1. The Agency shall submit a statement of defence within 1 month following the date of notification of the appeal.
2. In cases where the interlocutory revision in Article 13 is applicable, a statement of defence may be submitted for points 2(c) and (d). The reasons provided in point (b) shall act as a statement of defence.
3. The statement of defence shall contain reasons and provide all supporting documents.
4. Where the Agency fails to submit a statement of defence the proceedings shall continue without it.
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CitationArticle 14 of Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2018/867 (LawPlayer, data as of 2026-07-04)