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October 15, 2026

EU Inc campaigners accuse lawmakers of ‘killing’ landmark reforms

Founders and investors warn months of negotiations have stripped the proposed pan-European company structure of its most important provisions

Martin Coulter

3 min read

Campaigners behind EU Inc have accused lawmakers of gutting plans for a landmark pan-European company structure, warning the proposed reforms have been reduced to little more than a fast-track incorporation scheme.

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Martin Coulter

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