EU consumers will soon be able to defend their rights collectively

 European Parliament News, Nov 24, 2020

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Parliament today endorsed a new law that will allow groups of consumers to join forces and launch collective action in the EU.

The new rules introduce a harmonised model for representative action in all member states that guarantees consumers are well protected against mass harm, while ensuring appropriate safeguards to avoid abusive lawsuits.

All member states must put in place at least one effective procedural mechanism that allows qualified entities (e.g. consumer organisations or public bodies) to bring lawsuits to court for the purpose of injunction (ceasing or prohibiting) or redress (compensation). This legislation aims to improve the functioning of the internal market by stopping illegal practices and facilitating access to justice for consumers.

More rights for consumers and safeguards for traders

In full: https://www.europarl.europa.eu/news/en/press-room/20201120IPR92116/eu-consumers-will-soon-be-able-to-defend-their-rights-collectively

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