Summary
A proposal for an EU regulation to protect adults in cross-border situations, focusing on supported decision-making and mutual recognition of protective measures. 10 03.06.2026
Other
justice
civil law
human rights
social policy
administrative law
public administration
Key points
- The regulation aims to protect adults who require support or safeguards in decision-making when moving across EU borders.
- The framework prioritizes supported decision-making over substitute decision-making to respect individual autonomy.
- A new European Certificate of Support and Representation will be created to allow representatives to prove their powers in other Member States.
- Member States will be required to establish and maintain protection registers that are interconnected across the Union.
Documents (PDFs)
DRAFT REPORT on the proposal for a regulation of the European Parliament and of the Council Jurisdiction, applicable law, recognition and enforcement of measures and cooperation in matters relating to the protection of adults
REPORT on the proposal for a regulation of the European Parliament and of the Council Jurisdiction, applicable law, recognition and enforcement of measures and cooperation in matters relating to the protection of adults
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