Prospects 2022
Europe
UK economy
The economy should return to pre-pandemic activity levels in the coming months, but structural issues will drag growth
Euro-area
The recovery should continue at a fast pace next year if inflation proves to be transitory and COVID-19 remains stable
Central-Eastern Europe
Tensions with Brussels will continue over EU-11 rule of law and human rights and Western Balkan integration will stall
EU
Negotiations over fiscal reform and tackling Poland’s rule of law agenda are among the main issues facing the EU in 2022
