The group-level resolution authority, together with subsidiaries’ resolution authorities and after consulting the supervisory college and authorities of jurisdictions hosting significant branches, shall assess resolvability under Article 16 and seek a joint decision on measures under Article 17(4) for group entities. The group-level authority, with the consolidating supervisor, must prepare a consulted report to the Union parent, subsidiary resolution authorities and jurisdictions with significant branches, analyse substantive impediments to resolution tools and powers, consider business-model impact and recommend proportionate, targeted measures; where impediments arise from an entity situation under Article 17(3) it must notify the Union parent after consultation.

The Union parent has four months to submit observations and alternative measures (two weeks where Article 17(3) applies). The group-level authority shall communicate proposals and the resolution college must reach a joint decision within specified periods (four months; one month if no observations; two weeks for Article 17(3)). In the absence of a joint decision, the group-level authority or relevant resolution authorities shall adopt fully reasoned measures, taking account of others’ views. EBA may assist or decide under Regulation (EU) No 1093/2010; decisions are conclusive and must be applied by other resolution authorities.