The Workshop intends to review the way in which exemption applications have been so far dealt with by National Regulatory Authorities and the European Commission, with particular focus on the way in which the conditions for exemptions have been interpreted and applied. On this basis, the Workshop also aims to reflect on the role that exemptions can play in promoting the integration of the IEM.

The Workshop will be divided into two sessions:
Session I will focus on a review of the available experience in exemptions.
Session II will be devoted to identifying the role of exemptions in promoting the integration of the IEM and, on this basis, the way in which the conditions for exemptions should be interpreted.