Empowering consumers for the green transition
TA-9-2024-0018 · P9_TA(2024)0018 · PE736.537
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Parliament adopted its first-reading position on a directive amending Directives 2005/29/EC and 2011/83/EU to protect consumers against unfair practices and improve information for the green transition.¶¶¶ The position corresponds to the final legislative act, Directive (EU) 2024/825, after an agreement between Parliament and Council.¶ Parliament calls on the Commission to refer the matter to it again if the proposal is replaced or substantially amended.¶
Key points
- Parliament adopts its position at first reading on the proposed directive amending Directives 2005/29/EC and 2011/83/EU.¶¶
- The directive aims to empower consumers for the green transition through better protection against unfair practices and better information.¶
- Parliament's position corresponds to the final legislative act, Directive (EU) 2024/825, following agreement with the Council.¶
- Parliament calls on the Commission to refer the matter to Parliament again if it replaces, substantially amends or intends to substantially amend its proposal.¶
Who is affected
Legal basis: Article 294(2) and Article 114 of the Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union¶