50That interpretation is borne out by the examination of the objectives pursued by Directive 2003/96. It is apparent from recitals 9 and 11 of that directive that it seeks to give Member States the flexibility necessary to define and implement policies appropriate to their national circumstances and the arrangements made in connection with the implementation of that directive are a matter for each Member State to decide.
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