High common level of network and information security across the Union. NIS Directive

The European Parliament adopted, at second reading of the ordinary legislative procedure, a legislative resolution on the Council position at first reading with a view to the adoption of a directive of the European Parliament and of the Council concerning measures for a high common level of security of network and information systems across the Union.

In line with the recommendation made by the Committee on the Internal Market and Consumer Protection, Parliament adopted the Council position at first reading without amendment.

To recall, the proposed Directive seeks to achieve a high common level of security of networks and information systems within the European Union.