Transport, Telecommunications and Energy Council, 10-11/12/2015 - Main results
Ministers held a policy debate on social aspects in road transport. They agreed on the need to tackle the continuing differences in national interpretations which might fragment the single market. They also underlined the need for correct implementation and adequate enforcement (such as increased road checks) before further progress on market liberalisation could be achieved. Ministers also highlighted the importance of closer cooperation to tackle fraud. Several member states asked the Commission to play a key role in putting in place this cooperation.
The aim of this debate was to offer member states the opportunity to set out their ideas and provide input for the Commission as it prepares new initiatives in 2016.
Under 'any other business', the Commission presented its new aviation strategy.
Over their working lunch, ministers addressed the issue of road safety. They discussed the need to ensure better protection of pedestrians and cyclists, and make more effort to reduce the number of persons seriously injured in road accidents.
Meeting information
Indicative programme of Transport, Telecommunications and Energy Council, 10-11 December 2015
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Background brief (Telecommunications)
The Council also adopted, without discussion, its position at first reading on directives on railway safety and interoperability and a regulation on the European Railway Agency. These three legislative acts make up the technical pillar of the fourth railway package.
Agenda highlights
Telecommunications, 11 December
Ministers will discuss the upcoming review of the EU telecoms rules. The questions prepared by the presidency focus on next generation connectivity, equivalent treatment of equivalent services and the top priorities for the review. The Commission is expected to present its proposals in 2016 under the digital single market strategy.
The presidency will report on talks with the European Parliament on the draft directive on network and information security. The next trilogue meeting with the Parliament is scheduled for 7 December. The presidency will also present a progress report on the proposed rules to make public sector websites more accessible.
Digital single market for Europe
Improving cyber security across the EU
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Transport, Telecommunications and Energy Council: Other meetings
Last reviewed on 10/12/2015
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