CNUE General Assembly – Brussels, 21 March 2025

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On 21 March, the Council of the Notariats of the European Union (CNUE) held its General Assembly under the presidency of Cosita Delvaux. The meeting brought together representatives from the 22 member notariats to discuss key legislative and policy developments at the European level.

European Commission’s 2025 Work Programme
A central topic of discussion was the European Commission’s 2025 Work Programme, with particular attention given to initiatives impacting company law, digitalisation, and justice cooperation. The CNUE is closely monitoring several upcoming projects, including the proposed “28th regime” in company law, the European Business Wallet, and the broader fitness check of digital policies. These initiatives will play a crucial role in shaping the regulatory landscape for notaries across Europe.

High-Level Forum on Justice for Growth
The General Assembly also addressed the new High-Level Forum on Justice for Growth, launched by the European Commission in collaboration with the Polish Presidency of the Council. This initiative aims to define the EU’s future strategy for justice in support of economic growth and competitiveness. The CNUE will actively contribute to these discussions to ensure that the role of notaries in facilitating legal certainty and cross-border transactions is well recognised.

Strengthening Notarial Training in Europe
In parallel, the CNUE reaffirmed its commitment to the continuous training of notaries across Europe. A new training programme for the period 2026-2027 is currently being developed and will be submitted for co-funding to the European Commission. If approved, this initiative will provide notaries with essential tools to navigate the evolving legal, digital, and cross-border challenges.