IR training will be a lot easier (in terms of establishment issues) under EASA, with the FTO/RF distinction disappearing.
Not exactly - the distinction will in reality continue to exist, albeit under different names. CPL/IR/FI courses will still require a 3-6 month approval process, annual audits by Approvals Support staff, and a standard FTO setup will in practice be required to get the approval. Existing RFs will have to adopt a Quality Manual, Ops Manual, and essentially put their SOPs in writing as well as declaring who their instructing staff are.
It's actually not a bad thing for the industry when it comes to upgrading standards - EASA essentially want schools to maintain consistency and quality, a slightly odd concept to some in the industry!