EU Better Law-Making Agreement

Summary

A new agreement between EU institutions to improve law-making quality, increase transparency, and reduce administrative burdens.
10 12.05.2016
Other
european union
administrative reform
legislative procedure
public administration
simplification of legislation

Key points

  • Modernization of the legislative framework by replacing outdated interinstitutional agreements from 2003.
  • Strengthening of impact assessments to ensure they are comprehensive and cover economic, environmental, and social impacts.
  • A commitment to reducing administrative burdens and overregulation, with a specific focus on supporting small and medium-sized enterprises.
  • Improved management and democratic oversight of delegated and implementing acts.
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