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1. In order to improve the labour market statistics on businesses or to limit the administrative and financial burden on enterprises, in particular SMEs and micro-enterprises, the Commission (Eurostat) may initiate feasibility and pilot studies. The purpose of such studies shall include at least one of the following elements:

(a) improving the quality and comparability of data;

(b) exploring new possibilities and implementing new features to respond to user needs, including in particular to provide data on social enterprises;

(c) improving integration between surveys and other data sources;

(d) reducing the burden on respondents;

(e) improving the cost-effectiveness of data collection;

(f) ensuring feasibility of the matters covered by the delegated and implementing acts. The studies referred to in the first subparagraph shall take into account technological and digital developments.

2. Member States may participate in those studies on a voluntary basis. In cooperation with the Commission (Eurostat), they shall ensure the studies are representative at Union level.

3. The results of those studies shall be evaluated by the Commission (Eurostat) in cooperation with Member States and the main stakeholders, including social partners. The Commission (Eurostat) shall prepare reports on the findings of the studies, including the possible future use of the results, in cooperation with the Member States. Those reports shall be made publicly available.