In addition to the amendments made to the basic regulation resulting from the experience gained in the implementation of the 2003 code of best practice, referring, for example, to the most recent data supplied, or to the principle of coherence, or even to the setting up of dialogue visits, the main innovation introduced in the text revolves around the formalisation of the Commission's (Eurostat's) power of investigation and, in particular, the possibility of organising in-depth monitoring visits in the Member States.
In addition to the amendments made to the basic regulation resulting from the experience gained in the implementation of the 2003 code of best practice, referring, for example, to the most recent data supplied, or to the principle of coherence, or even to the setting up of dialogue visits, the main innovation introduced in the text revolves around the formalisation of the Commission's (Eurostat's) power of investigation and, in particular, the possibility of organising in-depth monitoring visits in the Member States.