27^th February 2014 The latest version of the SMART overview table on SEPA transition period arrangements across the Eurozone can be found in the [SMART section]. A repository of official statements and documents issued by the different communities can be found [here], with translations available to EBA members and SMART participants.

23^rd January 2014 The EBA will run a Summer School on "Mobile, Electronic and Alternative Payments – Current Realities, Future Opportunities" from 1st to 3rd July 2014. Please [click here] for further information.

23^rd December 2013 The SEPA Migration Action Round Table (SMART) has published a bank user information guide providing best practice recommendations for SEPA Command Centres within a bank. The document explores key elements and considerations with regard to the organisational set-up of such a bank-internal support structure. It also contains information on how to engage with third parties in and across different countries. To download the guide, please click [here].

13^th December 2013 The SEPA Migration Action Round Table (SMART) has published a note providing recommendations with regard to the issuing, handling and validation of creditor identifiers. To download the note, please click [here].

28^th November 2013 Following the resignation of EBA Deputy Chairman Björn Flismark, SEB, the EBA Board today appointed Vincent Brennan, Bank of Ireland, as Interim Deputy Chairman until the next following EBA Annual General Meeting.