Best Practices in Article 101 and 102 Proceedings: Some Suggestions for Improved Transparency

DG Competition has recently published three draft guidance papers setting out best practices for antitrust proceedings. The aim is to enhance transparency and predictability in the Commission’s proceedings, while ensuring the efficiency of investigations into suspected competition law violations. This article focuses on the Commission’s Best Practices on the conduct of proceedings concerning Articles 101 and 102 TFEU (the Best Practices) and considers pot