Consumer protection

Consumer policy is a key element of the European Union's strategic objective of improving the quality of life of all its citizens. While fully backing this strategy, UEAPME has consistently asked for SME- adaptable measures in this framework.

Position Papers

• May 2007: UEAPME response to the Green Paper on the Review of the Consumer Acquis

• May 2003: UEAPME position paper on the Communication of the Commission "a more coherent contract law - Action Plan"

• September 2002: UEAPME Position Paper on the Communication from the Commission: "Follow-up Communication to the Green Paper on EU Consumer Protection"

• January 2000: UEAPME position paper on the Draft Directive replacing Council Directive 92/59/|EEC of 29 June 1992 on General Product Safety

• November 1999: UEAPME Position Paper on the "Green Paper on Liability for Defective Products"

Press releases

• 07/06/04: Political agreement on unfair commercial practices ignored SMEs needs, says UEAPME