EC intensifies preparedness work and outlines contingency action plan in event of a no deal Brexit - Press release

Below are some key takeaways from the European Commission's press releases titled "Brexit: European Commission intensifies preparedness work and outlines contingency action plan in the event of a no deal scenario with the UK."

• First, the Commission has published a Communication, which outlines a limited number of contingency actions in priority areas that could be implemented if no agreement is reached with the United Kingdom.
• Secondly, the College of Commissioners has adopted two legislative proposals to amend existing EU law in the area of visas and energy efficiency to take account of the UK's withdrawal.
• Thirdly, a notice has been published providing extensive information on the changes that will occur – in the event of no deal – for persons travelling between the EU and the UK, and vice versa, after 29 March 2019, or for businesses providing services in relation to such travel.