The Commission takes the view that the common position reflects overall the key elements of its initial proposal and of the amendments of the European Parliament as set out in its amended proposal. With regard to the provision of services, the Commission regrets that the common position does not further facilitate the conditions imposed on the service provider, but accepts the principle of control by the host Member State. The Commission finds that in view of the current level of administrative cooperation between the Member States, the common position strikes an acceptable balance between making the provision of services easier and enabling the host Member State to verify the services provided on its territory. The Commission therefore supports the common position adopted by the Council by qualified
majority.