What is Delegated directive?
Delegated directive means: A delegated directive is a delegated act adopted as a directive, used to supplement or amend elements of a legislative act while still requiring national implementation. Source: EUR-Lex glossary: delegated acts and 1 other official source.
Why it matters
It can change technical requirements but still leaves a national implementation layer for companies to watch.
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What is Delegated directive?
A delegated directive is a delegated act adopted as a directive, used to supplement or amend elements of a legislative act while still requiring national implementation.
Why does Delegated directive matter in EU policy?
It can change technical requirements but still leaves a national implementation layer for companies to watch.
Where can I verify the definition of Delegated directive?
Lex cites EUR-Lex glossary: delegated acts; Treaty on the Functioning of the EU, Article 288 for this definition and links the source records on this page.
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