Publications

Brussels, June 2nd, 2015: On the 19th of May 2015, the European Commission launched an infringement procedure against Germany concerning the introduction of the Minimum Wage Act to the transport sector. Previously, the step of the German government was heavily criticized both… continue reading »

Brussels, November 12, 2013: During the negotiations on Horizon 2020 programme, the European Parliament ensured that a novel instrument called “Fast Track to Innovation” (FTI) will be introduced.  This scheme, which should be tested in form of pilots, will involve open calls with… continue reading »

Brussels, 27th November 2012: Pre-commercial procurement (PCP) is an instrument that can bring innovative solutions on the market and secure its deployment while saving a significant amount of public money. Introduced by the EU as a pilot initiative on ICT under… continue reading »

CEBRE – Czech Business Representation to the EU celebrates this year the 10th anniversary of its existence in Brussels lobby arena. Apart from the celebratory evening held at the premises of Prague House, CEBRE also organized a business breakfast with Czech… continue reading »

Financial instruments proposed by the European Commission in the next EU Multiannual Financial Framework 2014–2020 (MFF) will help to facilitate business access to finance. Almost €1.4 billion within COSME and €3.8 billion within HORIZON 2020 are dedicated to financial engineering which will take… continue reading »

Simplification and modernization of Professional Qualifications Directive 2005/36/EC, setting the rules for mutual recognition of professional qualifications, can hand in hand with European Professional Card enhance mobility of professionals in Europe. The Single Market, although its formal achievement two decades… continue reading »

The Czech Republic has implemented many interesting projects thanks to the EU funds and this money contributed to development of its regions and transport infrastructure. On the other hand, EU funding has almost erased national support system which has been… continue reading »

The European Commission published the White Paper on Transport in March 2011, document that includes proposals to modernize and decarbonize transport sector in order to create a competitive and sustainable transport system and to create a genuine Single European Transport… continue reading »

Speakers and participants of the debate on the Commission’s Single Market Act agreed that the proposal has to have balanced approach, clear prioritization and clear support of European institutions, the Member States and stakeholders in order to deliver tangible outcomes… continue reading »

EU trade is an engine for global growth. It contributes to creation of sustainable jobs and has a real impact on the day to day lives of people and businesses. The European Union is the biggest global player in international… continue reading »