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Judgment of the Court in Case C-613/24 | Commission v Portugal (Special areas of conservation – Failure to comply with a judgment of the Court of Justice)
The Court of Justice of the European Union found that Portugal failed to comply with a previous judgment regarding the designation and protection of special areas of conservation under the Habitats Directive. Portugal is ordered to pay a lump sum of €10 million and a penalty payment of €41,250 per day until full compliance.
Court of Justice of the European Union
Date Added
23 June 2026 at 08:30:40
Why it matters
This ruling enforces compliance with EU environmental law, specifically the Habitats Directive, and imposes significant financial penalties for non-compliance, reinforcing the importance of timely and effective implementation of conservation measures.
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