1. Where application of this Regulation to the national statistical system of a Member State necessitates major adaptations and is likely to cause significant practical problems, the Commission may, in accordance with the management procedure referred to in Article 9(2), grant a derogation from its application until 31 December 2010 or until 31 December 2011.
2. To this end, a Member State shall present a duly motivated request to the Commission not later than 31 July 2009.