FRA underlined that emphasis should be given to transposition and implementation given that the directive could lead to unintended negative effects nationally, especially for civil society organisations.
FRA suggested that the EU legislator could consider introducing a clause requiring independent authorities with necessary fundamental rights expertise to enable them detect and address possible fundamental rights implications.
The European Commission presented its views and shadow-rapporteurs, and other Members of Parliament, used the opportunity to exchange views.
The hearing took place on 30 September in Brussels.
