Strengthening ECHA: “We are closely following the MFF negotiations” (Sharon McGuinness)

“ECHA remains in a period of significant change and modernisation. The new basic regulation is a unique opportunity to strengthen ECHA. [...] But new responsibilities and capacity will need constant balancing and prioritisation in the future, and we are obviously following the negotiations on the MFF quite closely,” said Sharon McGuinness, Executive Director of the Agency, on 4 November 2026.

The ENVI Committee invited her to an annual exchange of views, part of the regular dialogue between Parliament and ECHA, focusing on the Agency’s ongoing work, current priorities, and challenges related to chemical safety.

“In recent years, the Union has continuously entrusted ECHA with new tasks, several already in implementation,” she says.

ECHA will focus on the review of governance as well as…