The conditions on the 12-day rule were put forward by the European Parliament after reaching agreement with the social partners. The report was adopted with 587 votes in favor 54 against and 6 abstentions.
MEPs point out that the aim of the legislation, among others, is to encourage coach tours specifically for tourists on low incomes and promote tourism in the regions there is a need to re-introduce the 12-day rule for round trips by coach. Parliament made it clear that in the case of driving that takes place during
the entire period from 22:00-06:00, the vehicle shall be double manned throughout or the driving period. MEPS also said that Member States might refrain from applying the authorisation procedure to crossborder regular services not extending more than 50 km beyond the border. They should inform the Commission and neighbouring countries thereof.
