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Proportionality Test for Regulated Professions

Summary

A proposal to establish a common EU framework requiring Member States to conduct proportionality tests before introducing new regulations that restrict access to regulated professions.
10 09.07.2018
Other
administrative law
public administration
business and competition
professional association
simplification of legislation
employment and working conditions

Key points

  • Member States must conduct a formal assessment before introducing or changing rules that restrict access to regulated professions.
  • Any restrictions on professional activities must be justified by legitimate public interest objectives, such as public health or safety.
  • New professional regulations must be checked to ensure they do not discriminate against people based on their nationality or where they live.
  • Authorities should prioritize using the least restrictive methods possible to achieve their safety or quality goals.
Documents (PDFs)
REPORT on the proposal for a directive of the European Parliament and of the Council on a proportionality test before adoption of new regulation of professions Proportionality test before adoption of new regulation of professions ***I
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