National rules on collective redress vary greatly across the EU. This heterogeneity is problematic as not all European citizens are granted the same level of protection. The study requested by the JURI committee looks at the current state of play of collective redress at national level and examines the Commission’s proposal for a Directive on representative actions. It also provides a number of policy recommendations paying particular attention to cross-border cases.
The accessibility and quality of Commission data on grant funding has improved significantly since 2010. There have also been positive developments since 2016, and further developments are planned. However, there are still significant constraints that prevent meaningful analysis of grant funding data, and which must undermine policy
formulation and monitoring.
The position of EUSRs in the EU’s external action merits further analysis, especially in light of the changes brought about by the Treaty of Lisbon (EEAS, EU Delegations). The study requested by AFET committee looks at the scope and mandate of EU Special Representatives (EUSRs) with a view to explore and provide an analysis on their role. The
authors make recommendations regarding the mandates and functions, the appointment and selection, and the institutional integration of the EUSRs.
Research shows a broad consensus on the persistence of diverse, but interrelated barriers to cross-border workers. The study, provided by policy Department A at the request of the EMPL Committee, outlines trends and drivers of cross-border mobility. It then looks in more depth at barriers to it, before assessing measures - including legislation, key programmes and initiatives, and funding structures - adopted at EU level to address them.
Avoiding overtourism requires custom-made policies in cooperation between destinations' stakeholders and policymakers. This study addresses the complex phenomenon of overtourism in the EU. By focusing on a set of case studies, the study reports on overtourism indicators, discusses management approaches implemented within different
destinations and assesses policy responses.
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