Justice programme 2028-2034
With the European Parliament, which is preparing its first-reading position.
Last active 15 Jul 2026
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What this bill does
In plain terms: what it changes and who it affects.
This proposal funds EU action on judicial cooperation, judicial training, access to justice, rule of law, and digital justice from 2028 to 2034.
It affects people and businesses involved in cross-border legal matters, victims of crime, suspects and accused persons, children and vulnerable groups seeking justice. It also affects courts, prosecutors, prison and probation services, and civil society organisations working on access to justice.
- Creates a 2028-2034 Justice programme with an indicative EUR 798 million budget.
- Funds civil and criminal judicial cooperation, including cross-border recognition and enforcement of decisions.
- Supports training for judges, prosecutors, court staff, lawyers, notaries, prison staff and other justice professionals.
- Promotes non-discriminatory access to justice and digital tools for effective remedies and judicial cooperation.
- Takes effect
- It enters into force twentieth day after Official Journal publication and applies from 1 January 2028.
- Transitional law
- Actions begun under Regulation (EU) 2021/693 continue under that Regulation until closure, with transition assistance allowed.
- Regulation (EU) 2021/693 (32021R0693)
- entire act: repeals the entire regulation with effect from 1 January 2028
Latest update
15 Jul 2026The most recent development in this bill's progress.
1st reading – European Parliament → 1st reading – European Parliament
1st reading – European Parliament → 1st reading – European Parliament
Documents
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