1. Where the collection of statements of support for a European citizens’ initiative (‘initiative’) was ongoing on 1 May 2021, the maximum collection period shall be extended for a period of 3 months in respect of that initiative.
2. Where the collection of statements of support for an initiative started between 1 May 2021 and the date of adoption of this Decision, the maximum collection period shall be extended until 1 August 2022 in respect of that initiative.