News and information about the European Union’s policies for small and medium-sized businesses.
With less than two months before the first provisions of the EU’s Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) start to apply, Europe’s retail and wholesale sector is raising urgent concerns about gaps in guidance and the practical feasibility of implementation.
Retailers and wholesalers across Europe have called for concrete action on competitiveness, for a levelling of the playing field and for more effective and efficient enforcement of EU rules to…
In 2023, the European B2C e-commerce sector experienced a modest growth of 3%, up from 2% in 2022, with nominal turnover increasing from €864 billion to €887 billion, and inflation…
The European Commission published its long-awaited report on the fitness check of EU consumer law on digital fairness on 4 October. The report evaluates whether EU consumer law is fit…
EU rules and activity in the area of company law and corporate governance, including the EU’s action plan on company law and corporate governance
Doing business in the European Union offers many opportunities but it is essential to keep on top of EU rules and regulations. Here is a summary of key aspects
The EU Commission has published a set of frequently asked questions designed to support stakeholders in implementing the EU’s corporate sustainability reporting rules.
