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The Scope of European Consumer Law
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Geraint Howells
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September 9, 2005
Abstract
This comment examines the need for and the proper scope of European consumer law as an element of European law that is separate from legislation concerned with obstacles to the internal market European contract law in general. In proposing the need to maintain a separate basis for European intervention in consumer matters, the essay examines the concept of a consumer in European law in the light of recent cases and legislative developments, the implications of the new policy of maximal harmonization as illustrated by the Unfair Commercial Practices Directive, and how the Treaties may need to be adjusted to ensure a high level of protection for consumers in Europe.
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Published Online: 2005-09-09
Published in Print: 2005-09-19
Walter de Gruyter GmbH & Co. KG
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Articles in the same Issue
- Editorial
- System and Principles of EC Contract Law
- A New Social Contract Law for Public Services? – Consequences from Regulation of Services of General Economic Interest in the EC
- Cases and Case Notes
- European Community Legislation and Actions
- The Scope of European Consumer Law
- France
- Other News
- Books Received and Book Reviews
