EDRi Blasts Europol Power Grab in EU Consultation

European Digital Rights (EDRi) and its coalition partners from Resist Europol have submitted a critical response to the European Commission’s recent call for evidence on potential reforms to Europol’s mandate. In their submission, EDRi blasts Europol power, warning that expanding the agency’s authority could threaten fundamental rights and digital freedoms across the European Union.

The consultation, launched by the Commission, seeks public input on whether and how to revise Europol’s legal framework. EDRi and its allies argue that past expansions of Europol’s powers lacked sufficient oversight and transparency, raising concerns over unchecked surveillance and data practices.

Reinforcing its position, EDRi blasts Europol power again in the response, emphasizing that democratic safeguards must guide any future regulatory changes. The Resist Europol coalition remains committed to defending civil liberties against what it sees as an overreach by law enforcement agencies.

To read the full official response, visit the following link:

Consultation response to the European Commission’s call for evidence on a new Europol regulation