date:Jul 07, 2014
ly use safeguard clauses to ban cultivation based on risk.
Second, by linking the so-called step 1 (the pre-authorisation geographical scope restriction) and step 2 (the post-authorisation opt-out), and setting clear timelines, the text provides necessary predictability for all actors.
Third, if a Member State initiates step 1 - a restriction of scope request - the Commission will present this request to facilitate the procedure. If the applicant doesnt react to the request, it equals agreement.