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Implementing rules ⇒ Problem: many detailed/technical issues have NOT been dealt with or regulated in the Directives. ⇒ Solution: common EU mechanism to deal with technical implementing rules, and ‘adaptation to scientific and technological progress’ = « comitology ». European Parliament, as legislator, does not normally want to deal with technical details – lack of expertise These ‘implementing powers’ are granted to the European Commission, which operates the « comitology » system. Art 14 <strong>WEEE</strong>, Art 7 <strong>RoHS</strong> = comitology or Technical Adaptation Committee (TAC). WHITE & CASE LLP
Technical Adaptation Committee Chaired by European Commission Made up of representatives of the 25 Member States National officials responsible for electronic waste policy Only European Commission can table a proposal No real involvement of European Parliament If majority of TAC agrees, European Commission will adopt proposal TAC cannot amend proposals WHITE & CASE LLP
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