asens Llodrà, Katarina Barley, Krzysztof Śmiszek, Dainius Žalimas, Nikola Minchev
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 16
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| (16) The Programme should contribute to digitalisation of justice, including by developing, rolling-out and maintaining tools at Union level. It could thus leverage tools facilitating digital communication between courts and parties such as the European Electronic Access Point, allowing easier access to judicial data such as the European Case Law Identifier, or enhancing the efficiency and security of digitalised judicial procedures such as trust services under Regulation (EU) No 910/2014 and the European Digital Identity Wallets. A well-functioning Union area of justice with effective and resilient national justice systems is necessary for a flourishing internal market and it is a precondition for economic growth, sound financial markets and competitiveness. Digitalisation enhances the efficiency of cross-border judicial procedures in civil and criminal matters as well as access to justice within the Union, which in turn are a driver for investments. Digitalisation of justice also enables and facilitates the effective and efficient cooperation with other competent authorities in the implementation and enforcement of key pieces of the EU digital rulebook, such as for instance the Digital Services Act. Digitalising justice systems helps also to reduce costs for both public budgets and end users, while maintaining effective services for citizens and businesses. It enables justice professionals to focus on core tasks, improving the quality and efficiency of proceedings. Digital tools also expand access to justice, by allowing remote communication and easy access to judicial files, thereby enhancing transparency. Moreover, digitalisation strengthens the resilience of national justice systems in times of crisis (such as pandemics), ensuring they can continue to operate effectively for the benefit of citizens and businesses. That strengthens trust in the justice system’s ability to function reliably under unexpected circumstances. | (16) The Programme should contribute to digitalisation of justice in an EU context and within the limits of the available budget, including by developing, rolling-out and maintaining tools at Union level. In that regard, the digitalisation of justice is not an objective of the programme in itself, but is to be addressed as a point of attention when pursuing the three specific programme objectives. The Justice Programme could thus leverage tools facilitating digital communication between courts and parties such as the European Electronic Access Point, allowing easier access to judicial data such as the European Case Law Identifier, or enhancing the efficiency and security of digitalised judicial procedures such as trust services under Regulation (EU) No 910/2014 and the European Digital Identity Wallets. A well-functioning Union area of justice with effective and resilient national justice systems is necessary for a flourishing internal market and it is a precondition for economic growth, sound financial markets and competitiveness. Digitalisation enhances the efficiency of cross-border judicial procedures in civil and criminal matters as well as access to justice within the Union, which in turn are a driver for investments. Digitalisation of justice also enables and facilitates the effective and efficient cooperation with other competent authorities in the implementation and enforcement of key pieces of the EU digital rulebook, such as for instance the Digital Services Act. Digitalising justice systems helps also to reduce costs for both public budgets and end users, while maintaining effective services for citizens and businesses. It enables justice professionals to focus on core tasks, improving the quality and efficiency of proceedings. Digital tools also expand access to justice, by allowing remote communication and easy access to judicial files, thereby enhancing transparency. Moreover, digitalisation strengthens the resilience of national justice systems in times of crisis (such as pandemics), ensuring they can continue to operate effectively for the benefit of citizens and businesses. That strengthens trust in the justice system’s ability to function reliably under unexpected circumstances. Digitalisation supported by the Programme should be designed and implemented in a manner that reduces, and does not widen, digital divides. |
Or. en
Amendment 97
Victor Negrescu
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 16
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| (16) The Programme should contribute to digitalisation of justice, including by developing, rolling-out and maintaining tools at Union level. It could thus leverage tools facilitating digital communication between courts and parties such as the European Electronic Access Point, allowing easier access to judicial data such as the European Case Law Identifier, or enhancing the efficiency and security of digitalised judicial procedures such as trust services under Regulation (EU) No 910/2014 and the European Digital Identity Wallets. A well-functioning Union area of justice with effective and resilient national justice systems is necessary for a flourishing internal market and it is a precondition for economic growth, sound financial markets and competitiveness. Digitalisation enhances the efficiency of cross-border judicial procedures in civil and criminal matters as well as access to justice within the Union, which in turn are a driver for investments. Digitalisation of justice also enables and facilitates the effective and efficient cooperation with other competent authorities in the implementation and enforcement of key pieces of the EU digital rulebook, such as for instance the Digital Services Act. Digitalising justice systems helps also to reduce costs for both public budgets and end users, while maintaining effective services for citizens and businesses. It enables justice professionals to focus on core tasks, improving the quality and efficiency of proceedings. Digital tools also expand access to justice, by allowing remote communication and easy access to judicial files, thereby enhancing transparency. Moreover, digitalisation strengthens the resilience of national justice systems in times of crisis (such as pandemics), ensuring they can continue to operate effectively for the benefit of citizens and businesses. That strengthens trust in the justice system’s ability to function reliably under unexpected circumstances. | (16) The Programme should contribute to digitalisation of justice, including by developing, rolling-out and maintaining tools at Union level. It could thus leverage tools facilitating digital communication between courts and parties such as the European Electronic Access Point, allowing easier access to judicial data such as the European Case Law Identifier, or enhancing the efficiency and security of digitalised judicial procedures such as trust services under Regulation (EU) No 910/2014 and the European Digital Identity Wallets. A well-functioning Union area of justice with effective and resilient national justice systems is necessary for a flourishing internal market and it is a precondition for economic growth, sound financial markets and competitiveness. Digitalisation enhances the efficiency of cross-border judicial procedures in civil and criminal matters as well as access to justice within the Union, which in turn are a driver for investments. Digitalisation of justice also enables and facilitates the effective and efficient cooperation with other competent authorities in the implementation and enforcement of key pieces of the EU digital rulebook, such as for instance the Digital Services Act. Digital justice tools and services supported under the Programme should promote multilingual accessibility and user-friendly access to judicial information and procedures across the Union, including for mobile Union citizens, cross-border workers and diaspora communities, in order to reduce linguistic barriers to effective access to justice. Digitalising justice systems helps also to reduce costs for both public budgets and end users, while maintaining effective services for citizens and businesses. It enables justice professionals to focus on core tasks, improving the quality and efficiency of proceedings. Digital tools also expand access to justice, by allowing remote communication and easy access to judicial files, thereby enhancing transparency. Moreover, digitalisation strengthens the resilience of national justice systems in times of crisis (such as pandemics), ensuring they can continue to operate effectively for the benefit of citizens and businesses. That strengthens trust in the justice system’s ability to function reliably under unexpected circumstances. |
Or. en
Amendment 98
Milan Uhrík
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 16
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
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| (16) The Programme should contribute to digitalisation of justice, including by developing, rolling-out and maintaining tools at Union level. It could thus leverage tools facilitating digital communication between courts and parties such as the European Electronic Access Point, allowing easier access to judicial data such as the European Case Law Identifier, or enhancing the efficiency and security of digitalised judicial procedures such as trust services under Regulation (EU) No 910/2014 and the European Digital Identity Wallets. A well-functioning Union area of justice with effective and resilient national justice systems is necessary for a flourishing internal market and it is a precondition for economic growth, sound financial markets and competitiveness. Digitalisation enhances the efficiency of cross-border judicial procedures in civil and criminal matters as well as access to justice within the Union, which in turn are a driver for investments. Digitalisation of justice also enables and facilitates the effective and efficient cooperation with other competent authorities in the implementation and enforcement of key pieces of the EU digital rulebook, such as for instance the Digital Services Act. Digitalising justice systems helps also to reduce costs for both public budgets and end users, while maintaining effective services for citizens and businesses. It enables justice professionals to focus on core tasks, improving the quality and efficiency of proceedings. Digital tools also expand access to justice, by allowing remote communication and easy access to judicial files, thereby enhancing transparency. Moreover, digitalisation strengthens the resilience of national justice systems in times of crisis (such as pandemics), ensuring they can continue to operate effectively for the benefit of citizens and businesses. That strengthens trust in the justice system’s ability to function reliably under unexpected circumstances. | (16) The Programme can contribute to digitalisation of justice, including by developing, rolling-out and maintaining tools at Union level. It could thus leverage tools facilitating digital communication between courts and parties such as the European Electronic Access Point, allowing easier access to judicial data such as the European Case Law Identifier, or enhancing the efficiency and security of digitalised judicial procedures such as trust services under Regulation (EU) No 910/2014. A well-functioning Union area of justice with effective and resilient national justice systems is necessary for a flourishing internal market and it is a precondition for economic growth, sound financial markets and competitiveness. Digitalisation enhances the efficiency of cross-border judicial procedures in civil and criminal matters as well as access to justice within the Union, which in turn are a driver for investments. Digitalisation of justice also enables and facilitates the effective and efficient cooperation with other competent authorities. Digitalising justice systems helps also to reduce costs for both public budgets and end users, while maintaining effective services for citizens and businesses. It enables justice professionals to focus on core tasks, improving the quality and efficiency of proceedings. Digital tools also expand access to justice, by allowing remote communication and easy access to judicial files, thereby enhancing transparency. Moreover, digitalisation strengthens the resilience of national justice systems in times of crisis, ensuring they can continue to operate effectively for the benefit of citizens and businesses. That strengthens trust in the justice system’s ability to function reliably under unexpected circumstances. |
Or. en
Amendment 99
Erik Kaliňák
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 16
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
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| (16) The Programme should contribute to digitalisation of justice, including by developing, rolling-out and maintaining tools at Union level. It could thus leverage tools facilitating digital communication between courts and parties such as the European Electronic Access Point, allowing easier access to judicial data such as the European Case Law Identifier, or enhancing the efficiency and security of digitalised judicial procedures such as trust services under Regulation (EU) No 910/2014 and the European Digital Identity Wallets. A well-functioning Union area of justice with effective and resilient national justice systems is necessary for a flourishing internal market and it is a precondition for economic growth, sound financial markets and competitiveness. Digitalisation enhances the efficiency of cross-border judicial procedures in civil and criminal matters as well as access to justice within the Union, which in turn are a driver for investments. Digitalisation of justice also enables and facilitates the effective and efficient cooperation with other competent authorities in the implementation and enforcement of key pieces of the EU digital rulebook, such as for instance the Digital Services Act. Digitalising justice systems helps also to reduce costs for both public budgets and end users, while maintaining effective services for citizens and businesses. It enables justice professionals to focus on core tasks, improving the quality and efficiency of proceedings. Digital tools also expand access to justice, by allowing remote communication and easy access to judicial files, thereby enhancing transparency. Moreover, digitalisation strengthens the resilience of national justice systems in times of crisis (such as pandemics), ensuring they can continue to operate effectively for the benefit of citizens and businesses. That strengthens trust in the justice system’s ability to function reliably under unexpected circumstances. | (16) The Programme should contribute to digitalisation of justice, including by developing, rolling-out and maintaining tools at Union level. It could thus leverage tools facilitating digital communication between courts and parties such as the European Electronic Access Point, allowing easier access to judicial data such as the European Case Law Identifier, or enhancing the efficiency and security of digitalised judicial procedures such as trust services under Regulation (EU) No 910/2014 and the European Digital Identity Wallets. A well-functioning Union area of justice with effective and resilient national justice systems is necessary for a flourishing internal market and it is a precondition for economic growth, sound financial markets and competitiveness. Digitalisation enhances the efficiency of cross-border judicial procedures in civil and criminal matters as well as access to justice within the Union, which in turn are a driver for investments. Digitalisation of justice also enables and facilitates the effective and efficient cooperation with other competent authorities in the implementation and enforcement of key pieces of the EU digital rulebook, such as for instance the Digital Services Act. Digitalising justice systems helps also to reduce costs for both public budgets and end users, while maintaining effective services for citizens and businesses. It enables justice professionals to focus on core tasks, improving the quality and efficiency of proceedings. Digital tools also expand access to justice, by allowing remote communication and easy access to judicial files, thereby enhancing transparency. Moreover, digitalisation strengthens the resilience of national justice systems in times of crisis (such as pandemics), ensuring they can continue to operate effectively for the benefit of citizens and businesses. That strengthens trust in the justice system’s ability to function reliably under unexpected circumstances. The digitalisation of justice should not result in disadvantage for persons with limited digital skills or limited access to digital technologies. |
Or. sk
Amendment 100
Assita Kanko
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 16
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
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| (16) The Programme should contribute to digitalisation of justice, including by developing, rolling-out and maintaining tools at Union level. It could thus leverage tools facilitating digital communication between courts and parties such as the European Electronic Access Point, allowing easier access to judicial data such as the European Case Law Identifier, or enhancing the efficiency and security of digitalised judicial procedures such as trust services under Regulation (EU) No 910/2014 and the European Digital Identity Wallets. A well-functioning Union area of justice with effective and resilient national justice systems is necessary for a flourishing internal market and it is a precondition for economic growth, sound financial markets and competitiveness. Digitalisation enhances the efficiency of cross-border judicial procedures in civil and criminal matters as well as access to justice within the Union, which in turn are a driver for investments. Digitalisation of justice also enables and facilitates the effective and efficient cooperation with other competent authorities in the implementation and enforcement of key pieces of the EU digital rulebook, such as for instance the Digital Services Act. Digitalising justice systems helps also to reduce costs for both public budgets and end users, while maintaining effective services for citizens and businesses. It enables justice professionals to focus on core tasks, improving the quality and efficiency of proceedings. Digital tools also expand access to justice, by allowing remote communication and easy access to judicial files, thereby enhancing transparency. Moreover, digitalisation strengthens the resilience of national justice systems in times of crisis (such as pandemics), ensuring they can continue to operate effectively for the benefit of citizens and businesses. That strengthens trust in the justice system’s ability to function reliably under unexpected circumstances. | (16) The Programme should contribute to digitalisation of justice, while fully respecting the responsibility of Member States for the digitalisation and management of their national justice systems, including by developing, rolling-out and maintaining tools at Union level. It could thus leverage tools facilitating digital communication between courts and parties such as the European Electronic Access Point, allowing easier access to judicial data such as the European Case Law Identifier, or enhancing the efficiency and security of digitalised judicial procedures such as trust services under Regulation (EU) No 910/2014 and the European Digital Identity Wallets. A well-functioning Union area of justice with effective and resilient national justice systems is necessary for a flourishing internal market and it is a precondition for economic growth, sound financial markets and competitiveness. Digitalisation enhances the efficiency of cross-border judicial procedures in civil and criminal matters as well as access to justice within the Union, which in turn are a driver for investments. Digitalisation of justice also enables and facilitates the effective and efficient cooperation with other competent authorities in the implementation and enforcement of key pieces of the EU digital rulebook, such as for instance the Digital Services Act. Digitalising justice systems helps also to reduce costs for both public budgets and end users, while maintaining effective services for citizens and businesses. It enables justice professionals to focus on core tasks, improving the quality and efficiency of proceedings. Digital tools also expand access to justice, by allowing remote communication and easy access to judicial files, thereby enhancing transparency. Moreover, digitalisation strengthens the resilience of national justice systems in times of crisis (such as pandemics), ensuring they can continue to operate effectively for the benefit of citizens and businesses. That strengthens trust in the justice system’s ability to function reliably under unexpected circumstances. |
Or. en
Amendment 101
Emil Radev
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 16
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
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| (16) The Programme should contribute to digitalisation of justice, including by developing, rolling-out and maintaining tools at Union level. It could thus leverage tools facilitating digital communication between courts and parties such as the European Electronic Access Point, allowing easier access to judicial data such as the European Case Law Identifier, or enhancing the efficiency and security of digitalised judicial procedures such as trust services under Regulation (EU) No 910/2014 and the European Digital Identity Wallets. A well-functioning Union area of justice with effective and resilient national justice systems is necessary for a flourishing internal market and it is a precondition for economic growth, sound financial markets and competitiveness. Digitalisation enhances the efficiency of cross-border judicial procedures in civil and criminal matters as well as access to justice within the Union, which in turn are a driver for investments. Digitalisation of justice also enables and facilitates the effective and efficient cooperation with other competent authorities in the implementation and enforcement of key pieces of the EU digital rulebook, such as for instance the Digital Services Act. Digitalising justice systems helps also to reduce costs for both public budgets and end users, while maintaining effective services for citizens and businesses. It enables justice professionals to focus on core tasks, improving the quality and efficiency of proceedings. Digital tools also expand access to justice, by allowing remote communication and easy access to judicial files, thereby enhancing transparency. Moreover, digitalisation strengthens the resilience of national justice systems in times of crisis (such as pandemics), ensuring they can continue to operate effectively for the benefit of citizens and businesses. That strengthens trust in the justice system’s ability to function reliably under unexpected circumstances. | (16) The Programme should contribute to digitalisation of justice, including by developing, rolling-out and maintaining tools at Union level. It could thus leverage tools facilitating digital communication between courts and parties such as the European Electronic Access Point, allowing easier access to judicial data such as the European Case Law Identifier, or enhancing the efficiency and security of digitalised judicial procedures such as trust services under Regulation (EU) No 910/2014 and the European Digital Identity Wallets. A well-functioning Union area of justice with effective and resilient national justice systems is necessary for a flourishing internal market and it is a precondition for economic growth, sound financial markets and competitiveness. Digitalisation enhances the efficiency of cross-border judicial procedures in civil and criminal matters as well as access to justice within the Union, which in turn are a driver for investments. Digitalisation of justice also enables and facilitates the effective and efficient cooperation with other competent authorities in the implementation and enforcement of key pieces of the EU digital rulebook, such as for instance the Regulation on digitalisation of judicial cooperation, Directive on digitalisation of Company law, or Digital Services Act. Digitalising justice systems helps also to reduce costs for both public budgets and end users, while maintaining effective services for citizens and businesses. It enables justice professionals to focus on core tasks, improving the quality and efficiency of proceedings. Digital tools also expand access to justice, by allowing remote communication and easy access to judicial files, thereby enhancing transparency. Moreover, digitalisation strengthens the resilience of national justice systems in times of crisis (such as pandemics), ensuring they can continue to operate effectively for the benefit of citizens and businesses. That strengthens trust in the justice system’s ability to function reliably under unexpected circumstances. |
Or. en
Amendment 102
Jaroslav Bžoch
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 16
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
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| (16) The Programme should contribute to digitalisation of justice, including by developing, rolling-out and maintaining tools at Union level. It could thus leverage tools facilitating digital communication between courts and parties such as the European Electronic Access Point, allowing easier access to judicial data such as the European Case Law Identifier, or enhancing the efficiency and security of digitalised judicial procedures such as trust services under Regulation (EU) No 910/2014 and the European Digital Identity Wallets. A well-functioning Union area of justice with effective and resilient national justice systems is necessary for a flourishing internal market and it is a precondition for economic growth, sound financial markets and competitiveness. Digitalisation enhances the efficiency of cross-border judicial procedures in civil and criminal matters as well as access to justice within the Union, which in turn are a driver for investments. Digitalisation of justice also enables and facilitates the effective and efficient cooperation with other competent authorities in the implementation and enforcement of key pieces of the EU digital rulebook, such as for instance the Digital Services Act. Digitalising justice systems helps also to reduce costs for both public budgets and end users, while maintaining effective services for citizens and businesses. It enables justice professionals to focus on core tasks, improving the quality and efficiency of proceedings. Digital tools also expand access to justice, by allowing remote communication and easy access to judicial files, thereby enhancing transparency. Moreover, digitalisation strengthens the resilience of national justice systems in times of crisis (such as pandemics), ensuring they can continue to operate effectively for the benefit of citizens and businesses. That strengthens trust in the justice system’s ability to function reliably under unexpected circumstances. | (16) The Programme should contribute to digitalisation of justice, including by developing, rolling-out and maintaining tools at Union level. It could thus leverage tools facilitating digital communication between courts and parties such as the European Electronic Access Point, allowing easier access to judicial data such as the European Case Law Identifier, or enhancing the efficiency and security of digitalised judicial procedures such as trust services under Regulation (EU) No 910/2014 and the European Digital Identity Wallets. A well-functioning Union area of justice with effective and resilient national justice systems is necessary for a flourishing internal market and it is a precondition for economic growth, sound financial markets and competitiveness. Digitalisation enhances the efficiency of cross-border judicial procedures in civil and criminal matters as well as access to justice within the Union, which in turn are a driver for investments. Digitalisation of justice also enables and facilitates the effective and efficient cooperation with other competent authorities in the implementation and enforcement of key pieces of the EU digital rulebook, such as for instance the Regulation on the digitalisation of judicial cooperation12a or the Digital Services Act. Digitalising justice systems helps also to reduce costs for both public budgets and end users, while maintaining effective services for citizens and businesses. It enables justice professionals to focus on core tasks, improving the quality and efficiency of proceedings. Digital tools also expand access to justice, by allowing remote communication and easy access to judicial files, thereby enhancing transparency. Moreover, digitalisation strengthens the resilience of national justice systems in times of crisis (such as pandemics), ensuring they can continue to operate effectively for the benefit of citizens and businesses. That strengthens trust in the justice system’s ability to function reliably under unexpected circumstances. |
| 12a Regulation (EU) 2023/2844 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 13 December 2023 on the digitalisation of judicial cooperation and access to justice in cross-border civil, commercial and criminal matters, and amending certain acts in the field of judicial cooperation |
Or. en
Amendment 103
François-Xavier Bellamy, Nadine Morano
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 16
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
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| (16) The Programme should contribute to digitalisation of justice, including by developing, rolling-out and maintaining tools at Union level. It could thus leverage tools facilitating digital communication between courts and parties such as the European Electronic Access Point, allowing easier access to judicial data such as the European Case Law Identifier, or enhancing the efficiency and security of digitalised judicial procedures such as trust services under Regulation (EU) No 910/2014 and the European Digital Identity Wallets. A well-functioning Union area of justice with effective and resilient national justice systems is necessary for a flourishing internal market and it is a precondition for economic growth, sound financial markets and competitiveness. Digitalisation enhances the efficiency of cross-border judicial procedures in civil and criminal matters as well as access to justice within the Union, which in turn are a driver for investments. Digitalisation of justice also enables and facilitates the effective and efficient cooperation with other competent authorities in the implementation and enforcement of key pieces of the EU digital rulebook, such as for instance the Digital Services Act. Digitalising justice systems helps also to reduce costs for both public budgets and end users, while maintaining effective services for citizens and businesses. It enables justice professionals to focus on core tasks, improving the quality and efficiency of proceedings. Digital tools also expand access to justice, by allowing remote communication and easy access to judicial files, thereby enhancing transparency. Moreover, digitalisation strengthens the resilience of national justice systems in times of crisis (such as pandemics), ensuring they can continue to operate effectively for the benefit of citizens and businesses. That strengthens trust in the justice system’s ability to function reliably under unexpected circumstances. | (16) The Programme should contribute to digitalisation of justice, including by developing, rolling-out and maintaining tools at Union level, without impacting the tools in place at national level. It could thus leverage tools facilitating digital communication between courts and parties such as the European Electronic Access Point, allowing easier access to judicial data such as the European Case Law Identifier, or enhancing the efficiency and security of digitalised judicial procedures such as trust services under Regulation (EU) No 910/2014 and the European Digital Identity Wallets. A well-functioning Union area of justice with effective and resilient national justice systems is necessary for a flourishing internal market and it is a precondition for economic growth, sound financial markets and competitiveness. Digitalisation enhances the efficiency of cross-border judicial procedures in civil and criminal matters as well as access to justice within the Union, which in turn are a driver for investments. Digitalisation of justice also enables and facilitates the effective and efficient cooperation with other competent authorities in the implementation and enforcement of key pieces of the EU digital rulebook, such as for instance the Digital Services Act. Digitalising justice systems helps also to reduce costs for both public budgets and end users, while maintaining effective services for citizens and businesses. It enables justice professionals to focus on core tasks, improving the quality and efficiency of proceedings. Digital tools also expand access to justice, by allowing remote communication and easy access to judicial files, thereby enhancing transparency. Moreover, digitalisation strengthens the resilience of national justice systems in times of crisis (such as pandemics), ensuring they can continue to operate effectively for the benefit of citizens and businesses. That strengthens trust in the justice system’s ability to function reliably under unexpected circumstances. |
Or. fr
Amendment 104
Sebastian Tynkkynen
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 16
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
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| (16) The Programme should contribute to digitalisation of justice, including by developing, rolling-out and maintaining tools at Union level. It could thus leverage tools facilitating digital communication between courts and parties such as the European Electronic Access Point, allowing easier access to judicial data such as the European Case Law Identifier, or enhancing the efficiency and security of digitalised judicial procedures such as trust services under Regulation (EU) No 910/2014 and the European Digital Identity Wallets. A well-functioning Union area of justice with effective and resilient national justice systems is necessary for a flourishing internal market and it is a precondition for economic growth, sound financial markets and competitiveness. Digitalisation enhances the efficiency of cross-border judicial procedures in civil and criminal matters as well as access to justice within the Union, which in turn are a driver for investments. Digitalisation of justice also enables and facilitates the effective and efficient cooperation with other competent authorities in the implementation and enforcement of key pieces of the EU digital rulebook, such as for instance the Digital Services Act. Digitalising justice systems helps also to reduce costs for both public budgets and end users, while maintaining effective services for citizens and businesses. It enables justice professionals to focus on core tasks, improving the quality and efficiency of proceedings. Digital tools also expand access to justice, by allowing remote communication and easy access to judicial files, thereby enhancing transparency. Moreover, digitalisation strengthens the resilience of national justice systems in times of crisis (such as pandemics), ensuring they can continue to operate effectively for the benefit of citizens and businesses. That strengthens trust in the justice system’s ability to function reliably under unexpected circumstances. | (16) The Programme should contribute to digitalisation of justice, including by developing, rolling-out and maintaining tools at Union level. It could thus leverage tools facilitating digital communication between courts and parties such as the European Electronic Access Point, allowing easier access to judicial data such as the European Case Law Identifier, or enhancing the efficiency and security of digitalised judicial procedures such as trust services under Regulation (EU) No 910/2014 and the European Digital Identity Wallets. A well-functioning Union area of justice with effective and resilient national justice systems is necessary for a flourishing internal market and it is a precondition for economic growth, sound financial markets and competitiveness. Digitalisation enhances the efficiency of cross-border judicial procedures in civil and criminal matters as well as access to justice within the Union, which in turn are a driver for investments. Digitalisation of justice also enables and facilitates the effective and efficient cooperation with other competent authorities in the implementation and enforcement of key pieces of the EU digital rulebook. Digitalising justice systems helps also to reduce costs for both public budgets and end users, while maintaining effective services for citizens and businesses. It enables justice professionals to focus on core tasks, improving the quality and efficiency of proceedings. Digital tools also expand access to justice, by allowing remote communication and easy access to judicial files, thereby enhancing transparency. Moreover, digitalisation strengthens the resilience of national justice systems in times of crisis (such as pandemics), ensuring they can continue to operate effectively for the benefit of citizens and businesses. That strengthens trust in the justice system’s ability to function reliably under unexpected circumstances. |
Or. fi
Amendment 105
Sebastian Tynkkynen
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 17
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| (17) The Union must protect its security interest against suppliers which could represent a persistent security risk due to the potential interference from third countries as well as their security, notably cybersecurity. It is therefore necessary to reduce the risk of persisting dependency on high-risk suppliers in the internal market, including in the ICT supply chain, as they could have potentially serious negative impacts on security for users and companies across the Union and the Union’s critical infrastructure in terms of the integrity of data and services as well as the availability of service. This restriction should be based on a proportionate risk assessment and associated mitigation measures as defined in Union policies and laws. | (17) The Union must protect its security interest against suppliers which could represent a persistent security risk due to the potential interference from third countries, such as China or Russia, as well as their security, notably cybersecurity. It is therefore necessary to reduce the risk of persisting dependency on high-risk suppliers in the internal market, including in the ICT supply chain, as they could have potentially serious negative impacts on security for users and companies across the Union and the Union’s critical infrastructure in terms of the integrity of data and services as well as the availability of service. This restriction should be based on a proportionate risk assessment and associated mitigation measures as defined in Union policies and laws. |
Or. fi
Amendment 106
Assita Kanko
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 17 a (new)
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
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| (17 a) In order to fulfil the objectives of this Regulation, the power to adopt acts in accordance with Article 290 TFEU should be delegated to the Commission in respect of supplementing this Regulation through the adoption of work programmes. It is of particular importance that the Commission carry out appropriate consultations during its preparatory work, including at expert level, and that those consultations be conducted in accordance with the principles laid down in the Interinstitutional Agreement of 13 April 2016 on Better Law-Making1a. In particular, to ensure equal participation in the preparation of delegated acts, the European Parliament and the Council receive all documents at the same time as Member States' experts, and their experts systematically have access to meetings of Commission expert groups dealing with the preparation of delegated acts. | |
| 1a OJ L 123, 12.5.2016, p. 1, ELI: http://data.europa.eu/eli/agree_interinstit/2016/512/oj |
Or. en
Amendment 107
Mario Mantovani, Alessandro Ciriani
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 17 a (new)
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
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| (17a) With a view to making the Programme as widely available as possible and ensuring that it operates effectively and upholds equal treatment, the Commission should reduce administrative burdens for applicants and beneficiaries, while preventing overlaps between projects, simplifying award and allocation procedures and providing specific technical guidance to facilitate participation in transnational projects. The Commission should also ensure that the geographical and size-related distribution of funding reflects the different national legal systems and contexts in which legal staff operate. |
Or. it
Justification
Il programma Giustizia deve essere una risorsa democratica capillare, e superare quelle barriere burocratiche che storicamente hanno favorito solo gli enti più grandi e strutturati. La semplificazione delle procedure e il coordinamento per evitare le sovrapposizioni tra progetti che si sono verificate nel passato - soprattutto tra programmi Cerv ed FSI con bandi ad obiettivi quasi identici ma con diversi canali di finanziamento e diverse regole di rendicontazione - devono riflettere il principio di buona amministrazione, garantendo che i fondi UE generino un impatto reale là dove serve davvero, nei contesti periferici o con minori risorse
Amendment 108
Sebastian Tynkkynen
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 18
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
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| (18) The Commission should ensure overall consistency, complementarity and synergies with the work of Union bodies, offices and agencies, in particular Eurojust, the European Union Agency for Fundamental Rights (FRA), the European Union Agency for the Operational Management of Large-Scale IT Systems in the Area of Freedom, Security and Justice (eu-LISA) and the EPPO, and should take into account the work of other national and international actors in the areas covered by the Programme. | (18) The Commission should ensure overall consistency, complementarity and synergies with the work of Union bodies, offices and agencies, in particular Eurojust, the European Union Agency for the Operational Management of Large-Scale IT Systems in the Area of Freedom, Security and Justice (eu-LISA) and the EPPO, and should take into account the work of other national and international actors in the areas covered by the Programme. |
Or. fi
Amendment 109
Tobiasz Bocheński
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 18 a (new)
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
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| (18 a) Stress that, while carrying out the Programme, due attention should be paid to the real needs-oriented distribution of funds, ensuring that it contributes to reducing disparities among the justice systems of the Member States, particularly in terms of the accessibility of digital tools, specific local economic constraints, and organisational difficulties, with special regard to regions whose level of development remains below the European Union average; call for a unified approach to expenditure, which enables the traceability of EU budget contributions to specific projects and their actual final beneficiaries, including contractors and sub-contractors; emphasise the importance of ensuring the visibility of EU-funded projects for citizens. |
Or. en
Amendment 110
Pascale Piera, Ton Diepeveen, Alexandre Varaut
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 19
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
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| (19) In order to ensure the efficient allocation of funds from the general budget of the Union, it is necessary to ensure that all actions carried out under the Programme have Union added value, complement Member States’ actions and are consistent with other Union actions. Consistency, complementarity and synergies should be sought in particular with funding programmes supporting policy areas that are closely interlinked, such as the National and Regional Partnership Plans (established by Regulation XXX of the European Parliament and of the Council [NRP Regulation]13), the AgoraEU programme (established by Regulation XXX of the European Parliament and of the Council [AgoraEU]14,), and external actions supported by Global Europe (established by Regulation XXX of the European Parliament and of the Council15). | (19) In order to ensure the efficient allocation of funds from the general budget of the Union, it is necessary to ensure that all actions carried out under the Programme have Union added value, complement Member States’ actions and are consistent with other Union actions. Consistency, complementarity and synergies should be sought in particular with funding programmes supporting policy areas that are closely interlinked. |
| 13 Proposal for a Regulation (EU) XXX of the European Parliament and of the Council establishing the European Fund for economic, social and territorial cohesion, agriculture and rural, fisheries and maritime, prosperity and security for the period 2028-2034 and amending Regulation (EU) 2023/955 and Regulation (EU, Euratom) 2024/2509, COM/2025/565 final. | |
| 14 Proposal for a Regulation (EU) XXX of the European Parliament and of the Council establishing the 'AgoraEU' programme for the period 2028-2034, and repealing Regulations (EU) 2021/692 and (EU) 2021/818, COM(2025) 550 final. | |
| 15 Proposal for a Regulation (EU) XXX of the European Parliament and of the Council establishing Global Europe, COM/2025/551 final. |
Or. fr
Amendment 111
Jaroslav Bžoch
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 19
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
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| (19) In order to ensure the efficient allocation of funds from the general budget of the Union, it is necessary to ensure that all actions carried out under the Programme have Union added value, complement Member States’ actions and are consistent with other Union actions. Consistency, complementarity and synergies should be sought in particular with funding programmes supporting policy areas that are closely interlinked, such as the National and Regional Partnership Plans (established by Regulation XXX of the European Parliament and of the Council [NRP Regulation]13 ), the AgoraEU programme (established by Regulation XXX of the European Parliament and of the Council [AgoraEU]14 ,), and external actions supported by Global Europe (established by Regulation XXX of the European Parliament and of the Council15 ). | (19) In order to ensure the efficient allocation of funds from the general budget of the Union, it is necessary to ensure that all actions carried out under the Programme have Union added value, complement Member States’ actions and are consistent with other Union actions. Consistency, complementarity and synergies should be sought in particular with funding programmes supporting policy areas that are closely interlinked, such as the National and Regional Partnership Plans (established by Regulation XXX of the European Parliament and of the Council [NRP Regulation]13 ), the relevant Home affairs financial instruments on Asylum, Migration and Integration (AMI)13a, Border Management and Visa (BMV) 13b and Internal Security (IS)13c, the AgoraEU programme (established by Regulation XXX of the European Parliament and of the Council [AgoraEU]14 ,), and external actions supported by Global Europe (established by Regulation XXX of the European Parliament and of the Council15 ). |
| 13 Proposal for a Regulation (EU) XXX of the European Parliament and of the Council establishing the European Fund for economic, social and territorial cohesion, agriculture and rural, fisheries and maritime, prosperity and security for the period 2028-2034 and amending Regulation (EU) 2023/955 and Regulation (EU, Euratom) 2024/2509, COM(2025) 565 final. | 13 Proposal for a Regulation (EU) XXX of the European Parliament and of the Council establishing the European Fund for economic, social and territorial cohesion, agriculture and rural, fisheries and maritime, prosperity and security for the period 2028-2034 and amending Regulation (EU) 2023/955 and Regulation (EU, Euratom) 2024/2509, COM(2025) 565 final. |
| 13a Proposal for a Regulation of the European Parliament and of the Council establishing the Union support for asylum, migration and integration for the period from 2028 to 2034, COM(2025) 540 final | |
| 13b Proposal for a Regulation of the European Parliament and of the Council establishing the Union support for the Schengen area, for European integrated border management and for the common policy on visas for the period from 2028 to 2034, COM(2025) 541 final | |
| 13c Proposal for a Regulation of the European Parliament and of the Council establishing the Union support for internal security for the period from 2028 to 2034, COM(2025) 542 final | |
| 14 Proposal for a Regulation (EU) XXX of the European Parliament and of the Council establishing the 'AgoraEU' programme for the period 2028-2034, and repealing Regulations (EU) 2021/692 and (EU) 2021/818, COM(2025) 550 final. | 14 Proposal for a Regulation (EU) XXX of the European Parliament and of the Council establishing the 'AgoraEU' programme for the period 2028-2034, and repealing Regulations (EU) 2021/692 and (EU) 2021/818, COM(2025) 550 final. |
| 15 Proposal for a Regulation (EU) XXX of the European Parliament and of the Council establishing Global Europe, COM/2025/551 final. | 15 Proposal for a Regulation (EU) XXX of the European Parliament and of the Council establishing Global Europe, COM/2025/551 final. |
Or. en
Amendment 112
Sebastian Tynkkynen
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 19
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| (19) In order to ensure the efficient allocation of funds from the general budget of the Union, it is necessary to ensure that all actions carried out under the Programme have Union added value, complement Member States’ actions and are consistent with other Union actions. Consistency, complementarity and synergies should be sought in particular with funding programmes supporting policy areas that are closely interlinked, such as the National and Regional Partnership Plans (established by Regulation XXX of the European Parliament and of the Council [NRP Regulation]13), the AgoraEU programme (established by Regulation XXX of the European Parliament and of the Council [AgoraEU]14,), and external actions supported by Global Europe (established by Regulation XXX of the European Parliament and of the Council15). | (19) In order to ensure the efficient and transparent allocation of funds from the general budget of the Union, it is necessary to ensure that all actions carried out under the Programme have Union added value, complement Member States’ actions and are consistent with other Union actions. Consistency, complementarity and synergies should be sought in particular with funding programmes supporting policy areas that are closely interlinked, such as the National and Regional Partnership Plans (established by Regulation XXX of the European Parliament and of the Council [NRP Regulation]13), the AgoraEU programme (established by Regulation XXX of the European Parliament and of the Council [AgoraEU]14,), and external actions supported by Global Europe (established by Regulation XXX of the European Parliament and of the Council15). |
| 13 Proposal for a Regulation (EU) XXX of the European Parliament and of the Council establishing the European Fund for economic, social and territorial cohesion, agriculture and rural, fisheries and maritime, prosperity and security for the period 2028-2034 and amending Regulation (EU) 2023/955 and Regulation (EU, Euratom) 2024/2509, COM(2025) 565 final. | 13 Proposal for a Regulation (EU) XXX of the European Parliament and of the Council establishing the European Fund for economic, social and territorial cohesion, agriculture and rural, fisheries and maritime, prosperity and security for the period 2028-2034 and amending Regulation (EU) 2023/955 and Regulation (EU, Euratom) 2024/2509, COM(2025) 565 final. |
| 14 Proposal for a Regulation (EU) XXX of the European Parliament and of the Council establishing the 'AgoraEU' programme for the period 2028-2034, and repealing Regulations (EU) 2021/692 and (EU) 2021/818, COM(2025) 550 final. | 14 Proposal for a Regulation (EU) XXX of the European Parliament and of the Council establishing the 'AgoraEU' programme for the period 2028-2034, and repealing Regulations (EU) 2021/692 and (EU) 2021/818, COM(2025) 550 final. |
| 15 Proposal for a Regulation (EU) XXX of the European Parliament and of the Council establishing Global Europe, COM/2025/551 final. | 15 Proposal for a Regulation (EU) XXX of the European Parliament and of the Council establishing Global Europe, COM/2025/551 final. |
Or. fi
Amendment 113
Pascale Piera, Ton Diepeveen, Alexandre Varaut
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 19 a (new)
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
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| (19a) Pursuant to paragraphs 22 and 23 of the Interinstitutional Agreement of 13 April 2016 on Better Law-Making15 a, this Programme should be evaluated on the basis of information collected in accordance with specific monitoring requirements, while avoiding an administrative burden, in particular on Member States, and overregulation. Those requirements should include indicators necessary for evaluating the impact of the Programme. The Commission should report on the performance of the Programme annually to the European Parliament and to the Council, within the existing reporting mechanisms, in particular the EU Justice scoreboard. | |
| 15 a OJ L 123, 12.5.2016, p. 1, ELI: http://data.europa.eu/eli/agree_interinstit/2016/512/oj. |
Or. fr
Amendment 114
François-Xavier Bellamy, Nadine Morano
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 19 a (new)
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
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| (19a) Calls on the Commission to perform ex ante and ex post evaluations in order to ensure that all entities benefiting from Programme funding uphold the values of the Union. Those evaluations must be based on other information in addition to reported information, and also on the influence networks of such entities, in order to avoid any acts of Islamist entryism. As regards associated third countries, calls on the Commission to work towards a regime of conditionality which could be applied to countries participating in Union programmes. |
Or. fr
Amendment 115
Pascale Piera, Ton Diepeveen, Alexandre Varaut
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 19 b (new)
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
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| (19b) In order to ensure the effective assessment of the Programme’s progress towards the achievement of its objectives, a two-yearly review of the Regulation should be carried out, by means of an ordinary legislative procedure, including to amend the indicators set out in Articles 10 and 10c and in the Annex. It is of particular importance that the Member States and the Commission carry out appropriate consultations, including at expert level, and that those consultations be conducted in accordance with the principles laid down in the Interinstitutional Agreement of 13 April 2016 on “Better Law-Making”, in order to propose, where appropriate, the most suitable revision to the co-legislators. |
Or. fr
Amendment 116
Daniel Buda
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 20 a (new)
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
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| (20a) Since the objectives of this Regulation, namely to contribute to the further development of a European area of justice based on the rule of law, mutual recognition and mutual trust, in particular by promoting judicial cooperation in civil and criminal matters, cannot be sufficiently achieved by the Member States but can rather, by reason of the scale and effect of the action, be better achieved at Union level, the Union may adopt measures, in accordance with the principle of subsidiarity as set out in Article 5 of the TEU. In accordance with the principle of proportionality as set out in that Article, this Regulation does not go beyond what is necessary to achieve those objectives. |
Or. ro
Amendment 117
Pascale Piera, Ton Diepeveen, Alexandre Varaut
Proposal for a regulation
Article 2 – paragraph 1
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| For the purposes of this Regulation, ‘judiciary and judicial staff’ means judges, prosecutors and members of staff of courts and of prosecutors’ offices, as well as any other justice professionals associated with the justice systems or otherwise participating in the administration of justice, irrespective of the definition in national law, legal status or internal organisation, such as lawyers, notaries, bailiffs or enforcement officers, insolvency practitioners, mediators, court interpreters and translators, court experts, prison staff and probation officers. | For the purposes of this Regulation, ‘judiciary and judicial staff’ means judges, prosecutors and members of staff of courts and of prosecutors’ offices. |
Or. fr
Amendment 118
Daniel Buda
Proposal for a regulation
Article 2 – paragraph 1
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| For the purposes of this Regulation, ‘judiciary and judicial staff’ means judges, prosecutors and members of staff of courts and of prosecutors’ offices, as well as any other justice professionals associated with the justice systems or otherwise participating in the administration of justice, irrespective of the definition in national law, legal status or internal organisation, such as lawyers, notaries, bailiffs or enforcement officers, insolvency practitioners, mediators, court interpreters and translators, court experts, prison staff and probation officers. | For the purposes of this Regulation, ‘judiciary and judicial staff’ means judges, prosecutors and members of staff of courts and of prosecutors’ offices, as well as any other justice professionals associated with the judicial systems. |
Or. ro
Justification
The concise definition ensures that this Regulation is easier to apply. The definition proposed for amendment in the article is in the proposed recital 12 A NEW, to ensure that this Regulation is accessible.
Amendment 119
Jaroslav Bžoch
Proposal for a regulation
Article 2 – paragraph 1
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
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| For the purposes of this Regulation, ‘judiciary and judicial staff’ means judges, prosecutors and members of staff of courts and of prosecutors’ offices, as well as any other justice professionals associated with the justice systems or otherwise participating in the administration of justice, irrespective of the definition in national law, legal status or internal organisation, such as lawyers, notaries, bailiffs or enforcement officers, insolvency practitioners, mediators, court interpreters and translators, court experts, prison staff and probation officers. | For the purposes of this Regulation, ‘judiciary and judicial staff’ means judges, prosecutors and members of staff of courts and of prosecutors’ offices, as well as any justice or other professionals associated with the judiciary or otherwise participating in the administration of justice, irrespective of the definition in national law, legal status or internal organisation. |
Or. en
Amendment 120
Mario Mantovani, Alessandro Ciriani
Proposal for a regulation
Article 2 – paragraph 1
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
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| For the purposes of this Regulation, ‘judiciary and judicial staff’ means judges, prosecutors and members of staff of courts and of prosecutors’ offices, as well as any other justice professionals associated with the justice systems or otherwise participating in the administration of justice, irrespective of the definition in national law, legal status or internal organisation, such as lawyers, notaries, bailiffs or enforcement officers, insolvency practitioners, mediators, court interpreters and translators, court experts, prison staff and probation officers. | For the purposes of this Regulation, ‘judiciary and judicial staff’ means judges, prosecutors and members of staff of courts and of prosecutors’ offices, including honorary members, as well as any other justice professionals associated with the justice systems or otherwise participating in the administration of justice, including fiscal justice, irrespective of the definition in national law, legal status or internal organisation, such as lawyers, notaries, bailiffs or enforcement officers, insolvency practitioners, tax advisers and consultants who assist taxpayers with tax procedures, mediators, court interpreters and translators, court experts, prison staff and probation officers. |
Or. it
Justification
Taxation is litigated and administered differently across the Member States. Including a specific reference to the various professions involved in such procedures, including honorary members of the judiciary, would be particularly significant, since investors are crying out for independence and reliability.
Amendment 121
Tineke Strik, Jaume Asens Llodrà, Katarina Barley, Krzysztof Śmiszek, Dainius Žalimas, Nikola Minchev, Michał Wawrykiewicz, Emil Radev
Proposal for a regulation
Article 2 – paragraph 1
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| For the purposes of this Regulation, ‘judiciary and judicial staff’ means judges, prosecutors and members of staff of courts and of prosecutors’ offices, as well as any other justice professionals associated with the justice systems or otherwise participating in the administration of justice, irrespective of the definition in national law, legal status or internal organisation, such as lawyers, notaries, bailiffs or enforcement officers, insolvency practitioners, mediators, court interpreters and translators, court experts, prison staff and probation officers. | For the purposes of this Regulation, ‘judiciary and judicial staff’ means judges, prosecutors and members of staff of courts and of prosecutors’ offices, as well as any other professionals associated with the justice systems or otherwise participating in the administration of justice, irrespective of the definition in national law, legal status or internal organisation, such as lawyers, notaries, bailiffs or enforcement officers, insolvency practitioners, restorative justice practitioners and mediators, court interpreters and translators, court experts, prison or other detention facility staff and probation officers. |
Or. en
Amendment 122
Tobiasz Bocheński
Proposal for a regulation
Article 2 – paragraph 1
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
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| For the purposes of this Regulation, ‘judiciary and judicial staff’ means judges, prosecutors and members of staff of courts and of prosecutors’ offices, as well as any other justice professionals associated with the justice systems or otherwise participating in the administration of justice, irrespective of the definition in national law, legal status or internal organisation, such as lawyers, notaries, bailiffs or enforcement officers, insolvency practitioners, mediators, court interpreters and translators, court experts, prison staff and probation officers. | For the purposes of this Regulation, ‘judiciary and judicial staff’ means judges, prosecutors and members of staff of courts and of prosecutors’ offices, as well as any other justice professionals associated with the justice systems or otherwise participating in the administration of justice, legal status or internal organisation, such as lawyers, notaries, bailiffs or enforcement officers, insolvency practitioners, mediators, court interpreters and translators, court experts, prison staff and probation officers. |
Or. en
Amendment 123
Giuseppe Antoci, Mario Furore
Proposal for a regulation
Article 3 – paragraph 1
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
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| 1. The general objective of the Programme is to contribute to the further development of an efficient, inclusive, resilient and digitalised Union area of justice, based on the rule of law, mutual recognition and mutual trust, thereby also strengthening democracy and the protection of fundamental rights, and contributing to the Union’s growth and competitiveness, as well as the digitalisation of justice at the Union level. | 1. The general objective of the Programme is to contribute to the further development of an efficient, inclusive, resilient and fully digitalised Union area of justice, based on the rule of law, mutual recognition and mutual trust, thereby also strengthening democracy and the protection of fundamental rights, contributing to the Union’s growth and competitiveness, as well as the digitalisation of justice at the Union level, and taking effective action to combat corruption, cross-border organised crime and all serious forms of crime which jeopardise the rule of law and integrity of public institutions. |
Or. it
Amendment 124
Victor Negrescu
Proposal for a regulation
Article 3 – paragraph 1
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
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| 1. The general objective of the Programme is to contribute to the further development of an efficient, inclusive, resilient and digitalised Union area of justice, based on the rule of law, mutual recognition and mutual trust, thereby also strengthening democracy and the protection of fundamental rights, and contributing to the Union’s growth and competitiveness, as well as the digitalisation of justice at the Union level. | 1. The general objective of the Programme is to contribute to the further development of an efficient, inclusive, resilient and digitalised Union area of justice, based on the rule of law, mutual recognition and mutual trust, thereby also strengthening democracy and the protection of fundamental rights, equal access to justice, judicial independence and transparency and contributing to the Union’s growth and competitiveness, as well as the digitalisation of justice at the Union level, through secure, interoperable and cyber-resilient digital justice systems accessible to all citizens, legal practitioners, SMEs and vulnerable groups. |
Or. en
Amendment 125
Pascale Piera, Ton Diepeveen, Alexandre Varaut
Proposal for a regulation
Article 3 – paragraph 1
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
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| 1. The general objective of the Programme is to contribute to the further development of an efficient, inclusive, resilient and digitalised Union area of justice, based on the rule of law, mutual recognition and mutual trust, thereby also strengthening democracy and the protection of fundamental rights, and contributing to the Union’s growth and competitiveness, as well as the digitalisation of justice at the Union level. | 1. The general objective of the Programme is to contribute to the further development of a European area of justice which contributes to good cross-border judicial cooperation in civil and criminal matters. |
Or. fr
Amendment 126
Sebastian Tynkkynen
Proposal for a regulation
Article 3 – paragraph 1
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
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| 1. The general objective of the Programme is to contribute to the further development of an efficient, inclusive, resilient and digitalised Union area of justice, based on the rule of law, mutual recognition and mutual trust, thereby also strengthening democracy and the protection of fundamental rights, and contributing to the Union’s growth and competitiveness, as well as the digitalisation of justice at the Union level. | 1. The general objective of the Programme is to contribute to the further development of an efficient, inclusive, resilient and digitalised Union area of justice that respects the sovereignty of the Member States, based on the rule of law, mutual recognition and mutual trust, thereby also strengthening democracy and the protection of fundamental rights, and contributing to the Union’s growth and competitiveness, as well as the digitalisation of justice at the Union level. |
Or. fi
Amendment 127
Daniel Buda
Proposal for a regulation
Article 3 – paragraph 1
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
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| 1. The general objective of the Programme is to contribute to the further development of an efficient, inclusive, resilient and digitalised Union area of justice, based on the rule of law, mutual recognition and mutual trust, thereby also strengthening democracy and the protection of fundamental rights, and contributing to the Union’s growth and competitiveness, as well as the digitalisation of justice at the Union level. | 1. The general objective of the Programme is to contribute to the further development of an efficient, accessible, safe, inclusive, resilient and digitalised Union area of justice, based on the rule of law, mutual recognition and mutual trust, thereby also strengthening democracy and the protection of fundamental rights, and contributing to the Union’s growth and competitiveness, as well as the digitalisation of justice at the Union level. |
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Amendment 128
Giuseppe Antoci, Mario Furore
Proposal for a regulation
Article 3 – paragraph 2 – point a
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| (a) to facilitate and support judicial cooperation in civil and criminal matters, and to promote the rule of law, in particular the independence, quality and efficiency of justice systems, including through improving the effective cross-border recognition and enforcement of judicial decisions; | (a) to facilitate and support judicial cooperation in civil and criminal matters, and to promote the rule of law, in particular the independence, quality and efficiency of justice systems, including through improving the effective cross-border recognition and enforcement of judicial decisions; to support actions aimed at preventing and combating corruption, organised crime and other serious forms of cross-border crime, and to strengthen cooperation between the judicial authorities, Eurojust, the EPPO and the national authorities responsible for tackling cross-border crime; to facilitate the systematic and structured exchange of information between Eurojust, the EPPO and Europol, as well as the effective use thereof; to facilitate and support judicial cooperation in civil and criminal matters, and to promote the rule of law, in particular the independence, quality and efficiency of justice systems, including through improving the effective cross-border recognition and enforcement of judicial decisions; to support the development and deployment of AI-based digital tools in order to monitor public procurement procedures, highlight abnormalities which may point to corruption or serious irregularities, and submit the relevant reports to the competent judicial and supervisory authorities, once they have been duly verified by judicial staff; |
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Amendment 129
Victor Negrescu
Proposal for a regulation
Article 3 – paragraph 2 – point a
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| (a) to facilitate and support judicial cooperation in civil and criminal matters, and to promote the rule of law, in particular the independence, quality and efficiency of justice systems, including through improving the effective cross-border recognition and enforcement of judicial decisions; | (a) to facilitate and support judicial cooperation in civil and criminal matters, and to promote the rule of law, in particular the independence, quality and efficiency of justice systems, including through improving the effective cross-border recognition and enforcement of judicial decisions, strengthening secure and efficient cross-border judicial cooperation mechanisms, exchange of judicial information and interoperability between national justice systems and also strengthening transparency, judicial accountability and cooperation in the fight against corruption, organised crime and cross-border financial crime; |
Or. en
Amendment 130
Pascale Piera, Ton Diepeveen, Alexandre Varaut
Proposal for a regulation
Article 3 – paragraph 2 – point a
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| (a) to facilitate and support judicial cooperation in civil and criminal matters, and to promote the rule of law, in particular the independence, quality and efficiency of justice systems, including through improving the effective cross-border recognition and enforcement of judicial decisions; | (a) to facilitate and support judicial cooperation in civil and criminal matters, including through improving the effective cross-border recognition and enforcement of judicial decisions; |
Or. fr
Amendment 131
Sebastian Tynkkynen
Proposal for a regulation
Article 3 – paragraph 2 – point a
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
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| (a) to facilitate and support judicial cooperation in civil and criminal matters, and to promote the rule of law, in particular the independence, quality and efficiency of justice systems, including through improving the effective cross-border recognition and enforcement of judicial decisions. | (a) To facilitate and support judicial cooperation in civil and criminal matters, and to promote the rule of law, in particular the independence, quality and efficiency of justice systems, including through improving the effective cross-border recognition and enforcement of judicial decisions, while respecting the sovereignty of the Member States. |
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Amendment 132
Tobiasz Bocheński
Proposal for a regulation
Article 3 – paragraph 2 – point a
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
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| (a) to facilitate and support judicial cooperation in civil and criminal matters, and to promote the rule of law, in particular the independence, quality and efficiency of justice systems, including through improving the effective cross-border recognition and enforcement of judicial decisions; | (a) to facilitate and support judicial cooperation in civil and criminal matters having cross-border implications, including through the promotion of the rule of law, in particular the independence, quality and efficiency of justice systems, and through improving the effective cross-border recognition and enforcement of judicial decisions. |
Or. en
Amendment 133
Jaroslav Bžoch
Proposal for a regulation
Article 3 – paragraph 2 – point a
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| (a) to facilitate and support judicial cooperation in civil and criminal matters, and to promote the rule of law, in particular the independence, quality and efficiency of justice systems, including through improving the effective cross-border recognition and enforcement of judicial decisions; | (a) to facilitate and support judicial cooperation in civil and criminal matters, and to promote the rule of law, in particular the independence and impartiality of the judiciary and the quality and efficiency of justice systems, including through improving the effective cross-border recognition and enforcement of judicial decisions; |
Or. en
Amendment 134
Tineke Strik, Jaume Asens Llodrà, Katarina Barley, Krzysztof Śmiszek, Dainius Žalimas, Nikola Minchev, Michał Wawrykiewicz, Emil Radev
Proposal for a regulation
Article 3 – paragraph 2 – point a
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
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| (a) to facilitate and support judicial cooperation in civil and criminal matters, and to promote the rule of law, in particular the independence, quality and efficiency of justice systems, including through improving the effective cross-border recognition and enforcement of judicial decisions; | (a) to facilitate and support judicial cooperation in civil and criminal matters, and to promote the rule of law, in particular the independence and impartiality, quality and efficiency of justice systems, including through improving the effective cross-border recognition and enforcement of judicial decisions; |
Or. en
Amendment 135
Pascale Piera, Ton Diepeveen, Alexandre Varaut
Proposal for a regulation
Article 3 – paragraph 2 – point b
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
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| (b) to promote and support training of the judiciary and judicial staff, with a view to: promoting the rule of law, fundamental rights and democracy; fostering a common legal and judicial culture; ensuring the consistent and effective implementation of the relevant Union legal instruments; and providing a supportive environment for the digitalisation of judicial cooperation and justice systems. | (b) to promote and support training of the judiciary and judicial staff, with a view to promoting judicial cooperation; |
Or. fr
Amendment 136
Lucia Yar, Michal Wiezik, Fabienne Keller, Hilde Vautmans, Veronika Cifrová Ostrihoňová, Irena Joveva, Dainius Žalimas, Lukas Sieper, Ilhan Kyuchyuk, Raquel García Hermida-Van Der Walle
Proposal for a regulation
Article 3 – paragraph 2 – point b
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
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| (b) to promote and support training of the judiciary and judicial staff, with a view to: promoting the rule of law, fundamental rights and democracy; fostering a common legal and judicial culture; ensuring the consistent and effective implementation of the relevant Union legal instruments; and providing a supportive environment for the digitalisation of judicial cooperation and justice systems. | (b) to promote and support regular training of the judiciary and judicial staff appropriate to their functions, with a view to: promoting the rule of law, fundamental rights and democracy; fostering a common legal and judicial culture; enhance effectiveness of prosecution and adjudication of offences, including environmental criminal offenses and gender-based violence and domestic violence offenses; ensuring the consistent and effective implementation of the relevant Union legal instruments; and providing a supportive environment for the digitalisation of judicial cooperation and justice systems. |
Or. en
Amendment 137
Tobiasz Bocheński
Proposal for a regulation
Article 3 – paragraph 2 – point b
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| (b) to promote and support training of the judiciary and judicial staff, with a view to: promoting the rule of law, fundamental rights and democracy; fostering a common legal and judicial culture; ensuring the consistent and effective implementation of the relevant Union legal instruments; and providing a supportive environment for the digitalisation of judicial cooperation and justice systems. | (b) to promote and support training of the judiciary and judicial staff, with a view to: exchanging experience in the application of law in the Member States; the practical use of comparative legal studies; enhancing the application of the rules concerning conflict of laws and jurisdiction; promoting the rule of law, fundamental rights and democracy; fostering a common legal and judicial culture; ensuring the consistent and effective implementation of the relevant Union legal instruments; and providing a supportive environment for the digitalisation of judicial cooperation and justice systems. |
Or. en
Amendment 138
Victor Negrescu
Proposal for a regulation
Article 3 – paragraph 2 – point b
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
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| (b) to promote and support training of the judiciary and judicial staff, with a view to: promoting the rule of law, fundamental rights and democracy; fostering a common legal and judicial culture; ensuring the consistent and effective implementation of the relevant Union legal instruments; and providing a supportive environment for the digitalisation of judicial cooperation and justice systems. | (b) to promote and support training of the judiciary and judicial staff, with a view to: promoting the rule of law, fundamental rights and democracy; fostering a common legal and judicial culture; ensuring the consistent and effective implementation of the relevant Union legal instruments; and providing a supportive environment for the digitalisation of judicial cooperation and justice systems, including through strengthening digital skills, cybersecurity preparedness, anti-corruption expertise and training related to vulnerable groups access to justice. |
Or. en
Amendment 139
Gheorghe Piperea
Proposal for a regulation
Article 3 – paragraph 2 – point b
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| (b) to promote and support training of the judiciary and judicial staff, with a view to: promoting the rule of law, fundamental rights and democracy; fostering a common legal and judicial culture; ensuring the consistent and effective implementation of the relevant Union legal instruments; and providing a supportive environment for the digitalisation of judicial cooperation and justice systems. | (b) to promote and support training of the judiciary and judicial staff, with a view to: promoting the rule of law, fundamental rights and democracy; fostering a common legal and judicial culture; ensuring the consistent and effective implementation of the relevant Union legal instruments; and providing a supportive environment for the digitalisation of judicial cooperation and justice systems; ensuring that judicial processes remain free of interference from AI systems, including those claiming to mitigate cyber attacks; |
Or. en
Amendment 140
Daniel Buda
Proposal for a regulation
Article 3 – paragraph 2 – point b
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| (b) to promote and support training of the judiciary and judicial staff, with a view to: promoting the rule of law, fundamental rights and democracy; fostering a common legal and judicial culture; ensuring the consistent and effective implementation of the relevant Union legal instruments; and providing a supportive environment for the digitalisation of judicial cooperation and justice systems. | (b) to promote and support training of the judiciary and judicial staff, with a view to: promoting the rule of law, fundamental rights and democracy; fostering a common legal and judicial culture; ensuring the consistent and effective implementation of the relevant Union legal instruments; and providing a supportive and accessible but safe environment for the digitalisation of judicial cooperation and justice systems and for the safe and ethical use of new technologies, including artificial intelligence. |
Or. ro
Amendment 141
Nikola Minchev, Dainius Žalimas, Raquel García Hermida-Van Der Walle, Irena Joveva, Hilde Vautmans, Malik Azmani, Sigrid Friis, Michael McNamara
Proposal for a regulation
Article 3 – paragraph 2 – point b
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
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| (b) to promote and support training of the judiciary and judicial staff, with a view to: promoting the rule of law, fundamental rights and democracy; fostering a common legal and judicial culture; ensuring the consistent and effective implementation of the relevant Union legal instruments; and providing a supportive environment for the digitalisation of judicial cooperation and justice systems. | (b) to promote and support training of the judiciary and judicial staff, with a view to: promoting the rule of law, fundamental rights and democracy; fostering a common legal and judicial culture; improving conventional justice processes and developing alternative justice approaches; ensuring the consistent and effective implementation of the relevant Union legal instruments; and providing a supportive environment for the digitalisation of judicial cooperation and justice systems. |
Or. en
Amendment 142
Sebastian Tynkkynen
Proposal for a regulation
Article 3 – paragraph 2 – point b
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
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| (b) to promote and support training of the judiciary and judicial staff, with a view to: promoting the rule of law, fundamental rights and democracy; fostering a common legal and judicial culture; ensuring the consistent and effective implementation of the relevant Union legal instruments; and providing a supportive environment for the digitalisation of judicial cooperation and justice systems. | (b) to promote and support training of the judiciary and judicial staff, with a view to: promoting the rule of law, fundamental rights and democracy; ensuring the consistent and effective implementation of the relevant Union legal instruments; and providing a supportive environment for the digitalisation of judicial cooperation and justice systems. |
Or. fi
Amendment 143
Victor Negrescu
Proposal for a regulation
Article 3 – paragraph 2 – point c
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
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| (c) to facilitate and support effective and non-discriminatory access to justice for all and effective remedy, including by digital means, by promoting efficient civil and criminal procedures and by promoting and supporting the rights of all victims of crime and the procedural rights of suspects and accused persons in criminal proceedings as well as of requested persons in European Arrest Warrant proceedings. | (c) to facilitate and support effective and non-discriminatory access to justice for all and effective remedy, including by digital means, by promoting efficient civil and criminal procedures and by promoting and supporting the rights of all victims of crime and the procedural rights of suspects and accused persons in criminal proceedings as well as of requested persons in European Arrest Warrant proceedings, with particular attention to vulnerable persons, persons with disabilities, children, minorities, victims of gender-based violence, civil society actors and SMEs facing barriers to access justice mechanisms. |
Or. en
Amendment 144
Erik Kaliňák
Proposal for a regulation
Article 3 – paragraph 2 – point c
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
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| (c) to facilitate and support effective and non-discriminatory access to justice for all and effective remedy, including by digital means, by promoting efficient civil and criminal procedures and by promoting and supporting the rights of all victims of crime and the procedural rights of suspects and accused persons in criminal proceedings as well as of requested persons in European Arrest Warrant proceedings. | (c) to facilitate and support effective and non-discriminatory access to justice for all and effective remedy, including by digital means, by promoting efficient civil and criminal procedures and by promoting and supporting the rights of all victims of crime and the procedural rights of suspects and accused persons in criminal proceedings as well as of requested persons in European Arrest Warrant proceedings, whilst ensuring that non-digital forms of access to justice remain available. |
Or. sk
Amendment 145
Tineke Strik, Jaume Asens Llodrà, Katarina Barley, Krzysztof Śmiszek, Dainius Žalimas, Nikola Minchev, Michał Wawrykiewicz, Emil Radev
Proposal for a regulation
Article 3 – paragraph 2 – point c
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
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| (c) to facilitate and support effective and non-discriminatory access to justice for all and effective remedy, including by digital means, by promoting efficient civil and criminal procedures and by promoting and supporting the rights of all victims of crime and the procedural rights of suspects and accused persons in criminal proceedings as well as of requested persons in European Arrest Warrant proceedings. | (c) to facilitate and support effective and non-discriminatory access to justice for all and effective remedy, by promoting efficient civil and criminal procedures and by promoting and supporting the rights of all victims of crime and the procedural rights of suspects and accused persons in criminal proceedings as well as of requested persons in European Arrest Warrant proceedings. |
Or. en
Amendment 146
Mario Mantovani, Alessandro Ciriani
Proposal for a regulation
Article 3 – paragraph 2 – point c a (new)
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
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| (ca) to promote and support the following: the EU Justice Scoreboard on the efficiency and independence of the judiciary, by monitoring and developing national databases and collating aggregated data at Union level on wrongful detentions and judicial errors; the formulation of high standards and exchange of best practices designed to ensure that Member States provide victims with fair and effective redress in an independent and timely fashion, without prejudice to national competences; the development of tools to analyse the internal consistency of judicial proceedings with a view to identifying systemic shortcomings; specific training for judicial staff to guard against cognitive bias; the predictability of judicial decisions and the protection of the principle of legal certainty. |
Or. it
Justification
The Union lacks the data and systems needed to monitor judicial errors and wrongful detentions. Unjustified pre-trial detention is one of the most grievous fundamental rights violations in the EU (Articles 6 and 47 of the Charter and Article 5 of the European Convention on Human Rights). Despite being a well-documented issue in many Member States, it is conspicuously absent from the Programme.
Amendment 147
Giuseppe Antoci, Mario Furore
Proposal for a regulation
Article 3 – paragraph 2 – point c a (new)
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
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| (ca) to promote and support the digitalisation of the Member States’ justice systems, in particular by funding interoperability between the IT systems of courts and prosecution services, digital case management, electronic communications between judicial authorities, and the technical infrastructure required to digitise proceedings, with a view to reducing the average duration of trials and improving access to justice for businesses and members of the public; |
Or. it
Amendment 148
Victor Negrescu
Proposal for a regulation
Article 3 – paragraph 2 – point c a (new)
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
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| (c a) to support the development of secure, interoperable and cyber-resilient digital justice infrastructures and e-justice tools, capable of enhancing the efficiency, accessibility, transparency and continuity of judicial systems and cross-border judicial cooperation throughout the Union. |
Or. en
Amendment 149
Mario Mantovani, Alessandro Ciriani
Proposal for a regulation
Article 3 – paragraph 2 – point c b (new)
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
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| (cb) to establish or strengthen a European network of fiscal justice staff in order to facilitate the exchange of case law, best practices and methodologies for assessing tax disputes between the Member States; to develop a European database of fiscal case law for judicial staff and taxpayers, which should bring together the most significant decisions made by national tax courts and the Court of Justice on matters of taxation; to encourage comparative research on how fiscal justice is administered in the Member States with a view to identifying those systems which boast the greatest technical specialisation and procedural efficiency; to promote structured dialogue between the representative associations of tax judges in the Member States and the Union institutions with a view to ascertaining the profession’s findings and devising proposals to improve the regulatory and organisational framework. |
Or. it
Justification
Despite the steady increase in cross-border disputes, tax is the only area of justice that lacks a structured European framework of cooperation. This is giving rise to differing interpretations of the Union’s tax rules and generating more costs and uncertainty for businesses. The four proposals outlined above would plug this gap without impinging on the prerogatives of the Member States. Rather than imposing set models, they would facilitate cooperation between the national systems and enable them to learn from one another.
Amendment 150
Giuseppe Antoci, Mario Furore
Proposal for a regulation
Article 3 – paragraph 2 a (new)
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
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| 2a. In the context of the objectives referred to in paragraph 2, and in accordance with Directive (EU) 2019/1937, the Programme shall also support actions designed to strengthen protection for whistleblowers, including funding for free advisory services. |
Or. it
Amendment 151
Tineke Strik, Jaume Asens Llodrà, Katarina Barley, Krzysztof Śmiszek, Dainius Žalimas, Nikola Minchev
Proposal for a regulation
Article 3 a (new)
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
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| Article3a | |
| Mainstreaming | |
| In the implementation of all of its actions, and in addition to the relevant requirements set out in the Performance Regulation, the Programme shall seek to promote gender equality, the rights of the child, inter alia by means of child-friendly justice, the protection of victims and the effective application of the principle of equal rights and non-discrimination based on any of the grounds listed in Article 21 of the Charter, in accordance with and within the limits set by Article 51 of the Charter. |
Or. en
Amendment 152
Victor Negrescu
Proposal for a regulation
Article 4 – paragraph 1
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
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| 1. The indicative financial envelope for the implementation of the Programme for the period from 1 January 2028 to 31 December 2034 is set at EUR 798 000 000 in current prices. | 1. The indicative financial envelope for the implementation of the Programme for the period from 1 January 2028 to 31 December 2034 is set at EUR 798 000 000 in current prices, with adequate and proportionate allocations dedicated to strengthening access to justice, judicial digitalisation, cybersecurity resilience, judicial training and support for vulnerable groups. |
Or. en
Amendment 153
Daniel Buda
Proposal for a regulation
Article 4 – paragraph 1
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
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| 1. The indicative financial envelope for the implementation of the Programme for the period from 1 January 2028 to 31 December 2034 is set at EUR 798 000 000 in current prices. | 1. The indicative financial envelope for the implementation of the Programme for the period from 1 January 2028 to 31 December 2034 is set at EUR 798 000 000 in current prices, subject to adjustment in line with the revision of the Multiannual Financial Framework. |
Or. ro
Amendment 154
Sebastian Tynkkynen
Proposal for a regulation
Article 4 – paragraph 1
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
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| 1. The indicative financial envelope for the implementation of the Programme for the period from 1 January 2028 to 31 December 2034 is set at EUR 798 000 000 in current prices. | 1. The indicative financial envelope for the implementation of the Programme for the period from 1 January 2028 to 31 December 2034 is set at EUR 598 000 000 in current prices. |
Or. fi
Amendment 155
Pascale Piera, Ton Diepeveen, Alexandre Varaut
Proposal for a regulation
Article 4 – paragraph 1
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| 1. The indicative financial envelope for the implementation of the Programme for the period from 1 January 2028 to 31 December 2034 is set at EUR 798 000 000 in current prices. | 1. The indicative financial envelope for the implementation of the Programme for the period from 1 January 2028 to 31 December 2034 is set at EUR 375 000 000 in current prices. |
Or. fr
Justification
This proposed budget aims to maintain a level comparable to the budget set out in the previous MFF. The amount suggested takes account of inflation over recent years, and of the inflation forecast for the coming year.
Amendment 156
Tineke Strik, Jaume Asens Llodrà, Katarina Barley, Krzysztof Śmiszek, Dainius Žalimas, Nikola Minchev, Michał Wawrykiewicz, Emil Radev
Proposal for a regulation
Article 4 – paragraph 1
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| 1. The indicative financial envelope for the implementation of the Programme for the period from 1 January 2028 to 31 December 2034 is set at EUR 798 000 000 in current prices. | 1. The indicative financial envelope for the implementation of the Programme for the period from 1 January 2028 to 31 December 2034 is set at EUR 898 000 000 in current prices. |
Or. en
Amendment 157
Giuseppe Antoci, Mario Furore
Proposal for a regulation
Article 4 – paragraph 1 a (new)
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
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| 1a. At least 15 % of the financial envelope referred to in paragraph 1 shall be allocated to actions under the specific objective in Article 3(2)(a) on the fight against corruption and organised cross-border crime, including more support for Eurojust and the EPPO. At least 20 % shall be allocated to actions to digitise the justice systems of the Member States, as referred to in Article 3(2)(ca). |
Or. it
Amendment 158
Victor Negrescu
Proposal for a regulation
Article 4 – paragraph 2
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| 2. Appropriations may be entered in the Union budget beyond 2034 to cover the expenses necessary and to enable the management of actions not completed by the end of the Programme. | 2. Appropriations may be entered in the Union budget beyond 2034 to cover the expenses necessary and to enable the management of actions not completed by the end of the Programme, in particular where necessary to ensure the continuity, security and operational sustainability of long-term digital justice infrastructures and cross-border judicial cooperation mechanisms. |
Or. en
Amendment 159
Victor Negrescu
Proposal for a regulation
Article 4 – paragraph 3
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
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| 3. The financial envelope referred to in paragraph 1 of this Article and the amounts of additional resources referred to in Article 5 may also be used for technical and administrative assistance for the implementation of the Programme, such as preparatory, monitoring, control, audit and evaluation activities, corporate information technology systems and platforms, information and communication activities, including corporate communication on the political priorities of the Union, and all other technical and administrative assistance or staff-related expenses incurred by the Commission for the management of the Programme. | 3. The financial envelope referred to in paragraph 1 of this Article and the amounts of additional resources referred to in Article 5 may also be used for technical and administrative assistance for the implementation of the Programme, such as preparatory, monitoring, control, audit and evaluation activities, corporate information technology systems and platforms, information and communication activities, including corporate communication on the political priorities of the Union, and all other technical and administrative assistance or staff-related expenses incurred by the Commission for the management of the Programme, including activities aimed at reinforcing transparency, monitoring compliance with rule of law standards and evaluating the accessibility and effectiveness of justice systems supported under the Programme. |
Or. en
Amendment 160
Sebastian Tynkkynen
Proposal for a regulation
Article 4 – paragraph 3
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| 3. The financial envelope referred to in paragraph 1 of this Article and the amounts of additional resources referred to in Article 5 may also be used for technical and administrative assistance for the implementation of the Programme, such as preparatory, monitoring, control, audit and evaluation activities, corporate information technology systems and platforms, information and communication activities, including corporate communication on the political priorities of the Union, and all other technical and administrative assistance or staff-related expenses incurred by the Commission for the management of the Programme. | 3. The financial envelope referred to in paragraph 1 of this Article and the amounts of additional resources referred to in Article 5 may also be used for technical and administrative assistance for the implementation of the Programme, such as preparatory, monitoring, control, audit and evaluation activities, corporate information technology systems and platforms, information and communication activities, and all other technical and administrative assistance or staff-related expenses incurred by the Commission for the management of the Programme. |
Or. fi
Amendment 161
Pascale Piera, Ton Diepeveen, Alexandre Varaut
Proposal for a regulation
Article 4 – paragraph 3
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| 3. The financial envelope referred to in paragraph 1 of this Article and the amounts of additional resources referred to in Article 5 may also be used for technical and administrative assistance for the implementation of the Programme, such as preparatory, monitoring, control, audit and evaluation activities, corporate information technology systems and platforms, information and communication activities, including corporate communication on the political priorities of the Union, and all other technical and administrative assistance or staff-related expenses incurred by the Commission for the management of the Programme. | 3. The financial envelope referred to in paragraph 1 of this Article and the amounts of additional resources referred to in Article 5 may also be used for technical and administrative assistance for the implementation of the Programme, such as preparatory, monitoring, control, audit and evaluation activities, corporate information technology systems and platforms, information and communication activities, and all other technical and administrative assistance or staff-related expenses incurred by the Commission for the management of the Programme. |
Or. fr
Amendment 162
Tineke Strik, Jaume Asens Llodrà, Katarina Barley, Krzysztof Śmiszek, Dainius Žalimas, Nikola Minchev, Michał Wawrykiewicz, Emil Radev
Proposal for a regulation
Article 4 – paragraph 3 a (new)
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| 3 a. Within the financial envelope for the Programme, amounts shall be allocated to each specific objective in accordance with the percentages set out in Annex I. |
Or. en
Amendment 163
Victor Negrescu
Proposal for a regulation
Article 5 – paragraph 1
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| 1. Member States, Union institutions, bodies and agencies, third countries, international organisations, international financial institutions, or other third parties, may make additional financial or non-financial contributions to the Programme. Additional financial contributions shall constitute external assigned revenue within the meaning of Article 21(2), points (a), (d), or (e) or Article 21(5) of Regulation (EU, Euratom) 2024/2509. | 1. Member States, Union institutions, bodies and agencies, third countries, international organisations, international financial institutions, or other third parties, may make additional financial or non-financial contributions to the Programme, provided that such contributions fully respect the Union’s principles of transparency, independence, sound financial management and protection of the rule of law. Additional financial contributions shall constitute external assigned revenue within the meaning of Article 21(2), points (a), (d), or (e) or Article 21(5) of Regulation (EU, Euratom) 2024/2509. |
Or. en
Amendment 164
Daniel Buda
Proposal for a regulation
Article 5 – paragraph 1
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| 1. Member States, Union institutions, bodies and agencies, third countries, international organisations, international financial institutions, or other third parties, may make additional financial or non-financial contributions to the programme. Additional financial contributions shall constitute external assigned revenue within the meaning of Article 21(2), points (a), (d), or (e), or Article 21(5) of Regulation (EU, Euratom) 2024/2509. | 1. Member States, Union institutions, bodies and agencies, third countries, international organisations, international financial institutions, or other third parties, may make additional financial or non-financial contributions to the programme, in full compliance with the rules on transparency and avoidance of conflicts of interest. Additional financial contributions shall constitute external assigned revenue within the meaning of Article 21(2), points (a), (d), or (e), or Article 21(5) of Regulation (EU, Euratom) 2024/2509. |
Or. ro
Amendment 165
Pascale Piera, Ton Diepeveen, Alexandre Varaut
Proposal for a regulation
Article 5 – paragraph 1
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| 1. Member States, Union institutions, bodies and agencies, third countries, international organisations, international financial institutions, or other third parties, may make additional financial or non-financial contributions to the Programme. Additional financial contributions shall constitute external assigned revenue within the meaning of Article 21(2), points (a), (d), or (e) or Article 21(5) of Regulation (EU, Euratom) 2024/2509. | 1. Member States, Union institutions, bodies and agencies may make additional financial or non-financial contributions to the Programme. Additional financial contributions shall constitute external assigned revenue within the meaning of Article 21(2), points (a) or (d), or Article 21(5) of Regulation (EU, Euratom) 2024/2509. |
Or. fr
Amendment 166
Tineke Strik, Jaume Asens Llodrà, Katarina Barley, Krzysztof Śmiszek, Dainius Žalimas, Nikola Minchev, Michał Wawrykiewicz, Emil Radev
Proposal for a regulation
Article 5 – paragraph 1
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
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| 1. Member States, Union institutions, bodies and agencies, third countries, international organisations, international financial institutions, or other third parties, may make additional financial or non-financial contributions to the Programme. Additional financial contributions shall constitute external assigned revenue within the meaning of Article 21(2), points (a), (d), or (e) or Article 21(5) of Regulation (EU, Euratom) 2024/2509. | 1. Member States, Union institutions, bodies and agencies, third countries, international organisations, international financial institutions, or other third parties, may make additional financial or non-financial contributions to the Programme, provided the protection of the Union interests is ensured. Additional financial contributions shall constitute external assigned revenue within the meaning of Article 21(2), points (a), (d), or (e) or Article 21(5) of Regulation (EU, Euratom) 2024/2509. |
Or. en
Amendment 167
Victor Negrescu
Proposal for a regulation
Article 5 – paragraph 2
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| 2. Resources allocated to Member States under shared management may, at their request, be made available to the Programme. The Commission shall implement those resources directly or indirectly in accordance with Article 62(1), point (a) or (c), of Regulation (EU, Euratom) 2024/2509. They shall be additional to the amount referred to in Article 4(1) of this Regulation. Those resources shall be used for the benefit of the Member State concerned. Where the Commission has not entered into a legal commitment under direct or indirect management for additional amounts thus made available to the Programme, the corresponding uncommitted amounts may, at the request of the Member State concerned, be transferred back to one or more respective source programmes or their successors. | 2. Resources allocated to Member States under shared management may, at their request, be made available to the Programme. The Commission shall implement those resources directly or indirectly in accordance with Article 62(1), point (a) or (c), of Regulation (EU, Euratom) 2024/2509. They shall be additional to the amount referred to in Article 4(1) of this Regulation. Those resources shall be used for the benefit of the Member State concerned, with particular regard to strengthening judicial capacity, digitalisation of justice systems, cybersecurity resilience and effective access to justice. Where the Commission has not entered into a legal commitment under direct or indirect management for additional amounts thus made available to the Programme, the corresponding uncommitted amounts may, at the request of the Member State concerned, be transferred back to one or more respective source programmes or their successors. |
Or. en
Amendment 168
Victor Negrescu
Proposal for a regulation
Article 5 – paragraph 2 a (new)
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| 2 a. The Commission shall ensure that additional resources mobilised under this Article contribute to reducing disparities in access to justice, judicial capacity and digital readiness between Member States and regions. |
Or. en
Amendment 169
Tineke Strik, Jaume Asens Llodrà, Katarina Barley, Krzysztof Śmiszek, Dainius Žalimas, Nikola Minchev, Michał Wawrykiewicz, Emil Radev
Proposal for a regulation
Article 6 – paragraph 1
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| 1. The Programme shall be implemented in synergy with other Union programmes. An action that has received a Union contribution from another programme may also receive a contribution under the Programme. The rules of the relevant Union programme shall apply to the corresponding contribution or a single set of rules may be applied to all contributions and a single legal commitment may be concluded. If the Union contribution is based on eligible costs, the cumulative support from the Union budget shall not exceed the total eligible costs of the action and may be calculated on a pro-rata basis in accordance with the documents setting out the conditions for support. | 1. The Programme shall be implemented in synergy with other Union programmes. An action that has received a Union contribution from another programme may also receive a contribution under the Programme. The implementation of the Programme in synergy with other Union instruments shall not come at the expense of traceability, transparency or democratic oversight of expenditure, nor of the prerogatives of the budgetary authority, and the contributions shall be explicitly identifiable at all stages of the budgetary cycle, including through sufficiently detailed budgetary nomenclature. The Commission shall ensure adequate transparency and accountability through detailed reporting on the use of combined funding, and indicative sub-envelopes with reference amounts for each specific objective shall be established in the basic act. The rules of the relevant Union programme shall apply to the corresponding contribution or a single set of rules may be applied to all contributions and a single legal commitment may be concluded. If the Union contribution is based on eligible costs, the cumulative support from the Union budget shall not exceed the total eligible costs of the action and may be calculated on a pro-rata basis in accordance with the documents setting out the conditions for support. |
Or. en
Amendment 170
Victor Negrescu
Proposal for a regulation
Article 6 – paragraph 1
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| 1. The Programme shall be implemented in synergy with other Union programmes. An action that has received a Union contribution from another programme may also receive a contribution under the Programme. The rules of the relevant Union programme shall apply to the corresponding contribution or a single set of rules may be applied to all contributions and a single legal commitment may be concluded. If the Union contribution is based on eligible costs, the cumulative support from the Union budget shall not exceed the total eligible costs of the action and may be calculated on a pro-rata basis in accordance with the documents setting out the conditions for support. | 1. The Programme shall be implemented in synergy with other Union programmes, with particular attention to programmes supporting digital transformation, fundamental rights, anti-corruption measures, judicial capacity-building and social inclusion. An action that has received a Union contribution from another programme may also receive a contribution under the Programme. The rules of the relevant Union programme shall apply to the corresponding contribution or a single set of rules may be applied to all contributions and a single legal commitment may be concluded. If the Union contribution is based on eligible costs, the cumulative support from the Union budget shall not exceed the total eligible costs of the action and may be calculated on a pro-rata basis in accordance with the documents setting out the conditions for support. |
Or. en
Amendment 171
Daniel Buda
Proposal for a regulation
Article 6 – paragraph 1
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
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| 1. The Programme shall be implemented in synergy with other Union programmes. An action that has received a Union contribution from another programme may also receive a contribution under the Programme. The rules of the relevant Union programme shall apply to the corresponding contribution or a single set of rules may be applied to all contributions and a single legal commitment may be concluded. If the Union contribution is based on eligible costs, the cumulative support from the Union budget shall not exceed the total eligible costs of the action and may be calculated on a pro-rata basis in accordance with the documents setting out the conditions for support. | 1. The Programme shall be implemented in synergy with other Union programmes. An action that has received a Union contribution from another programme may also receive a contribution under the Programme. The rules of the relevant Union programme shall apply to the corresponding contribution or a single set of rules may be applied to all contributions and a single legal commitment may be concluded. If the Union contribution is based on eligible costs, the cumulative support from the Union budget shall not exceed the total eligible costs of the action, ensuring that double financing is avoided and that the principle of sound financial management is respected, and may be calculated on a pro-rata basis in accordance with the documents setting out the conditions for support. |
Or. ro
Amendment 172
Lucia Yar, Fabienne Keller, Hilde Vautmans, Veronika Cifrová Ostrihoňová, Irena Joveva, Dainius Žalimas, Lukas Sieper, Ilhan Kyuchyuk, Raquel García Hermida-Van Der Walle
Proposal for a regulation
Article 6 – paragraph 1 a (new)
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| 1 a. The entities in Member States entrusted with the implementation of this Programme shall hold regular meetings with the managing authority or authorities as referred to in Article 51 of Regulation XXX (NRPPs) regarding possible synergies between the NRP Plans and the Programme. The Commission shall provide guidance on the process and different modalities and shall be informed about the outcome of these discussions accordingly. |
Or. en
Amendment 173
Victor Negrescu
Proposal for a regulation
Article 6 – paragraph 2
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| 2. Award procedures under the Programme may be jointly conducted under direct or indirect management with Member States, Union institutions, bodies and agencies, third countries, international organisations, international financial institutions, or other third parties (‘partners to the joint award procedure’), provided the protection of the financial interests of the Union is ensured. Such procedures shall be subject to a single set of rules and lead to the conclusion of single legal commitments. For that purpose, the partners to the joint award procedure may make resources available to the Programme in accordance with Article 5 of this Regulation, or the partners may be entrusted with the implementation of the award procedure, where applicable in accordance with Article 62(1), point (c), of Regulation (EU, Euratom) 2024/2509. For the purposes of Article 153(3) of Regulation (EU, Euratom) 2024/2509, in joint award procedures the evaluation committee may be partially composed by members that are representatives of the partners in that procedure. | 2. Award procedures under the Programme may be jointly conducted under direct or indirect management with Member States, Union institutions, bodies and agencies, third countries, international organisations, international financial institutions, or other third parties (‘partners to the joint award procedure’), provided the protection of the financial interests of the Union is ensured, as well as full respect for the principles of transparency, equal treatment and sound financial management. Such procedures shall be subject to a single set of rules and lead to the conclusion of single legal commitments. For that purpose, the partners to the joint award procedure may make resources available to the Programme in accordance with Article 5 of this Regulation, or the partners may be entrusted with the implementation of the award procedure, where applicable in accordance with Article 62(1), point (c), of Regulation (EU, Euratom) 2024/2509. For the purposes of Article 153(3) of Regulation (EU, Euratom) 2024/2509, in joint award procedures the evaluation committee may be partially composed by members that are representatives of the partners in that procedure, while ensuring the prevention of conflicts of interest and safeguarding the independence and impartiality of evaluation procedures. |
Or. en
Amendment 174
Pascale Piera, Ton Diepeveen, Alexandre Varaut
Proposal for a regulation
Article 6 – paragraph 2
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| 2. Award procedures under the Programme may be jointly conducted under direct or indirect management with Member States, Union institutions, bodies and agencies, third countries, international organisations, international financial institutions, or other third parties (‘partners to the joint award procedure’), provided the protection of the financial interests of the Union is ensured. Such procedures shall be subject to a single set of rules and lead to the conclusion of single legal commitments. For that purpose, the partners to the joint award procedure may make resources available to the Programme in accordance with Article 5 of this Regulation, or the partners may be entrusted with the implementation of the award procedure, where applicable in accordance with Article 62(1), point (c), of Regulation (EU, Euratom) 2024/2509. For the purposes of Article 153(3) of Regulation (EU, Euratom) 2024/2509, in joint award procedures the evaluation committee may be partially composed by members that are representatives of the partners in that procedure. | 2. Award procedures under the Programme may be jointly conducted under direct or indirect management with Member States, Union institutions, bodies and agencies (‘partners to the joint award procedure’), provided the protection of the financial interests of the Union is ensured. Such procedures shall be subject to a single set of rules and lead to the conclusion of single legal commitments. For that purpose, the partners to the joint award procedure may make resources available to the Programme in accordance with Article 5 of this Regulation, or the partners may be entrusted with the implementation of the award procedure, where applicable in accordance with Article 62(1), point (c), of Regulation (EU, Euratom) 2024/2509. For the purposes of Article 153(3) of Regulation (EU, Euratom) 2024/2509, in joint award procedures the evaluation committee may be partially composed by members that are representatives of the partners in that procedure. |
Or. fr
Amendment 175
Daniel Buda
Proposal for a regulation
Article 6 – paragraph 2
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| 2. Award procedures under the Programme may be jointly conducted under direct or indirect management with Member States, Union institutions, bodies and agencies, third countries, international organisations, international financial institutions, or other third parties (‘partners to the joint award procedure’), provided the protection of the financial interests of the Union is ensured. Such procedures shall be subject to a single set of rules and lead to the conclusion of single legal commitments. For that purpose, the partners to the joint award procedure may make resources available to the Programme in accordance with Article 5 of this Regulation, or the partners may be entrusted with the implementation of the award procedure, where applicable in accordance with Article 62(1), point (c), of Regulation (EU, Euratom) 2024/2509. For the purposes of Article 153(3) of Regulation (EU, Euratom) 2024/2509, in joint award procedures the evaluation committee may be partially composed by members that are representatives of the partners in that procedure. | 2. Award procedures under the Programme may be jointly conducted under direct or indirect management with Member States, Union institutions, bodies and agencies, third countries, international organisations, international financial institutions, or other third parties (‘partners to the joint award procedure’), provided the protection of the financial interests of the Union and the transparency and traceability of the use of funds are ensured. Such procedures shall be subject to a single set of rules and lead to the conclusion of single legal commitments. For that purpose, the partners to the joint award procedure may make resources available to the Programme in accordance with Article 5 of this Regulation, or the partners may be entrusted with the implementation of the award procedure, where applicable in accordance with Article 62(1), point (c), of Regulation (EU, Euratom) 2024/2509. For the purposes of Article 153(3) of Regulation (EU, Euratom) 2024/2509, in joint award procedures the evaluation committee may be partially composed by members that are representatives of the partners in that procedure. |
Or. ro
Amendment 176
Victor Negrescu
Proposal for a regulation
Article 6 – paragraph 2 a (new)
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
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| 2 a. The Commission shall encourage the participation of organisations and entities operating at local and regional level, in particular those providing legal assistance, victim support, mediation, legal education or access-to-justice services, by ensuring simplified, accessible and proportionate funding procedures under the Programme. |
Or. en
Amendment 177
Victor Negrescu
Proposal for a regulation
Article 7 – paragraph 1 – introductory part
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
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| 1. The Programme may be opened to the participation of the following third countries through full or partial association, in accordance with the objectives laid down in Article 3 and in accordance with the relevant international agreements or any decisions adopted under the framework of those agreements and applicable to: | 1. The Programme may be opened to the participation of the following third countries through full or partial association, in accordance with the objectives laid down in Article 3 and in accordance with the relevant international agreements or any decisions adopted under the framework of those agreements, provided that such participation is consistent with the Union’s values, including the rule of law, judicial independence, democracy, fundamental rights, the fight against corruption and the protection of personal data, and applicable to: |
Or. en
Amendment 178
Daniel Buda
Proposal for a regulation
Article 7 – paragraph 1 – introductory part
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
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| 1. The Programme may be opened to the participation of the following third countries through full or partial association, in accordance with the objectives laid down in Article 3 and in accordance with the relevant international agreements or any decisions adopted under the framework of those agreements and applicable to: | 1. The Programme may be opened to the participation of the following third countries through full or partial association, in full compliance with the values of the Union as set out in Article 2 TEU and in accordance with the objectives laid down in Article 3 and in accordance with the relevant international agreements or any decisions adopted under the framework of those agreements and applicable to: |
Or. ro
Amendment 179
Pascale Piera, Ton Diepeveen, Alexandre Varaut
Proposal for a regulation
Article 7 – paragraph 1 – point b
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
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| (b) acceding countries, candidate countries and potential candidates; | deleted |
Or. fr
Amendment 180
Victor Negrescu
Proposal for a regulation
Article 7 – paragraph 1 – point b
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
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| (b) acceding countries, candidate countries and potential candidates; | (b) acceding countries, candidate countries and potential candidates, in particular where participation contributes to strengthening judicial reforms, rule of law standards, anti-corruption frameworks and judicial cooperation with the Union; |
Or. en
Amendment 181
Pascale Piera, Ton Diepeveen, Alexandre Varaut
Proposal for a regulation
Article 7 – paragraph 1 – point c
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
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| (c) European Neighbourhood Policy countries; | deleted |
Or. fr
Amendment 182
Pascale Piera, Ton Diepeveen, Alexandre Varaut
Proposal for a regulation
Article 7 – paragraph 1 – point d
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| (d) other third countries. | deleted |
Or. fr
Amendment 183
Sebastian Tynkkynen
Proposal for a regulation
Article 7 – paragraph 1 – point d
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
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| (d) other third countries. | deleted |
Or. fi
Amendment 184
Victor Negrescu
Proposal for a regulation
Article 7 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 1 – point a
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
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| (a) ensure a fair balance as regards the contributions and benefits of the third country participating in the Programme; | (a) ensure a fair balance as regards the contributions and benefits of the third country participating in the Programme, while safeguarding the integrity, strategic interests and financial security of the Union area of justice; |
Or. en
Amendment 185
Victor Negrescu
Proposal for a regulation
Article 7 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 1 – point d
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| (d) guarantee the rights of the Union to ensure sound financial management and to protect its financial interests; | (d) guarantee the rights of the Union to ensure sound financial management and to protect its financial interests, including through effective transparency, anti-fraud and anti-corruption safeguards; |
Or. en
Amendment 186
Sebastian Tynkkynen
Proposal for a regulation
Article 7 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 1 – point e
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
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| (e) where relevant, ensure the protection of security and public order interests of the Union. | (e) ensure the protection of security and public order interests of the Union. |
Or. fi
Amendment 187
François-Xavier Bellamy, Nadine Morano
Proposal for a regulation
Article 7 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 1 – point e a (new)
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
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| (ea) ensure that associated third countries uphold the rule of law and the values enshrined in Article 2 TEU. |
Or. fr
Amendment 188
Victor Negrescu
Proposal for a regulation
Article 7 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 2
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
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| For the purposes of the first subparagraph, point (d), the third country shall grant the necessary rights and access required under Regulations (EU, Euratom) 2024/2509 and (EU, Euratom) 883/2013, and guarantee that enforcement decisions imposing a pecuniary obligation on the basis of Article 299 of the Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union, as well as judgements and orders of the Court of Justice of the European Union, are enforceable. | For the purposes of the first subparagraph, point (d), the third country shall grant the necessary rights and access required under Regulations (EU, Euratom) 2024/2509 and (EU, Euratom) 883/2013, and guarantee that enforcement decisions imposing a pecuniary obligation on the basis of Article 299 of the Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union, as well as judgements and orders of the Court of Justice of the European Union, are enforceable, while ensuring effective cooperation with the Union in matters relating to fraud prevention, anti-corruption measures and judicial cooperation. |
Or. en
Amendment 189
Tineke Strik, Jaume Asens Llodrà, Katarina Barley, Krzysztof Śmiszek, Dainius Žalimas, Nikola Minchev, Michał Wawrykiewicz, Emil Radev
Proposal for a regulation
Article 7 a (new)
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| Article7a | |
| Types of action | |
| Actions contributing to the achievement of a specific objective as set out in Article 3 may receive funding under this Regulation. In particular, the following activities shall be eligible for funding: | |
| (a) awareness-raising and dissemination of information to improve knowledge of Union policies and Union law, including substantive and procedural law, of judicial cooperation instruments, of the relevant case-law of the Court of Justice of the European Union and of comparative law and European and international standards, including the understanding of the interaction between different areas of law; | |
| (b) mutual learning and the exchange of good practices among stakeholders to improve knowledge and mutual understanding of the civil and criminal law and the legal and judicial systems of the Member States, including the rule of law and access to justice, and to enhance mutual trust; | |
| (c) analytical and monitoring activities to improve knowledge and understanding of potential obstacles to the smooth functioning of a European area of justice, and to improve the implementation of Union law and policies in the Member States, such as activities including the collection of data and statistics; the development of common methodologies and, where appropriate, of indicators or of benchmarks; studies, research, analyses and surveys; evaluations; impact assessment; and the development and publication of guides, reports and educational material; | |
| (d) training relevant stakeholders to improve knowledge of Union law and policies, including substantive and procedural law, fundamental rights, the use of Union judicial cooperation instruments, the relevant case-law of the Court of Justice of the European Union, legal language and comparative law; | |
| (e) developing and maintaining information and communication technology (ICT) as well as e-justice tools, including through the cross-border interoperability of systems and applications for effective access to judicial files, evidence and communications, the efficiency of judicial systems and cooperation between them, while safeguarding privacy and personal data as well as other fundamental rights; | |
| (f) developing the capacity of key European-level networks and European judicial networks, including networks established by Union law to ensure the effective application and enforcement of Union law, to promote and further develop Union law, values, policy goals and strategies in the areas of the Programme; | |
| (g) supporting civil society organisations and non-profit stakeholders active in the areas covered by the Programme, to increase their capacity to react and advocate as well as to ensure adequate access for all to their services, counselling activities and support activities, thereby also contributing to the strengthening of democracy, the rule of law and fundamental rights; | |
| (h) enhancing knowledge of the Programme and the dissemination, transferability and transparency of its results and fostering citizen outreach, including by organising forums for discussion for stakeholders; | |
| (i) supporting the development, implementation and uptake of complementary and alternative justice approaches, with due regard to equality of arms and the right to effective judicial protection, including through awareness-raising, training, mutual learning, collection of data and exchange of good practices. |
Or. en
Amendment 190
Pascale Piera, Ton Diepeveen, Alexandre Varaut
Proposal for a regulation
Article 7 a (new)
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| Article 7a | |
| Types of action | |
| Actions contributing to the achievement of a specific objective as set out in Article 3 may receive funding under this Regulation. In particular, the following activities shall be eligible for funding: | |
| a) mutual learning and the exchange of good practices among stakeholders to improve knowledge and mutual understanding of the civil and criminal law and the legal and judicial systems of the Member States, including the rule of law and access to justice, and to enhance mutual trust; | |
| b) analytical and monitoring activities aimed at developing methodologies for cross-border judicial cooperation and, if applicable, indicators or benchmarks, studies, research, analyses and surveys, evaluations, impact assessments and the development and publication of guides, reports and educational material; | |
| c) training relevant stakeholders to improve knowledge of Union law and policies, including substantive and procedural law, fundamental rights, the use of Union judicial cooperation instruments, the relevant case-law of the Court of Justice of the European Union, legal language and comparative law; | |
| d) developing the capacity of key European-level networks and European judicial networks, including networks established by Union law, to ensure good cross-border judicial cooperation. |
Or. fr
Amendment 191
Giuseppe Antoci, Mario Furore
Proposal for a regulation
Article 7 a (new)
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| Article 7a | |
| Types of action | |
| Actions that contribute to the achievement of the specific objectives referred to in Article 3 are eligible for funding under this Regulation. The following activities, in particular, shall be eligible: | |
| (a) actions to support training for judicial staff on the use of advanced digital technologies and AI-based systems to prevent, identify and combat corruption, fraud and criminal infiltration in public procurement and financial transactions; | |
| (b) technical and operational support to facilitate cooperation between the EPPO, Eurojust, Europol, the national judicial authorities and European networks that specialise in the fight against corruption and organised crime; | |
| (c) specialist training for judges, prosecutors, criminal police authorities and administrative staff on Union judicial cooperation mechanisms, including the European Arrest Warrant, the European Investigation Order, the freezing and confiscation of assets between Member States, and the mutual recognition of evidence used in proceedings on cross-border offences; | |
| (d) actions to support advisory and support services for whistleblowers and individuals who report breaches of Union law; | |
| (e) actions to make the justice system more accessible to persons with disabilities, minors, foreign nationals, older people and other vulnerable groups. |
Or. it
Amendment 192
Tineke Strik, Jaume Asens Llodrà, Katarina Barley, Krzysztof Śmiszek, Dainius Žalimas, Nikola Minchev
Proposal for a regulation
Article 7 b (new)
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| Article7b | |
| Types of action | |
| (j) supporting cooperation and joint initiatives with international organisations for the purposes of this Programme, in particular with the Council of Europe’s Venice Commission, to promote democracy and good governance, the rule of law, the protection of fundamental rights, judicial independence, effective judicial reforms, judicial training, access to justice and other issues relevant to the EU. |
Or. en
Amendment 193
Victor Negrescu
Proposal for a regulation
Article 8 – paragraph 1
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| 1. The Programme shall be implemented in accordance with Regulation (EU, Euratom) 2024/2509, under direct management or under indirect management with entities referred to in Article 62(1), point (c), of that Regulation. | 1. The Programme shall be implemented in accordance with Regulation (EU, Euratom) 2024/2509, under direct management or under indirect management with entities referred to in Article 62(1), point (c), of that Regulation, while ensuring transparency, accountability, sound financial management and effective monitoring of compliance with Union values and rule of law standards. |
Or. en
Amendment 194
Victor Negrescu
Proposal for a regulation
Article 8 – paragraph 2
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| 2. Union funding may be provided in any form in accordance with Regulation (EU, Euratom) 2024/2509, in particular grants, procurement and non-financial donations. | 2. Union funding may be provided in any form in accordance with Regulation (EU, Euratom) 2024/2509, in particular grants, procurement and non-financial donations, with due regard to accessibility, proportionality and simplified administrative procedures for SMEs, civil society organisations and smaller entities. |
Or. en
Amendment 195
Tobiasz Bocheński
Proposal for a regulation
Article 8 – paragraph 3
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| 3. Where Union funding is provided in the form of a grant, funding shall be provided as financing not linked to costs or, where necessary, simplified cost options, in accordance with Regulation (EU, Euratom) 2024/2509. Funding may be provided in the form of actual eligible cost reimbursement only where the objectives of an action cannot be achieved otherwise. | deleted |
Or. en
Amendment 196
Victor Negrescu
Proposal for a regulation
Article 8 – paragraph 3
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| 3. Where Union funding is provided in the form of a grant, funding shall be provided as financing not linked to costs or, where necessary, simplified cost options, in accordance with Regulation (EU, Euratom) 2024/2509. Funding may be provided in the form of actual eligible cost reimbursement only where the objectives of an action cannot be achieved otherwise. | 3. Where Union funding is provided in the form of a grant, funding shall be provided as financing not linked to costs or, where necessary, simplified cost options, in accordance with Regulation (EU, Euratom) 2024/2509. Funding may be provided in the form of actual eligible cost reimbursement only where the objectives of an action cannot be achieved otherwise, in particular for actions aimed at strengthening access to justice, judicial capacity-building and digitalisation of justice systems. |
Or. en
Amendment 197
Erik Kaliňák
Proposal for a regulation
Article 8 – paragraph 3
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| 3. Where Union funding is provided in the form of a grant, funding shall be provided as financing not linked to costs or, where necessary, under simplified cost options, in accordance with Regulation (EU, Euratom) 2024/2509. Funding may be provided in the form of actual eligible cost reimbursement only where the objectives of an action cannot be achieved otherwise. | 3. Where Union funding is provided in the form of a grant, funding shall be provided as financing not linked to costs or, where necessary, under simplified cost options, in accordance with Regulation (EU, Euratom) 2024/2509. Funding may be provided in the form of actual eligible cost reimbursement only where the objectives of an action cannot be achieved otherwise. Such funding must be based on clear and verifiable performance indicators. |
Or. sk
Amendment 198
Daniel Buda
Proposal for a regulation
Article 8 – paragraph 3
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| 3. Where Union funding is provided in the form of a grant, funding shall be provided as financing not linked to costs or, where necessary, simplified cost options, in accordance with Regulation (EU, Euratom) 2024/2509. Funding may be provided in the form of actual eligible cost reimbursement only where the objectives of an action cannot be achieved otherwise. | 3. Where Union funding is provided in the form of a grant, funding shall be provided as financing not linked to costs, where possible and justified by the nature of the action, or, where necessary, simplified cost options, in accordance with Regulation (EU, Euratom) 2024/2509. Funding may be provided in the form of actual eligible cost reimbursement only where the objectives of an action cannot be achieved otherwise. |
Or. ro
Amendment 199
Victor Negrescu
Proposal for a regulation
Article 8 – paragraph 4
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| 4. For the purposes of Article 153(3) of Regulation (EU, Euratom) 2024/2509, the evaluation committee may be composed partially or fully of independent external experts. | 4. For the purposes of Article 153(3) of Regulation (EU, Euratom) 2024/2509, the evaluation committee may be composed partially or fully of independent external experts, while ensuring balanced expertise, transparency, the prevention of conflicts of interest and appropriate knowledge of rule of law, judicial cooperation and fundamental rights matters. |
Or. en
Amendment 200
Erik Kaliňák
Proposal for a regulation
Article 8 – paragraph 4
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| 4. For the purposes of Article 153(3) of Regulation (EU, Euratom) 2024/2509, the evaluation committee may be composed partially or fully of independent external experts. | 4. For the purposes of Article 153(3) of Regulation (EU, Euratom) 2024/2509, the evaluation committee may be composed partially or fully of independent external experts. Evaluation procedures must be transparent and provide adequate safeguards against conflicts of interest. |
Or. sk
Amendment 201
Pascale Piera, Ton Diepeveen, Alexandre Varaut
Proposal for a regulation
Article 8 – paragraph 4 a (new)
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| 4a. Without prejudice to the application of Article 153(2) of Regulation (EU) 2024/2509, the authorising officer responsible shall submit nominations to the European Parliament and to the Council for approval. |
Or. fr
Amendment 202
Victor Negrescu
Proposal for a regulation
Article 9 – paragraph 1
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| 1. Eligibility criteria shall be set to support achievement of the objectives laid down in Article 3 of this Regulation, in accordance with Regulation (EU, Euratom) 2024/2509 and shall apply to all award procedures under the Programme. | 1. Eligibility criteria shall be set to support achievement of the objectives laid down in Article 3 of this Regulation, in accordance with Regulation (EU, Euratom) 2024/2509 and shall apply to all award procedures under the Programme, while ensuring equal access, transparency, proportionality and non-discrimination in access to Union funding. |
Or. en
Amendment 203
Victor Negrescu
Proposal for a regulation
Article 9 – paragraph 2 – introductory part
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| 2. In award procedures under direct and indirect management, one or more of the following legal entities may be eligible to receive Union funding: | 2. In award procedures under direct and indirect management, one or more of the following legal entities may be eligible to receive Union funding, including entities contributing to access to justice, judicial cooperation, anti-corruption efforts, digital justice and the protection of fundamental rights: |
Or. en
Amendment 204
Pascale Piera, Ton Diepeveen, Alexandre Varaut
Proposal for a regulation
Article 9 – paragraph 2 – introductory part
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| 2. In award procedures under direct and indirect management, one or more of the following legal entities may be eligible to receive Union funding: | 2. In award procedures under direct or indirect management, any applicant entity, including its subcontractors and service providers, may be eligible to receive Union funding, provided that it fulfils the following cumulative conditions: |
Or. fr
Amendment 205
Victor Negrescu
Proposal for a regulation
Article 9 – paragraph 2 – point a
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| (a) entities established in a Member State; | (a) entities established in a Member State; including, civil society organisations, legal aid providers, judicial training institutions and organisations supporting vulnerable groups’ access to justice; |
Or. en
Amendment 206
Pascale Piera, Ton Diepeveen, Alexandre Varaut
Proposal for a regulation
Article 9 – paragraph 2 – point a
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| (a) entities established in a Member State; | (a) be a legal person established in an EU Member State; |
Or. fr
Amendment 207
Pascale Piera, Ton Diepeveen, Alexandre Varaut
Proposal for a regulation
Article 9 – paragraph 2 – point b
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| (b) entities established in an associated third country; | (b) not be controlled, directly or indirectly, by an undertaking or a government of a third country within the meaning of Article 2(7) of Regulation (EU) 2019/452; |
Or. fr
Amendment 208
Pascale Piera, Ton Diepeveen, Alexandre Varaut
Proposal for a regulation
Article 9 – paragraph 2 – point c
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| (c) international organisations; | (c) not be subject to legal obligations under the legislation of a third country which could require the disclosure of EU data to foreign public authorities; |
Or. fr
Amendment 209
François-Xavier Bellamy, Nadine Morano
Proposal for a regulation
Article 9 – paragraph 2 – point d
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| (d) other entities established in non-associated third countries where the funding of such entities is essential for implementing the action and contributes to the objectives laid down in Article 3. | deleted |
Or. fr
Amendment 210
Pascale Piera, Ton Diepeveen, Alexandre Varaut
Proposal for a regulation
Article 9 – paragraph 2 – point d
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| (d) other entities established in non-associated third countries where the funding of such entities is essential for implementing the action and contributes to the objectives laid down in Article 3. | (d) not benefit from direct foreign investments which enable participation of a foreign undertaking within the meaning of Article 2(1) of Regulation (EU) 2019/452, which could jeopardise the Union’s strategic autonomy. |
Or. fr
Amendment 211
Victor Negrescu
Proposal for a regulation
Article 9 – paragraph 3
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| 3. In addition to Article 168(2) and (3) of Regulation (EU, Euratom) 2024/2509, associated third countries referred to in Article 7 (1) of this Regulation may, where relevant, participate in and benefit from any procurement mechanisms set out in Article 168(2) and (3) of Regulation (EU, Euratom) 2024/2509. Rules applicable to Member States shall be applied, mutatis mutandis, to participating associated third countries. | 3. In addition to Article 168(2) and (3) of Regulation (EU, Euratom) 2024/2509, associated third countries referred to in Article 7 (1) of this Regulation may, where relevant, participate in and benefit from any procurement mechanisms set out in Article 168(2) and (3) of Regulation (EU, Euratom) 2024/2509. Rules applicable to Member States shall be applied, mutatis mutandis, to participating associated third countries, subject to continued compliance with the Union’s rule of law, transparency and security requirements. |
Or. en
Amendment 212
Pascale Piera, Ton Diepeveen, Alexandre Varaut
Proposal for a regulation
Article 9 – paragraph 3
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| 3. In addition to Article 168(2) and (3) of Regulation (EU, Euratom) 2024/2509, associated third countries referred to in Article 7(1) of this Regulation may, where relevant, participate in and benefit from any procurement mechanisms set out in Article 168(2) and (3) of Regulation (EU, Euratom) 2024/2509. Rules applicable to Member States shall be applied, mutatis mutandis, to participating associated third countries. | 3. The Commission may, in exceptional cases duly justified in the work programme, authorise the participation of entities from associated third countries referred to in Article 7(1) of this Regulation, as observer members, provided that such entities demonstrate their full independence from foreign state influence and comply with the highest EU security standards. |
Or. fr
Amendment 213
Victor Negrescu
Proposal for a regulation
Article 9 – paragraph 4
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| 4. Award procedures affecting security or public order, in particular concerning strategic assets and interests of the Union or its Member States, shall be restricted in accordance with Article 136 of Regulation (EU, Euratom) 2024/2509. In accordance with Article 136 of Regulation (EU, Euratom) 2024/2509, eligibility restrictions shall apply to high-risk suppliers in line with Union law, for security reasons. | 4. Award procedures affecting security or public order, in particular concerning strategic assets and interests of the Union or its Member States, shall be restricted in accordance with Article 136 of Regulation (EU, Euratom) 2024/2509. In accordance with Article 136 of Regulation (EU, Euratom) 2024/2509, eligibility restrictions shall apply to high-risk suppliers in line with Union law, for security reasons, including risks related to cybersecurity, foreign interference, corruption or unlawful access to sensitive judicial data and infrastructures. |
Or. en
Amendment 214
Pascale Piera, Ton Diepeveen, Alexandre Varaut
Proposal for a regulation
Article 9 – paragraph 5
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| 5. The work programme referred to in Article 110 of Regulation (EU, Euratom) 2024/2509, the calls for proposals and calls for tenders may further specify the eligibility criteria set out in this Regulation or set additional eligibility criteria for specific actions. | 5. The work programme referred to in Article 10 of this Regulation and Article 110 of Regulation (EU, Euratom) 2024/2509 shall set out the following elements: |
| a) the expected results; | |
| b) actions supported; | |
| c) indicative timetable; | |
| d) the indicative amounts available; | |
| e) the forms of contribution from the Union; | |
| f) the eligibility criteria used in the procedure. |
Or. fr
Amendment 215
Victor Negrescu
Proposal for a regulation
Article 9 – paragraph 5
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| 5. The work programme referred to in Article 110 of Regulation (EU, Euratom) 2024/2509, the calls for proposals and calls for tenders may further specify the eligibility criteria set out in this Regulation or set additional eligibility criteria for specific actions. | 5. The work programme referred to in Article 110 of Regulation (EU, Euratom) 2024/2509, the calls for proposals and calls for tenders may further specify the eligibility criteria set out in this Regulation or set additional eligibility criteria for specific actions, provided that such criteria remain proportionate, transparent and do not create unjustified administrative barriers for applicants. |
Or. en
Amendment 216
Victor Negrescu
Proposal for a regulation
Article 9 – paragraph 6
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| 6. An operating grant may be awarded without a call for proposals to the European Judicial Training Network to cover expenditure associated with its permanent work programme. | 6. An operating grant may be awarded without a call for proposals to the European Judicial Training Network to cover expenditure associated with its permanent work programme, including activities related to digital justice, cybersecurity preparedness, judicial independence, anti-corruption training and access to justice for vulnerable groups. |
Or. en
Amendment 217
Assita Kanko
Proposal for a regulation
Article 9 – paragraph 6
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| 6. An operating grant may be awarded without a call for proposals to the European Judicial Training Network to cover expenditure associated with its permanent work programme. | 6. An operating grant shall be awarded without a call for proposals, in accordance with the Regulation (EU, Euratom) 2024/2509, to the European Judicial Training Network to cover expenditure associated with its permanent work programme. |
Or. en
Justification
The purpose of this amendment is to ensure that the Network’s activities receive stable and adequate funding.
Amendment 218
Tineke Strik, Jaume Asens Llodrà, Katarina Barley, Krzysztof Śmiszek, Dainius Žalimas, Nikola Minchev, Michał Wawrykiewicz, Emil Radev
Proposal for a regulation
Article 9 – paragraph 6
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| 6. An operating grant may be awarded without a call for proposals to the European Judicial Training Network to cover expenditure associated with its permanent work programme. | 6. An operating grant shall be awarded without a call for proposals to the European Judicial Training Network to cover expenditure associated with its permanent work programme. |
Or. en
Amendment 219
Jaroslav Bžoch
Proposal for a regulation
Article 9 – paragraph 6
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| 6. An operating grant may be awarded without a call for proposals to the European Judicial Training Network to cover expenditure associated with its permanent work programme. | 6. An operating grant shall be awarded without a call for proposals to the European Judicial Training Network to cover expenditure associated with its permanent work programme. |
Or. en
Amendment 220
Fabienne Keller
Proposal for a regulation
Article 9 – paragraph 6
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| 6. An operating grant may be awarded without a call for proposals to the European Judicial Training Network to cover expenditure associated with its permanent work programme. | 6. An operating grant shall be awarded without a call for proposals to the European Judicial Training Network to cover expenditure associated with its permanent work programme. |
Or. en
Amendment 221
Alessandro Ciriani, Mario Mantovani
Proposal for a regulation
Article 9 – paragraph 6
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| 6. An operating grant may be awarded without a call for proposals to the European Judicial Training Network to cover expenditure associated with its permanent work programme. | 6. An operating grant shall be awarded without a call for proposals to the European Judicial Training Network to cover expenditure associated with its permanent work programme. |
Or. it
Amendment 222
Mario Mantovani, Alessandro Ciriani
Proposal for a regulation
Article 9 – paragraph 6 a (new)
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| 6a. Specific procedures and criteria may be adopted with a view to ensuring that smaller judicial institutions, courts located in remote areas, and professional and non-profit associations with more limited administrative capacities are eligible for all award and allocation measures under the Programme. These may include: (a) simplified application procedures, including templates limited to a certain length; (b) a dedicated technical support service to assist prospective beneficiaries with application and reporting requirements; (c) the ability to submit applications as a straightforward consortium, including one main partner who shall fulfil the administrative requirements on behalf of the other partners; (d) setting aside at least 20 % of the funding for small-scale projects, which shall be open to courts, local notarial associations and smaller professional and non-profit organisations. |
Or. it
Justification
Awareness of the Programme is somewhat limited among professional and non-profit organisations and smaller and more remote institutions. Moreover, according to the mid-term evaluation of the 2021-2027 period, some beneficiaries are still struggling with the application process and reporting requirements. This disparity systematically favours larger organisations to the detriment of smaller or more remote institutions, to which this amendment seeks to devote particular attention.
Amendment 223
Pascale Piera, Ton Diepeveen, Alexandre Varaut
Proposal for a regulation
Article 9 a (new)
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| Article 9a | |
| Complementary rules for grants | |
| 1. In addition to the grounds for reduction set out in Article 132(4) of Regulation (EU, Euratom) 2024/2509, the amount of the grant may be reduced under the following conditions: | |
| a) if the action has not started within one year following the starting date indicated in the grant agreement; | |
| b) following a review of the progress of the action, it is established that the implementation of the action has suffered such major delays that the objectives of the action are unlikely to be achieved; | |
| 2. The grant agreement may be amended or terminated on the basis of the conditions set out in paragraph 1. | |
| 3. Available commitment appropriations resulting from the application of paragraph 1 or 2 shall be made available under this Programme. | |
| 4. Within the financial envelope of the Programme, amounts shall be allocated as follows for each specific objective: | |
| a) 27 % for the specific objective referred to in point (a) of Article 3(2); | |
| b) 36 % for the specific objective referred to in point (b) of Article 3(2); | |
| c) 27 % for the specific objective referred to in point (c) of Article 3(2); | |
| d) 10 % for any of the objectives referred to in Article 3(2). |
Or. fr
Justification
The aim of these amendments is to give the European Parliament and the Council more control over the use of the budget allocated for the Justice programme, in accordance with the previous Programme 2021-2027.
Amendment 224
Daniel Buda
Proposal for a regulation
Article 10 – paragraph 1
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| The Programme shall be implemented by work programmes referred to in Article 110 of Regulation (EU, Euratom) 2024/2509. | The Programme shall be implemented by work programmes referred to in Article 110 of Regulation (EU, Euratom) 2024/2509. The work programmes shall be adopted by the Commission by means of implementing acts. Those implementing acts shall be adopted in accordance with the examination procedure referred to in Article 10a. |
Or. ro
Amendment 225
Tineke Strik, Jaume Asens Llodrà, Katarina Barley, Krzysztof Śmiszek, Dainius Žalimas, Nikola Minchev, Michał Wawrykiewicz, Emil Radev
Proposal for a regulation
Article 10 – paragraph 1
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| The Programme shall be implemented by work programmes referred to in Article 110 of Regulation (EU, Euratom) 2024/2509. | The Programme shall be implemented by work programmes. |
Or. en
Amendment 226
Assita Kanko
Proposal for a regulation
Article 10 – paragraph 1
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| The Programme shall be implemented by work programmes referred to in Article 110 of Regulation (EU, Euratom) 2024/2509. | The Programme shall be implemented by work programmes . |
Or. en
Amendment 227
Pascale Piera, Ton Diepeveen, Alexandre Varaut
Proposal for a regulation
Article 10 – paragraph 1
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| The Programme shall be implemented by work programmes referred to in Article 110 of Regulation (EU, Euratom) 2024/2509. | 1. The Programme shall be implemented by work programmes referred to in Article 110 of Regulation (EU, Euratom) 2024/2509. |
Or. fr
Amendment 228
Pascale Piera, Ton Diepeveen, Alexandre Varaut
Proposal for a regulation
Article 10 – paragraph 1 a (new)
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| 2. The work programmes shall be adopted by the Commission by means of an implementing act. That implementing act shall be adopted in accordance with the examination procedure referred to in Article 10d(3). |
Or. fr
Justification
The aim of these amendments is to give the European Parliament and the Council more control over the use of the budget allocated for the Justice programme, in accordance with the previous Programme 2021-2027.
Amendment 229
Tineke Strik, Jaume Asens Llodrà, Katarina Barley, Krzysztof Śmiszek, Dainius Žalimas, Nikola Minchev, Michał Wawrykiewicz, Emil Radev
Proposal for a regulation
Article 10 – paragraph 1 a (new)
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| 1a. The Commission shall adopt delegated acts in accordance with Article 10c to supplement this Regulation by setting out the annual and multiannual work programmes referred to in paragraph 1 of this Article. |
Or. en
Amendment 230
Assita Kanko
Proposal for a regulation
Article 10 – paragraph 1 a (new)
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| The Commission shall adopt delegated acts in accordance with Article 10c to supplement this Regulation by setting out the work programmes referred to in paragraph 1 of this Article |
Or. en
Amendment 231
Tineke Strik, Jaume Asens Llodrà, Katarina Barley, Krzysztof Śmiszek, Dainius Žalimas, Nikola Minchev, Michał Wawrykiewicz, Emil Radev
Proposal for a regulation
Article 10 a (new)
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| Article10a | |
| Monitoring and reporting | |
| 1. Indicators to report on the progress of the Programme towards the achievement of the general and specific objectives laid down in Article 3 are set out in Annex II and shall be used in accordance with the general framework set out in the Performance Regulation. | |
| 2. To ensure the effective assessment of the Programme’s progress towards the achievement of its objectives, the Commission is empowered to adopt delegated acts, in accordance with Article 10c, to amend Annex II with regard to the indicators where considered necessary as well as to supplement this Regulation with provisions on the establishment of a monitoring and evaluation framework that are not covered by the Performance Regulation. | |
| 3. The performance reporting system shall ensure that data for monitoring the implementation and the results of the Programme are collected efficiently, effectively and in a timely manner. To that end, proportionate reporting requirements shall be imposed on recipients of Union funds and, where appropriate, on Member States. | |
| 4. The Commission shall report on the performance of the Programme annually to the European Parliament and to the Council, within the existing reporting mechanisms, in particular the EU Justice Scoreboard. In particular, the Commission shall assess and report on the use of the funds allocated to each specific objective. In its report, it shall specify the types of action that have received funding and how these actions contribute to the objectives, including in situations where challenges have been identified, while ensuring consistency with the Union’s rule of law conditionality framework and the Charter horizontal enabling condition under the Common Provisions Regulation. On the basis of that report, the European Parliament may make recommendations. The Commission shall duly take those recommendations into account in the preparation of each annual and multiannual work programme. |
Or. en
Amendment 232
Assita Kanko
Proposal for a regulation
Article 10 a (new)
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| Article10a | |
| Exercise of the delegation | |
| 1. The power to adopt delegated acts is conferred on the Commission subject to the conditions laid down in this Article. | |
| 2. The power to adopt delegated acts referred to in Article 10 shall be conferred on the Commission for a period of … years from … [date of entry into force of the basic legislative act or any other date set by the co-legislators] . | |
| 3. The delegation of power referred to in Article 10 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. | |
| 4. Before adopting a delegated act, the Commission shall consult experts designated by each Member State in accordance with the principles laid down in the Interinstitutional Agreement of 13 April 2016 on Better Law-Making. | |
| 5. As soon as it adopts a delegated act, the Commission shall notify it simultaneously to the European Parliament and to the Council. | |
| 6. A delegated act adopted pursuant to Article 10 shall enter into force only if no objection has been expressed either by the European Parliament or by 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. |
Or. en
Amendment 233
Pascale Piera, Ton Diepeveen, Alexandre Varaut
Proposal for a regulation
Article 10 a (new)
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| Article 10a | |
| Monitoring and reporting | |
| Indicators to report on the progress of the Programme towards the achievement of the general and specific objectives laid down in Article 3 are set out in the Annex. | |
| To ensure effective assessment of the Programme’s progress towards the achievement of its objectives, a two-yearly review should be performed, in accordance with Article 10c, including to amend the Annex with regard to the indicators, where considered necessary, as well as to supplement this Regulation with provisions on the establishment of a monitoring and evaluation framework. | |
| The performance reporting system shall ensure that data for monitoring the implementation and the results of the Programme are collected efficiently, effectively, and in a timely manner. To that end, proportionate reporting requirements shall be imposed on recipients of Union funds and, where appropriate, on Member States. | |
| The Commission shall report on the performance of the Programme annually to the European Parliament and to the Council, within the existing reporting mechanisms, in particular the EU Justice Scoreboard. In particular, the Commission shall report on the use of the funds allocated to each specific objective. In its report, it shall specify the types of action that have received funding, including actions linked to the promotion of gender equality. On the basis of that report, the European Parliament may make recommendations. The Commission shall duly take those recommendations into account. |
Or. fr
Justification
The aim of these amendments is to give the European Parliament and the Council more control over the use of the budget allocated for the Justice programme, in accordance with the previous Programme 2021-2027.
Amendment 234
Daniel Buda
Proposal for a regulation
Article 10 a (new)
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| 10a | |
| Committee Procedure | |
| 1. The Commission shall be assisted by a Committee. That committee shall be a committee within the meaning of Regulation (EU) No 182/2011. | |
| 2. Where reference is made to this paragraph, Article 5 of Regulation (EU) No 182/2011 shall apply. |
Or. ro
Amendment 235
Pascale Piera, Ton Diepeveen, Alexandre Varaut
Proposal for a regulation
Article 10 b (new)
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| Article 10b | |
| Granting of Union financial support | |
| Following every call for proposals based on the work programmes referred to in Article 10, the Commission shall adopt an implementing act setting the amount of financial support to be granted to the projects selected or to parts thereof, and specifying the conditions and arrangements for their implementation. That implementing act shall be adopted in accordance with the examination procedure referred to in Article 10d(3). |
Or. fr
Justification
The aim of these amendments is to give the European Parliament and the Council more control over the use of the budget allocated for the Justice programme.
Amendment 236
Tineke Strik, Jaume Asens Llodrà, Katarina Barley, Krzysztof Śmiszek, Dainius Žalimas, Nikola Minchev
Proposal for a regulation
Article 10 b (new)
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| Article10b | |
| Monitoring and reporting | |
| 5. In its annual reporting on the performance of the Programme, the Commission shall pay due regard to Article 3a. |
Or. en
Amendment 237
Tineke Strik, Jaume Asens Llodrà, Katarina Barley, Krzysztof Śmiszek, Dainius Žalimas, Nikola Minchev, Michał Wawrykiewicz, Emil Radev
Proposal for a regulation
Article 10 c (new)
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| Article10c | |
| Exercise of the delegation | |
| 1. The power to adopt delegated acts is conferred on the Commission subject to the conditions laid down in this Article. | |
| 2. The power to adopt delegated acts referred to in Article 10 shall be conferred on the Commission until 31 December 2034. | |
| 3. The delegation of power referred to in Article 10 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. | |
| 4. Before adopting a delegated act, the Commission shall consult experts designated by each Member State in accordance with the principles laid down in the Interinstitutional Agreement of 13 April 2016 on Better Law-Making. | |
| 5. As soon as it adopts a delegated act, the Commission shall notify it simultaneously to the European Parliament and to the Council. | |
| 6. A delegated act adopted pursuant to Article 10 shall enter into force only if no objection has been expressed either by the European Parliament or by 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. |
Or. en
Amendment 238
Pascale Piera, Ton Diepeveen, Alexandre Varaut
Proposal for a regulation
Article 10 c (new)
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| Article 10c | |
| Two-yearly review | |
| At the latest two years following the entry into force of this Regulation, and then every two years, the Commission shall assess the indicators set out in the Annex. On the basis of that assessment, the Commission shall, where appropriate, submit a legislative proposal including to update the framework of this Regulation and amend that list. |
Or. fr
Justification
The aim of these amendments is to give the European Parliament and the Council more control over the use of the budget allocated for the Justice programme.
Amendment 239
Pascale Piera, Ton Diepeveen, Alexandre Varaut
Proposal for a regulation
Article 10 d (new)
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| Article 10d | |
| Committee procedure | |
| 1. The Commission shall be assisted by a Committee. That committee shall be a committee within the meaning of Regulation (EU) No 182/2011. | |
| 2. Where reference is made to this paragraph, Article 5 of Regulation (EU) No 182/2011 shall apply. | |
| 3. For matters concerning the procedure referred to in Article 10(2), where the committee delivers no opinion, the Commission shall not adopt the draft implementing act, and the third subparagraph of Article 5(4) of Regulation (EU) No 182/2011 shall apply. | |
| 4. Where the opinion of the committee is to be obtained by written procedure, that procedure shall be terminated without result when, within the time-limit for delivery of the opinion, the chair of the committee so decides or a simple majority of committee members so request. |
Or. fr
Justification
The aim of these amendments is to give the European Parliament and the Council more control over the use of the budget allocated for the Justice programme, in accordance with the previous Programme 2021-2027.
Amendment 240
Tineke Strik, Jaume Asens Llodrà, Katarina Barley, Krzysztof Śmiszek, Dainius Žalimas, Nikola Minchev, Michał Wawrykiewicz, Emil Radev
Proposal for a regulation
Article 11 a (new)
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| Article11a | |
| Stakeholder consultation | |
| In line with Article 11(2) of the Treaty on the European Union, the Commission shall organise a regular, open and transparent dialogue with the beneficiaries of the Programme and other relevant stakeholders, including civil society organisations, in order to exchange experience and good practices, and to discuss the implementation of the Programme’s objectives and the preparation, implementation and evaluation of the work programme referred to in Article 10. |
Or. en
Amendment 241
Pascale Piera, Ton Diepeveen, Alexandre Varaut
Proposal for a regulation
Article 13 a (new)
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| Article 13a | |
| Annex I | |
| The Programme shall be monitored on the basis of a set of indicators intended to measure the extent to which its general and specific objectives have been achieved while minimising administrative burdens and costs. To that end, while respecting rights related to privacy and data protection, data will be collected as regards the following set of indicators: | |
| (a) number of members of the judiciary and judicial staff who participated in training activities (including staff exchanges, study visits, workshops and seminars) funded by the Programme, including through the operating grant of the EJTN; | |
| (b) number of exchanges of information in the European Criminal Records Information System (ECRIS); | |
| (c) number of hits on the e-Justice portal/pages addressing the need for information on cross-border civil and criminal cases; | |
| (d) number of people per specific objective reached by: | |
| (i) mutual learning activities and the exchange of good practices; | |
| (ii) activities related to awareness-raising and information, and to the dissemination of information. | |
| All individual data shall be broken down by sex whenever possible. The interim and the final evaluations of the programme shall focus on each specific objective and include a gender equality perspective and evaluate impacts on gender equality. |
Or. fr
Justification
The aim of these amendments is to give the European Parliament and the Council more control over the use of the budget allocated for the Justice programme, in accordance with the previous Programme 2021-2027.
Amendment 242
Tineke Strik, Jaume Asens Llodrà, Katarina Barley, Krzysztof Śmiszek, Dainius Žalimas, Nikola Minchev, Michał Wawrykiewicz, Emil Radev
Proposal for a regulation
Article 13 a (new)
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| Article13a | |
| Annex I | |
| Within the financial envelope of the Programme, amounts within the ranges below shall be allocated for each specific objective: | |
| (a) between 25 and 40 % for the specific objective referred to in point (a) of Article 3(2); | |
| (b) between 30 and 45 % for the specific objective referred to in point (b) of Article 3(2); | |
| (c) between 30 and 45 % for the specific objective referred to in point (c) of Article 3(2). |
Or. en
Amendment 243
Nikola Minchev, Dainius Žalimas, Raquel García Hermida-Van Der Walle, Irena Joveva, Hilde Vautmans, Malik Azmani, Sigrid Friis, Michael McNamara
Proposal for a regulation
Article 13 a (new)
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| Article13a | |
| ANNEX II - INDICATORS | |
| Addition of new indicator: | |
| (l a) number of actions supporting the development of alternative justice approaches; |
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Amendment 244
Tineke Strik, Jaume Asens Llodrà, Katarina Barley, Krzysztof Śmiszek, Dainius Žalimas, Nikola Minchev, Michał Wawrykiewicz, Emil Radev
Proposal for a regulation
Article 13 b (new)
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
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| Article13b | |
| Annex II | |
| 1. The Programme shall be monitored on the basis of a set of indicators intended to measure the extent to which its general and specific objectives have been achieved while minimising administrative burdens and costs. To that end, while respecting rights related to privacy and data protection, data will be collected as regards the following set of indicators in and where relevant complemented by other indicators in the Performance Regulation: | |
| (a) number of members of the judiciary and judicial staff who participated in training activities (including staff exchanges, study visits, workshops and seminars) funded by the Programme, including through the operating grant of the EJTN, broken down by training topic; | |
| (b) number of civil society organisations supported by the Programme and number of civil society organisations and other entities reached by support and capacity building activities; | |
| (c) number of exchanges of information in the European Criminal Records Information System (ECRIS); | |
| (d) number of hits on the e-Justice portal/pages addressing the need for information on cross-border civil and criminal cases; | |
| (e) number of people per specific objective reached by: | |
| (i) mutual learning activities and the exchange of good practices; | |
| (ii) activities related to awareness-raising and information, and to the dissemination of information; | |
| (f) number of actions funded by the Programme supporting the rule of law, judicial independence, quality and efficiency of justice systems, non-discriminatory access to justice, procedural rights and victims support, fundamental rights, effective judicial protection and mutual trust; | |
| (g) awareness of persons and entities reached by the Programme of fundamental rights and the EU Charter of Fundamental Rights; | |
| (h) Awareness of persons and entities reached by the Programme of the principles of the rule of law; | |
| (i) Awareness of persons and entities reached by the Programme of the General Data Protection Regulation; | |
| (j) Number of EU-level ICT systems set up/adapted/maintained; | |
| (k) Number of measures to support services for victims of gender violence; | |
| (l) Number of people directly benefiting from legal aid interventions; | |
| (m) Number of projects to assist and support victims of crime in the EU; | |
| (n)·Number of projects to raise awareness on the procedural rights of people suspected or accused of crime in the EU; |
Or. en
Amendment 245
Tineke Strik, Jaume Asens Llodrà, Katarina Barley, Krzysztof Śmiszek, Dainius Žalimas, Nikola Minchev
Proposal for a regulation
Article 13 c (new)
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
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| Article13c | |
| Annex II | |
| 2. All individual data shall be broken down by gender, age, staff category, labour market status and education level, whenever possible and applicable. The interim and final evaluations of the Programme shall focus on each specific objective, and shall include a gender equality perspective and evaluate impacts on gender equality. |
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