Less bureaucracy makes Europe stronger

The EPP Group views the forthcoming “Omnibus” business simplification initiative as a “crucial step” and will push for its success with full force. Europe urgently needs to foster growth and create more jobs for long-term prosperity for future generations.

“Cutting unnecessary red tape and simplifying rules is essential for growth, jobs, and future prosperity," said Tomas Tobé MEP, EPP Group Spokesman for the Omnibus simplification package. "Now, we take a crucial step to revive our economy and unleash its potential," Tobé noted. Small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs), the backbone of Europe’s economy, need more time to innovate and grow, rather than being tied up with bureaucracy. 

The EPP Group aims to cut regulatory complexity without compromising on oversight and accountability. Some reporting obligations remain essential for EU goals like environmental safety and climate action, but unnecessary red tape must go.

"We must listen to businesses, which provide vital employment. To build a competitive Europe, we must free companies from unnecessary paperwork so they can focus on innovation and growth," said Dolors Montserrat MEP, EPP Group Vice-President for Economy and Environment.

"Measuring and recording CO2 emissions per product, for example, under the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM), is too burdensome for most SMEs. We support CBAM, but want it to be simpler and fairer, with sensible exemptions," explained Montserrat.

The European Commission will propose its first Omnibus law package tomorrow. It will simplify obligations such as due diligence and sustainability reporting. This will contribute to reducing administrative burdens in Europe by at least 25%, with a 35% reduction target for SMEs.