Information as an element of consumer safety in the European Union
Information as an element of consumer safety in the European Union

Summary/Abstract: he article seeks to present information as a key aspect of consumer safety within the EuropeanUnion. It examines consumer information safety as an ongoing objective in the consumer policyprogrammes of both the European Economic Community and the European Union. The conceptof protecting consumer information in the European Union was realised through a range oflegal and organisational measures, including consumer legislation along with informational andeducational initiatives by consumer protection bodies. The necessity to guarantee consumerinformation safety arose from the significant power imbalance between professionals andconsumers. It was essential for buyers to have sufficient knowledge of contract terms, produ

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