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In implementing the measures referred to in paragraph 1, Member States shall take account of: the importance of ensuring continuity of electricity supplies; the importance of a transparent and stable regulatory framework; the internal market and the possibilities for cross-border cooperation in relation to security of electricity supply; the need for regular maintenance and, where necessary, renewal of the transmission and distribution networks to maintain the performance of the network; the importance of ensuring proper implementation of Directive 2001/77/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of 27 September 2001 on the promotion of electricity produced from renewable energy sources in the internal electricity market OJ L 283, 27.10.2001, p. 33. Directive as amended by the 2003 Act of Accession. and Directive 2004/8/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of 11 February 2004 on the promotion of cogeneration based on a useful heat demand in the internal energy market OJ L 52, 21.2.2004, p. 50. , insofar as their provisions are related to security of electricity supply; the need to ensure sufficient transmission and generation reserve capacity for stable operation; and the importance of encouraging the establishment of liquid wholesale markets.

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