The consultation collected feedback firstly for the evaluation process in order to assess the current rules, and, secondly, to seek views on a possible extension of some of the principles of the Directive in light of market and technological developments, with the objective of contributing to the Digital Single Market Strategy.
The Commission will take account of the results of the public consultation in its work related to enhancing cross-border distribution of television and radio programmes online, and to ensuring wider access to content. This is part of the ongoing work on the modernisation of the EU copyright rules.