EU Consumer Affairs

Planning a holiday & booking more than one travel service? The 🇪🇺 will protect you. New rules on Package Travel will strengthen your rights: ✔️ Stronger protection before, during & after your trip ❌ No-fee cancellations in case of extraordinary circumstances ...And more!

On 1 July, Ireland takes over the Presidency of the Council of the EU for the 8th time. In an uncertain world, our strength is reinforced when we stand together. In Ireland, the seanfhocal or proverb “Ní neart go cur le chéile” reminds us that we have “Strength with unity”.

🇮🇪 Welcome Ireland! Céad míle fáilte! Ireland will be at the centre of EU policy making for the next six months. From chairing meetings with EU ministers to driving the EU agenda forward, Ireland will handle multiple roles as a Presidency of the Council of the EU. Good luck! Ádh mór!

Today Ireland 🇮🇪 takes over the Presidency of the Council of the EU! Discover the full programme & priorities @Ireland2026eu ⬇️ 🔗irish-presidency.consilium.europa.eu

Did you know that the ECC-Net is working for consumers across borders? ✔️In 29 countries with more than 150 legal experts & insights drawn from over 150.000 cases each year. ✔️It helps consumers across 🇪🇺 in transforming real-time knowledge into stronger consumer protection.

The Digital Fairness Act aims to set clear and fair rules for online services and products, helping ensure your rights as a consumer are protected online, just as offline. No loopholes. No grey zones. What happens next? We're continuing to listen and refine our approach.

🔗Read more: link.europa.eu/fK938m

Planning a holiday & booking more than one travel service? The 🇪🇺 will protect you. New rules on Package Travel will strengthen your rights: ✔️ Stronger protection before, during & after your trip ❌ No-fee cancellations in case of extraordinary circumstances ...And more!

🌍 Happy European Day of Safe Travel Abroad! Keen on having an adventure outside the EU this summer? Make sure to check the travel advice of your EU country for information on your destination & how to prepare for a safe trip! More info: europa.eu/!7nGx9R

Everyone deserves to be seen. Everyone deserves to be safe. 🌈 On #IDAHOT, we stand against hate and discrimination. Because for too many, being themselves still means taking a risk. LGBTIQ+ Equality Strategy 2026–2030 ↓ link.europa.eu/dDRf4r #UnionOfEquality

Love should never have to hide 🌈. Ahead of #IDAHOT: be yourself, freely. 🔗 LGBTIQ+ Equality Strategy 2026–2030 ↓ link.europa.eu/dDRf4r #UnionOfEquality

Data powers scientific breakthroughs but processing personal data for research may raise complex challenges. The European Data Protection Board (EDPB) now offers clarity in its new Guidelines. Share feedback by 25 June 2026 👉 link.europa.eu/BGwmX8

‼️Last days to have your say! Interested in sharing your views on a potential review of the Shareholder Rights Directive? Help us reduce fragmentation in EU capital markets. ✍️Deadline: 6 May: link.europa.eu/nggFBH