Part 2/8:
Removing Internal Trade Barriers
One of the foremost recommendations for improving the EU economy is the elimination of internal trade barriers within the European Single Market. The Single Market was established with the intention of promoting free movement of goods, services, people, and capital, thus creating a singular, competitive environment better than fragmented national markets.
Unfortunately, the Single Market has not reached its full potential. National restrictions on cross-border movement have grown, often due to rising public anxieties surrounding immigration. While these restrictions are often justified as temporary measures, many have become de facto permanent, stifling the intended benefits of the Single Market.