EU Proposal For Greater Fire Power For Consumer Law Regulators

Draft EU Regulation creates power for CCPC to suspend websites

The European Commission has recently proposed a reform of Regulation 2006/2004 on cooperation in consumer protection matters (the "Proposed Regulation"). The purpose of the Proposed Regulation is to ensure the adequate and efficient protection of consumers' rights across the EU by setting minimum regulatory powers and establishing a framework for cooperation between national consumer protection regulators. The proposal forms part of the Digital Single Market initiative, which recognises that EU-wide solutions are appropriate for consumer issues in a digital / online shopping age.

The Proposed Regulation could have far-reaching consequences, in particular for online businesses suspected of consumer protection law infringements.