BEREC Contact Network: Preparing for Upcoming Regulatory Events in Croatia

• The 3rd BEREC Contact Network meeting for 2026 will take place on September 10-11 in Tirana, Albania.
• The meeting aims to prepare the 68th ordinary plenary meetings of the BEREC Board of Regulators (BoR) and the BEREC Office Management Board (MB).
• Lawyers should monitor updates from the meeting as changes to regulatory frameworks may impact operators' compliance obligations.

The meeting's objective is to facilitate coordination and planning for these upcoming events.

The third meeting of the BEREC Contact Network (CN) for 2026 is scheduled to take place on September 10-11 in Tirana, Albania. This gathering aims to prepare the 68th ordinary plenary meetings of the BEREC Board of Regulators (BoR) and the BEREC Office Management Board (MB), which will occur on October 1-2 in Croatia. The meeting's objective is to facilitate coordination and planning for these upcoming events.

The registration process involves acknowledging the use of personal data as stated in the BEREC Office Privacy Statement, which is essential for organizing the meeting.

BEREC (Body of European Regulators for Electronic Communications) plays a crucial role in shaping regulatory policies and guidelines for electronic communications within the EU. The Contact Network serves as an advisory body to BEREC, providing input on key issues affecting the sector. The upcoming meeting is expected to discuss updates on regulatory developments, which may have significant implications for operators' compliance obligations.

The BEREC Office Management Board (MB) oversees the administrative and financial aspects of BEREC's activities, while the Board of Regulators (BoR) focuses on strategic decision-making and policy development. The coordination between these bodies is essential to ensure effective regulation and implementation of EU policies.

Lawyers specializing in telecommunications law should closely monitor updates from the BEREC Contact Network meeting, as changes to regulatory frameworks may impact operators' compliance obligations. The meeting's discussions on regulatory developments will likely have far-reaching consequences for the sector, making it essential for legal professionals to stay informed.

The EU telecoms sector is subject to evolving regulations, and lawyers must be aware of these changes to provide accurate guidance to their clients. By staying up-to-date with BEREC's activities, lawyers can ensure that operators remain compliant with regulatory requirements, minimizing the risk of non-compliance and associated penalties.

Lawyers should watch for updates on regulatory developments in the EU telecoms sector, as changes to BEREC's contact network and board meetings may impact compliance obligations for operators.

Source: Original reporting via BEREC external workshop on understanding digital technologies' sufficiency for greener networks and ICTs