On the right track? European Commission proposes new right-to-repair legislation
Tracey Bischofberger, Claire Temple and Ed Turtle
The European Commission recently published its proposal for a new Directive on common rules promoting the repair of goods. In this blog we take a look at the proposals and why they matter for companies doing business in the EU.
New far-reaching ecodesign and energy labelling requirements for mobile phones and tablets – don’t miss your chance to provide feedback
Tracey Bischofberger , Emma Bichet and Selma Abdel Qader
The European Commission published two proposals seeking to introduce new ecodesign and energy labelling requirements for mobile phones and tablets. Feedback can be submitted until 28 September 2022.
What to expect from new EU rules on sustainable products due 30 March 2022
Edward Turtle and Tracey Bischofberger
Proposed new laws on sustainable products are coming in the EU to replace the existing ecodesign framework and introduce digital product passports and new transparency rules on destroying unsold consumer products. Below is our take on what to expect, based on the latest intelligence, under the proposals scheduled to be published on 30 March 2022.
Shaking up product liability in the EU: it’s consultation time for the PLD
Jamie Humphreys, Tracey Bischofberger and Tania Buckthorp
A public consultation was recently launched and is open until 10 January 2022. Learn more about some key updates being assessed in potential revision of the PLD.
Productwise 3-2-1
Tracey Bischofberger, Matt Howsare, Shawn N. Skolky and Claire Temple
Productwise 3-2-1, our monthly bite-sized digest of the current key issues in products law.
EU’s Artificial Intelligence Regulation – European Commission wants your feedback
The European Commission is seeking feedback on its proposed AI regulation. Read our blog below to find out more and how you can get involved.
UK government confirms plans to bring in mandatory cyber security requirements for connected consumer products
Last week the UK government confirmed plans to bring in new rules on the cyber security of connected consumer products. Read our blog below to find out more.
Productwise 3-2-1
Tracey Bischofberger, Matt Howsare and Claire Temple
Productwise 3-2-1, our monthly bite-sized digest of the current key issues in products law.
Charging ahead (part 2): last chance for feedback on plans to decouple the sale of consumer electronic devices and chargers
The opportunity to respond to the European Commission’s stakeholder survey on plans to decouple the sale of consumer electronic devices and chargers ends on 22 January 2021.