External advisers deliver key report on EU Commission restructuring
Ursula von der Leyen’s push to overhaul the European Commission advanced on October 26, 2026, when a high-level external group led by former Secretary-General Catherine Day submitted its final assessment. The report, which concludes the first phase of a large-scale review, offers nine recommendations to improve efficiency and agility. While the findings suggest a move away from siloed departments, major structural decisions remain pending as the report feeds into a wider review overseen by Commissioner Piotr Serafin, who is due to present final proposals by the end of 2026.