Street Traders and the Bolkestein Directive: What Solutions?
2026-03-18T14:00:00+00:00
2026-03-18T16:00:00+00:00
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European Parliament
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MEP EVENT Street Traders and the Bolkestein Directive: What Solutions?📅 Date:Wednesday, 18 March 2026🕐 Time:15:00 – 17:00 CET📍 Location:Room ASP 3H1, European Parliament (Brussels)About the EventTwenty years after the entry into force of the Bolkestein Directive, this meeting will provide an important opportunity for discussion and in-depth reflection on the legislation applied to the street trading sector. The event will offer a moment of dialogue aimed at the full implementation of the Directive, while also promoting constructive cooperation between the stakeholders involved.Hosted by+Pina PICIERNOMEP Italy Vice-President of the European ParliamentS&D | PDPartito Democratico Pina PICIERNOCommitteesPETI EUDS LIBEDelegationsD-UA DEPA D-IL×Important This event is by invitation, and only registered participants will be admitted. Due to capacity constraints, all attendees must register, including those already holding a European Parliament access badge.
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