Introduction Although the Temporary Crisis and Transition Framework [TCTF] expired at the end of 2024, three sections are still valid until 31 December 2025. They are sections 2.5, 2.6 and 2.8. They support the green and digital transition to a more resilient economy. In this context, Finland notified to the Commission an aid scheme consisting of two measures: (a) Aid […]
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In Lexxion’s State Aid Uncovered blog, Prof. Phedon Nicolaides publishes weekly critical analyses of recent State aid judgments and decisions. Each post presents the key points of a court judgment or EU Commission decision, places it in the context of similar case law or practice, assesses the underlying reasoning and highlights any inconsistencies or contradictions.
Guest contributions from other State aid experts will also be published on the blog at irregular intervals to complement the content of the blog posts.
- TCTF ×
29. April 2025 |
State Aid Uncovered
by Phedon Nicolaides
5. September 2023 |
State Aid Uncovered
by Phedon Nicolaides
Introduction Although the TCTF requires notification of aid measures, it seems to be more user-friendly than State aid guidelines. This is because Member States may simply copy its provisions in their local law or administrative instrument and sent it to the Commission. A case in point is a German scheme that is reviewed in this article. It was notified to […]
- TCTF ×
29. April 2025 |
State Aid Uncovered
by Phedon Nicolaides
Introduction Although the Temporary Crisis and Transition Framework [TCTF] expired at the end of 2024, three sections are still valid until 31 December 2025. They are sections 2.5, 2.6 and 2.8. They support the green and digital transition to a more resilient economy. In this context, Finland notified to the Commission an aid scheme consisting of two measures: (a) Aid […]
5. September 2023 |
State Aid Uncovered
by Phedon Nicolaides
Introduction Although the TCTF requires notification of aid measures, it seems to be more user-friendly than State aid guidelines. This is because Member States may simply copy its provisions in their local law or administrative instrument and sent it to the Commission. A case in point is a German scheme that is reviewed in this article. It was notified to […]
- TCTF ×
29. April 2025 |
State Aid Uncovered
by Phedon Nicolaides
Introduction Although the Temporary Crisis and Transition Framework [TCTF] expired at the end of 2024, three sections are still valid until 31 December 2025. They are sections 2.5, 2.6 and 2.8. They support the green and digital transition to a more resilient economy. In this context, Finland notified to the Commission an aid scheme consisting of two measures: (a) Aid […]
5. September 2023 |
State Aid Uncovered
by Phedon Nicolaides
Introduction Although the TCTF requires notification of aid measures, it seems to be more user-friendly than State aid guidelines. This is because Member States may simply copy its provisions in their local law or administrative instrument and sent it to the Commission. A case in point is a German scheme that is reviewed in this article. It was notified to […]
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