Kamila Kloc, the European Commission’s director responsible for the digital decade and connectivity, emphasised the need for a shift in the role of the Body of European Regulators for Electronic Communications (BEREC). This transformation is deemed necessary due to the expanding regulatory duties undertaken by its members in increasingly complex ecosystems.
The EU telecom sector faces a dilemma between stringent regulations and the necessity to invest in infrastructure, according to incumbent operators. However, consumer groups and competitors warn against deregulation, fearing negative impacts on small businesses and higher consumer prices.