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In Lexxions Blog „State Aid Uncovered” veröffentlicht Prof. Phedon Nicolaides wöchentlich kritische Analysen zu den neuesten Urteilen und Entscheidungen zu staatlichen Beihilfen. Jeder Beitrag stellt die wichtigsten Punkte eines Gerichtsurteils oder einer EU-Kommissionsentscheidung vor, ordnet sie in den Kontext ähnlicher Rechtsprechung oder Praxis ein, bewertet die zugrundeliegende Argumentation und zeigt etwaige Ungereimtheiten oder Widersprüche auf.

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20. Juni 2017 | State Aid Uncovered von Phedon Nicolaides

The Effectiveness of Clear Guidance: The Case of Broadband Networks

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This blog examines how much aid goes to support broadband networks and what lessons can be drawn from the Commission’s decisional practice. Introduction A principal objective of the State Aid Modernisation was to free Commission resources from the time-consuming task of checking the conformity of routine measures of State aid. Consequently, the General Block Exemption Regulation was extended to […]

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14. Juni 2017 | Guest State Aid Blog von Nevin Alija

State Resources criteria in the spotlight once again: Comments on the Opinion of the Advocate General in case C-329/15 ENEA SA w Poznaniu v Prezes Urzędu Regulacji Energetyki

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Today we are glad to welcome Nevin Alija to the State Aid Blog. She is a PhD Candidate at the Católica Research Center for the Future of Law of the Católica Global School of Law, Universidade Católica Portuguesa. In this blog post she examines case C-329/15 ENEA SA w Poznaniu v Prezes Urzędu Regulacji Energetyki. Thank you, Nevin, for sharing […]

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13. Juni 2017 | State Aid Uncovered von Phedon Nicolaides

A Regional Aid Scheme with an Ex-Post Evaluation Plan

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Aid must be capable of remedying the regional handicap. Introduction A novel aspect of the 2014 State Aid Modernisation was the requirement for ex-post evaluation of large or unusual State aid measures. The purpose of the ex-post evaluation is to determine the effectiveness of State aid. The outcome of the evaluation does not affect the legality of the aid. […]

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6. Juni 2017 | State Aid Uncovered von Phedon Nicolaides

Transfer of State Assets between State-Owned Companies

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Transfers of public assets for the purpose of extinguishing debt have to be valued according to private creditor principle. Transfers of public assets that involve State aid must be notified to the Commission. Introduction Sale or transfer of state assets is a tricky process. A possible undervaluation of the assets results in State aid for the benefit of the […]

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30. Mai 2017 | Guest State Aid Blog von Lexxion Publisher

15th Jubilee Feature – State Aid Experts Paying Court to EStAL: Thomas Jaeger

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Since 2002 Lexxion Publisher’s European State Aid Law Quarterly – EStAL serves as a forum for dialogue and deliberation on all issues related to State aid. On the occasion of our 15th anniversary special feature we have gathered our State aid family to reflect upon their joint journey together with our precious EStAL and of course our favourite topic State […]

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29. Mai 2017 | State Aid Uncovered von Phedon Nicolaides

The Art, Science and Law of Funding Services of General Economic Interest

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The compulsory nature of an assigned public mission makes the services covered by the mission different from those provided by market operators for profit. Introduction The justification of government intervention for the purpose of ensuring delivery of adequate services of general economic interest [SGEI] and the design of measures that compensate providers of SGEI can be very tricky. This […]

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23. Mai 2017 | State Aid Uncovered von Phedon Nicolaides

What Costs Are Charged by Public Authorities when they Act as Market Operators?

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Fees charged by operators to users of infrastructure must cover all relevant costs. The relevant costs are those which are causally linked to the agreements between users and operators. Introduction The rules in the Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union are neutral in their treatment of private or state-owned companies [Article 345 TFEU]. This means that companies cannot […]

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16. Mai 2017 | State Aid Uncovered von Phedon Nicolaides

Regional Investment Aid and Sale of Land

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A company that applies for State aid is considered to acquire a right to that aid when assurances it has received from the granting authority can be enforced in court. The price of land can be reduced by the cost that a new owner would expend to make the land usable. Introduction In decision SA.40448, the Commission assessed aid […]

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9. Mai 2017 | State Aid Uncovered von Phedon Nicolaides

Bank Resolution Has to Comply with State Aid Rules as well as the Banking Recovery and Resolution Directive

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Insurance funds contributed by banks become state resources if they are managed by public agencies. Sale of non-performing loans at market prices does not involve State aid. Introduction Since 1 January 2016, the resolution financial institutions in Europe has been subject to stricter rules. The institutions which are established in the Eurozone fall with the jurisdiction of the Single […]

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3. Mai 2017 | State Aid Uncovered von Phedon Nicolaides

Identification of the Reference Tax System: The Case of a Tax on Advertising Turnover

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Turnover taxes should be levied at a single rate. Introduction This is the fourth case involving turnover taxes that have been declared to be incompatible with the internal market [see Commission decision 2017/329].[1] A brief summary was published here on 13 December 2016 [http://stateaidhub.eu/blogs/stateaiduncovered/post/7697]. The reasoning of the Commission follows closely that of the other cases. However, what makes this case […]

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2. August 2016 | State Aid Uncovered von Phedon Nicolaides

State Aid Rules and Transfer Pricing

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Tax rulings on transfer pricing have to approximate market-based outcomes. Introduction Twenty years ago, the European Commission initiated discussion on how State aid rules could apply to direct taxation. In 1998 it adopted its Notice on direct business taxation. At about the same time the Commission launched several formal investigations which culminated in negative decisions. In 2013 and 2014, […]

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28. Juli 2016 | State Aid Uncovered von Lexxion Publisher

New Video: If you want to learn more about State aid issues…

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What is State aid? Why do I need to be concerned about State aid? These and many more basic questions will be answered in our videos on YouTube. Make sure to visit us! 7 weeks ago we started our new State aid journey on YouTube and thank you for viewing our videos, commenting and subscribing to our channel! Today […]

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26. Juli 2016 | State Aid Uncovered von Phedon Nicolaides

Compatible State Aid May Have Negative Effects on some Market Operators

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The existence of market failure is not necessary for aid to be declared compatible under Article 107(3). Market failure does not mean that the market is completely unable to supply a good or service. State aid aiming to remedy market failure may be compatible with the internal market even if it has a negative impact on some market operators. […]

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21. Juli 2016 | State Aid Uncovered von Lexxion Publisher

New Video: Which types of State aid are compatible with the internal market?

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What is State aid? Why do I need to be concerned about State aid? These and many more basic questions will be answered in our videos on YouTube. Make sure to visit us! Last week Phedon Nicolaides gave examples of „good aid“. Today he explains which types of State aid are compatible with the internal market, such as environmental aid, regional development […]

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18. Juli 2016 | State Aid Uncovered von Phedon Nicolaides

State Aid to Electricity Intensive Users

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The risk of relocation outside the EU is not accepted as a justification for the granting of State aid. Introduction The European Commission has had to assess many measures of State aid to producers of electricity from renewable energy sources [RES producers or “green” electricity producers] and to intensive users of electricity [EIUs]. The former have benefitted from investment […]

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14. Juli 2016 | State Aid Uncovered von Lexxion Publisher

New Video: When Is State Aid Allowed and What Is „Good Aid“?

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What is State aid? Why do I need to be concerned about State aid? These and many more basic questions will be answered in our videos on YouTube. Make sure to visit us! Last week Phedon Nicolaides gave „Practical Examples of State aid“, today he addresses the question „What type of aid is allowed?“. This aid is called „good aid“. […]

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12. Juli 2016 | State Aid Uncovered von Phedon Nicolaides

State Aid Modernisation: First Results

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There has been an impressive increase in the use of the General Block Exemption Regulation. However, Member States still notify measures which are acknowledged by the Commission with “comfort letters”. Introduction[1] In May 2012, the European Commission launched its State Aid Modernisation [SAM] initiative. After two years of consultations with the Member States, a set of new State aid […]

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7. Juli 2016 | State Aid Uncovered von Lexxion Publisher

New Video: Practical Examples of State Aid

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What is State aid? Why do I need to be concerned about State aid? These and many more basic questions will be answered in our videos on YouTube. Make sure to visit us! After answering the question “Who can grant State aid?” last week, Phedon Nicolaides today gives you some practical examples of State aid such as subsidies by public authorities, […]

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5. Juli 2016 | State Aid Uncovered von Phedon Nicolaides

PART II: Combining Infrastructure Aid with SGEI Aid

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After the spontaneous words on Brexit and State aid last week, I continue with the 2nd part of the post on infrastructure and SGEI today. A provider of services of general economic interest may receive both investment aid and compensation for the extra costs of public service obligations. Part II: SGEI[1] Member States are free to determine the services […]

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30. Juni 2016 | State Aid Uncovered von Lexxion Publisher

New Video: Who Can Grant State Aid?

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What is State aid? Why do I need to be concerned about State aid? These and many more basic questions will be answered in our videos on YouTube. Make sure to visit us! After answering the question “What is State aid?” in his last video, Phedon Nicolaides today speaks about “Who can grant State aid?”. Watch the video, comment and subscribe to […]

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