In this way, the ERG was replaced by a new regulatory body (BEREC) that would prioritise efficiency and transparency and ensure fair competition and greater consistency in regulating the telecom markets.

Its mission is to contribute to the development of the European internal market for electronic communications networks and services to ensure that it functions well for the benefit of consumers and businesses alike.

In 2018, the Telecoms Reform package was replaced by Directive (EU) 2018/1972 of the EP and of the Council of 11 December 2018, establishing the European Electronic Communications Code (‘the EECC’).

Currently, those countries are: *This designation is without prejudice to positions on status, and is in line with the UNSCR 1244/1999 and the ICJ Opinion on the Kosovo declaration of independence As an expert body, BEREC's overall tasks are to assist and advise the EU institutions and NRAs, on request or on its own initiative, in the electronic communications sector.

In accordance with the EECC,[10] BEREC is responsible for establishing and maintaining a database of the notifications transmitted to the relevant authorities.

Where relevant, and following Article 35 of the EECC,[10] BEREC participates in the Peer Review Forum for draft measures on selection procedures and, in accordance with Article 4 of the EECC,[10] participates on issues concerning its competence relating to market regulation and competition related to radio spectrum.

BEREC conducts analyses of potential transnational markets (Article 65 of the EECC[10] ) and transnational end-user demand (Article 66 of the EECC [10]), and it monitors, collects, and makes publicly available information on the Roaming Regulation, and reports on technical matters within its competence.

The Board of Regulators adopts the final Work Programme by 31 December of the preceding year and transmits it to the aforementioned EU institutions in accordance with the regulatory procedure.

It consists of the heads or nominated representatives of the NRAs with the primary responsibility for overseeing the day-to-day operation of the markets for electronic communications networks and services, and a high-representative of the EC.

[17] Usually, the BoR adopts documents such as reports, opinions or recommendations during one of the four ordinary plenary meetings held each year.

A majority of two-thirds is required, under specific circumstances mentioned in the BEREC Regulation,[6] when voting on the RoP or opinions and guidelines.

It is also open to the participation of regulatory authorities of third countries with primary responsibility in the field of electronic communications, for those who have entered into agreements with the Union to that effect.

Primarily, the CN ensures the coordination of the proposals to be considered by the BoR and the BEREC Office Management Board.

[21]  In addition, the BEREC Chair may set up ad hoc groups to deal with time-specific tasks not foreseen in the annual Work Programme and which do not fall under the remit of any existing WG.

[22] The mission of the BEREC Office is to ensure the consistent implementation of the European regulatory framework for electronic communications.

Under the Telecoms Reform Package[24] in 2009, a supranational Office with expert staff was set up[24] to provide BEREC with professional and administrative support.

[6] On 31 May 2010, Representatives of the Governments of the Member States agreed on the decision that the BEREC Office shall have its seat in Riga, Latvia.

[25]  In October the following year, BEREC Office has been inaugurated in full operational capacity in its permanent location in Riga.

On 21 December 2020, in accordance with the provisions of Article 47 of the Regulation (EU) 2018/1971,[6] the BEREC Office and the Government of the Republic of Latvia signed a new Headquarters Agreement.

Additionally, multiple activities and events are held regularly and on an annual basis to inform citizens on the presence of the BEREC Office in the host country, its work, career opportunities and to share and promote the values of the European Union.

[6] It provides general guidance on activities, taking into account the opinion of the EC, and it must ensure the adoption of the SPD.

In addition to responsibility for the administrative management, the Director is in charge of the implementation of the BEREC Office tasks and ensures that it is functioning in accordance with the establishing regulation.

In addition, the Agency also makes use of Seconded National Experts (SNEs), Interim workers, and also has a Traineeship Programme.