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The European Semester

The European Semester provides a framework for the coordination of economic policies across the European Union. It allows EU countries to discuss their economic and budget plans and monitor progress at specific times throughout the year.

"Until 31 December 2020, and in line with the provision of the withdrawal agreement on the transition period, the UK remained part of the European Semester analysis".

The European Semester timeline

European Semester 2021 – an exceptional cycle
Autumn Package
Winter Package
National reform programmes and stability or convergence programmes
Spring Package
Putting recommendations into practice

The framework

The European Semester goals
Macroeconomic Imbalances Procedure
Stability and Growth Pact
The European Semester explained

The European Semester in your country

European Semester documents for all EU Member States

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