Tag: Enforcement
English Court of Appeal checks its privilege; decides it still applies
A recent decision by the English courts has confirmed that litigation privilege is available for criminal investigations
Collective re-dress: all talk and now trousers
Jamie Humphreys, Edward Turtle and Monica Mylordou
Product manufacturers risk a significant increase in European-style “class actions” if proposals to amend the draft “New Deal for Consumers” are adopted.
EU parliament committee votes on Goods Package
The Goods Package moves another step forward in the legislative process.
UK Product Safety Regulator publishes detailed strategy for the future – opportunities and challenges for innovative companies
Rod Freeman and Jamie Humphreys
OPSS sets out key objectives for ensuring product safety in the UK
Drone Transmitters in US FCC’s Sights – $2.8 Million Fine May Be Just the Start
FCC fines seller of drone transmitters.
US FCC Slaps $590K Fine on Consumer Products Company, Says It Should Have Been Higher
FCC fines products manufacturer.
New Deal for Consumers; Raw Deal for Businesses?
European Commission proposes consumer rights of collective redress, more transparency online and strong sanctions linked to annual turnover.
New UK market surveillance database
The database forms part of preparations for Brexit.
Rapid Alert; steady growth
European Commission’s Rapid Alert System for Dangerous Products sees growth in alerts and follow-up actions.
Code of Practice for Product Recalls Published by UK Office for Product Safety
Rod Freeman and Jamie Humphreys
The Code provides detailed guidance for business and regulators on product safety recalls and corrective actions.