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Workshop on accessibility of electronic communications services

arrow_right_alt BEREC workshop addressing accessibility standards for electronic communications services
arrow_right_alt Hybrid event format allowing both in-person participation in Brussels and online attendance
arrow_right_alt Registration deadline set for May 29, 2026 with open call for participants

arrow_right_alt BEREC is amending roaming benchmark data collection procedures following RLAH expansion to Ukraine and Moldova
arrow_right_alt Stakeholders have until April 20, 2026 to submit feedback via EU Survey
arrow_right_alt Updated templates will be consulted with operators by end of May 2026 before finalization

arrow_right_alt BEREC welcomes the DNA's modernization ambitions but warns that centralized enforcement mechanisms like the Single Passport could increase complexity and administrative burden without clear benefits.
arrow_right_alt Proposed spectrum management changes treating spectrum as an EU resource raise concerns about market contestability, particularly unlimited license duration and automatic renewals favoring existing holders.
arrow_right_alt Treating numbering resources as a common Union asset requires further clarification on EU-wide numbering plans and pan-European ranges, with additional analysis needed on operational impacts.

arrow_right_alt BEREC Stakeholder Forum on March 31, 2026 will outline regulatory priorities for 2027 aligned with the BEREC Strategy 2026-2030.
arrow_right_alt Key institutional panel will discuss the Digital Networks Act and Europe's evolving digital policy landscape with European Commission and Council representatives.
arrow_right_alt Industry panel will explore future networks, AI-native services, and market dynamics with leading telecommunications and technology players.

arrow_right_alt BEREC Contact Network is accepting new member applications through an online registration form
arrow_right_alt Required information includes organization details, personal identification, email, and telephone contact
arrow_right_alt Application period extends from January through December 2026

arrow_right_alt BEREC is accepting stakeholder input for its 2027 Work Programme with a deadline of April 15, 2026, with the draft to be published in October 2026.
arrow_right_alt Roaming guidelines are being updated to extend Roam Like At Home coverage to Ukraine and Moldova, reflecting European digital integration.
arrow_right_alt A new fact-finding report benchmarks Europe's digital connectivity, pricing, and competitiveness against major global economies.

arrow_right_alt BEREC Strategy 2026-2030 provides mission-driven roadmap for regulating digital infrastructures and services across Europe.
arrow_right_alt Five high-level priorities focus on connectivity, competition, user empowerment, sustainability, and organizational agility.
arrow_right_alt Emphasis on stakeholder engagement through public consultations, workshops, and annual forums to ensure transparent dialogue.

arrow_right_alt BEREC expanded the Roam-Like-At-Home area to include Ukraine and Moldova effective January 1, 2026, requiring updated guidelines.
arrow_right_alt The revised Retail Roaming Guidelines complement EU roaming regulations and wholesale roaming access guidelines for consistent application across member states.
arrow_right_alt Public consultation deadline is April 17, 2026, with contributions to be published alongside a summary respecting confidentiality requests.

arrow_right_alt BEREC expanded the Roam-Like-At-Home area to include Ukraine and Moldova effective January 1, 2026, enabling users to make calls, send texts, and use data without additional charges.
arrow_right_alt The revised Wholesale Roaming Guidelines replace the 2022 version and address wholesale roaming access obligations for mobile network operators.
arrow_right_alt Public consultation deadline is April 17, 2026, with contributions to be submitted to GL-ROAMING@DISTRO.BEREC.EUROPA.EU.

arrow_right_alt BEREC's report benchmarks EU telecom sector against USA, China, Canada, Australia, South Korea, Japan, and UK across connectivity, pricing, and performance metrics.
arrow_right_alt EU demonstrates competitive strength in pricing and value for money compared to USA and South Korea, with comparable costs to Japan.
arrow_right_alt EU networks show mixed performance: trailing on download speeds but leading in latency, with considerable variance among member states.