Implementation of the regulations on labelling by SMEs

10.11.2014

Question for written answer E-009023-14
to the Commission
Rule 130
Annie Schreijer-Pierik (PPE) , Esther de Lange (PPE)

1. Is the Commission aware of the report stating that a quarter of companies in the Netherlands are unable to implement the regulations relating to labelling before the deadline of 13 December?

2. Is the Commission able to state whether this is also the case in other European countries?

3. How does the Commission intend to support or facilitate small businesses in order to enable them to implement the regulations on time?