The European Commission Launches Public Consultations on the Future of EU Data Legislation
The European Commission Launches Public Consultations on the Future of EU Data Legislation Brussels, 9 July 2025 – The European Commission announced today that it has officially launched a set of public consultations aimed at evaluating and shaping the next phase of the European Union’s data legislative framework. The initiative focuses on three cornerstone instruments of the EU data strategy: Regulation on the Free Flow of Non-Personal Data Open Data Directive (ODD) Data Governance Act (DGA) These legislative acts have been fundamental in enabling data-driven innovation, enhancing the reuse of public sector information, and promoting trust and interoperability in data sharing across Member States. However, as the digital ecosystem evolves rapidly, the Commission is now seeking updated, evidence-based input from stakeholders to assess how these instruments are functioning and where improvements or recalibrations may be needed. ...