Commission proposes new ECB powers for banking supervision as part of a banking union
12/09/2012
The Commission has presented proposals for a single European supervisory mechanism, a major step to a banking union. This new system, with the European Central Bank (ECB) at the core and involving national supervisors, will restore confidence in the supervision of all banks in the euro area. Commissioner Barnier said: "Banking supervision needs to become more effective in all European countries to make sure that single market rules are applied in a consistent manner. It will be the role of the ECB to make sure that banks in the euro area stick to sound financial practices. Our ultimate aim is to stop using taxpayers' money to bail out banks".
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