Press releases

Energy ministers from national governments have agreed to push for a weak energy savings target in 2030, as part of a comprehensive reform of the EU’s energy market. This is despite energy efficiency being one of the most important ways to cut CO2 emissions and for consumers to save money.

Yesterday evening the EU institutions have provisionally sealed a deal which sets out how public authorities should increasingly work together to protect consumers from rogue traders, particularly in online cross-border situations

In reaction to reports that Volkswagen will offer an “extra guarantee” to affected car drivers, Monique Goyens, Director General of The European Consumer Organisation (BEUC), commented:

BEUC and its member organisations are calling today on European food companies and retailers1 to stop using cartoons when marketing nutrient-poor foods to young consumers. The consumer groups’ call applies to both advertising and packaging.