Article 10
Not later than 1 January 2005 the Commission shall submit to the Council a report, drawn up on the basis of an opinion from the Scientific Veterinary Committee, on the various systems of rearing laying hens, and in particular on those covered by this Directive, taking account both of pathological, zootechnical, physiological, and ethological aspects of the various systems and of their health and environmental impact. That report shall also be drawn up on the basis of a study of the socio-economic implications of the various systems and their effects on the Community's economic partners. In addition, it shall be accompanied by appropriate proposals taking into account the conclusions of the report and the outcome of the World Trade Organisation negotiations. The Council shall act by a qualified majority on these proposals within 12 months of their submission.