Activities of Malcolm HARBOUR related to 2011/2083(INI)
Shadow reports (1)
REPORT on modernisation of customs PDF (254 KB) DOC (171 KB)
Amendments (9)
Amendment 11 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph -1 (new)
Paragraph -1 (new)
-1. Considers that the Community Customs Code which was adopted in 2008 was highly ambitious in terms of deadlines and takes the view that the new proposal must truly aim at enhancing the current situation bringing clear added value for EU operators and SMEs in particular;
Amendment 14 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 1
Paragraph 1
1. Is convinced that modernisation of customs should be a high political priority, as with a budget to match this ambition, as a future proof policy on customs is essential in contributing to global EU economic competitiveness as well as safety and security; stresses the fact that a well functioning customs policy plays a key role in combating the illegal entry of goods and counterfeit products into the EUSingle Market and therefore enhances safety and security for European consumers;
Amendment 30 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 4
Paragraph 4
4. Believes, however, that given the limited resources of SMEs, the implementation of the new customs procedures and considerable investments to implement e- customs requirements have to be reasonable and insistsconcentrate on alleviating bureaucracy and costs; insists in this regard, on their assessment in the context of their impact on SMEs;
Amendment 33 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 5
Paragraph 5
5. Considers that customs controls should primarily target high-risk consignments, whereas low-risk consignments should be speedily released for free circulation; emphasises in that regard the crucial role of risk management techniques and strongly supports the introduction and further modernisation of electronic customs clearance systems; considers that effective risk management is dependent upon collection and exchange of high-quality information and its proper assessment;
Amendment 41 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 9
Paragraph 9
9. Highlights the need for trade to have access to proper specifications by the Member States well in advance as they need time to develop and implement their IT applications; stresses in this regard, that the technical and financial capabilities of national administrations and economic operators in deploying new systems must be taken into account in setting the new deadline for the application of the MCC;
Amendment 50 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 11
Paragraph 11
11. Recognises that the postponement of the application of the MCC is appropriate; suggests, however, that the Commission explore possibilities of introducing gradual application of certain provisions of the MCC as soon asif at all feasible;
Amendment 55 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 13
Paragraph 13
13. Calls on the Member States to fully commit themselves to this concept, as only truly harmonised customs rules, information exchange systems and data formats can ensure the successful implementation of the centralised clearance concept; is concerned about slow developments in the process of simplification of VAT rules, which is crucial for a truly centralised clearance system; stresses the need for increased cooperation and exchange of best practices with respect to the collection of VAT on imported goods as existing differences can distort trade;
Amendment 62 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 15
Paragraph 15
15. Calls on the Commission and the Member States to consider additional benefits thatconcrete benefits, such as significant reductions in administrative burdens or costs, which could be granted to traders holding AEO certificates and which would encourage businesses to apply;
Amendment 105 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 30
Paragraph 30