consumers

Consumers around the world have rights, but also duties. The recognition of these rights is carried out in the 1960s by Consumers International, former International Organization of Consumers Unions. In 1983, Consumers International provides that March 15 will now be … Read More

In the common sense, the consumer is a broad term. It generally means all acts done by a private person about a good or service from its purchase to its ultimate use. And in order to best meet its needs … Read More

Despite the high level of consumer protection already achieved in the EU, the situation on the ground for EU consumers can still be improved. A number of new challenges have emerged, in particular as a result of new developments in … Read More

Gambling with the futures Socialist Worker Online, IL One obvious one is the rising price of oil, which is increasing transportation and other costs for agricultural products. Another is profiteering on the … The energy crisis: Only bold steps will … Read More

Preparing Europe’s digital future i2010 Mid-Term Review {SEC(2008) 470} INTRODUCTION Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs) continue to be a major driver of economic and social modernisation. Today, businesses in the EU devote 20% of investment to ICTs, and the sector … Read More