Summary
In Cases C-153/25, C-358/24 and C-533/24, AG Rantos opined that the temporary solidarity contribution under Council Regulation 2022/1854 validly rests on Article 122(1) TFEU and needed no unanimity. He found no breach of legal certainty, property rights, Article 110 TFEU or State aid rules. The opinion is not binding and the Court's judgment will follow.
What it means for you
Indian energy and refining groups with EU subsidiaries that paid the 2022-23 windfall levy should track the final judgment before pursuing refund claims.
This summary is general information, not legal advice. The outcome of any case depends on its facts; read the source and take advice before acting.
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