Building a European area of Justice. Updates from the European Commission's Justice and Consumers DG. RT, quotes from 3rd parties and links are not endorsements
Today, we're proposing to strengthen the Consumer Protection Cooperation (CPC) Regulation. 🤝
Faster action across borders, Commission able to fine in major EU-wide cases and stronger enforcement against non-EU traders.
🔗 https://t.co/2ZnIPUSksa
Today, the European Commission is proposing the #DigitalFairnessAct to make everyday digital life fairer! 📱
Less pressure to buy, clearer prices, easier cancellations and more control over your online experience.
Discover what we're proposing 👇
🔗 https://t.co/2ZnIPUSShI
Misogyny can fuel radicalisation and violence.
Today in Brussels, the EU Knowledge Hub brings together experts to explore how misogyny intersects with extremism and how to strengthen prevention.
Learn more about the EU Gender Equality Strategy ↓
ℹ️ https://t.co/YQJXoMNpZ3
Equality is lived every day — in care, work, science, at home, in politics & online.
With 63.4/100 in the 2025 #GenderEquality Index, we are progressing & accelerating the change.
Our Gender Equality Strategy steps up action across all areas of life.
ℹ️https://t.co/YQJXoMMS9v
All cosmetics sold in 🇪🇺should be safe.
But restricted or prohibited ingredients causing skin burns might still be found in some cosmetic products.
Be vigilant. If you have a bad experience with a product, report it via the Consumer Safety Gateway.
ℹ️https://t.co/7kIZKuuc77
Disability concerns us all.
Around 90 million persons live with a disability in the EU.
Anyone can face disability at some point in life. We’ve made progress but great challenges still remain. We’re scaling up action, committed to lead by example.
ℹ️https://t.co/OC4uhghITb
Markets are changing. Consumer protection must keep pace.
On 19 November, the European Consumer Summit 2026 brings together key stakeholders to discuss the future of consumer rights in Europe.
Join us in Dublin or online!
🔗Find out more: https://t.co/PGF9hVyYSR
ČHIB. Language. 💙💚❤️
Language carries identity, culture and history.
On World Day of Romani Language, we celebrate the richness of the Romani language and its importance to Roma communities across Europe.
ℹ️Learn more: https://t.co/XxpsMgmuBx
✅ Political ads should be transparent. And the rules should work.
Today, Commissioner Michael McGrath is discussing how to make EU political advertising rules:
🔹 Clearer
🔹 Easier to follow
🔹 More effective
Part of our work under the European Democracy Shield. 🗳️
Progress is real. But we cannot stop halfway. 🇪🇺
📈 More Roma in paid work
📚 More children in early education
🏠 Better housing conditions
Yet nearly half of Roma children still attend segregated schools, and 31% experience ethnic discrimination.
🔗 https://t.co/kQWyfDp6n7
The search for Europe's 2027 Capitals of Inclusion and Diversity is on!
🌆Cities, towns and regions of all sizes can apply.
🏆 Special award for combating racism.
Deadline: 26 February 2027, 12:00 CET.
🔗 Applications open: https://t.co/shlcZCyO87
An attack on journalists is an attack on democracy.
On #EndImpunity Day, we stand with journalists facing threats, intimidation & censorship.
Through the EMF Act and anti-SLAPP measures, the EU is acting to protect free press & independent journalism.
ℹ️https://t.co/DkBwYP6vtd
Four years of AccessibleEU!
🔹 6,000 experts
🔹 75,000+ attendees
🔹 400 events across Europe
On 24–25 November, join us in Madrid or online to explore how accessibility can strengthen Europe's competitiveness.
Registration is free.
ℹ️https://t.co/UD0KCIp3pi
€114 million to support civil society across the EU.
The new #CERV call is open for intermediary organisations helping civil society protect democracy, fundamental rights, equality and the rule of law.
📅 Apply by 24 February 2027.
ℹ️https://t.co/isuXxsS2yL
The European Capitals of Inclusion and Diversity Award is back for 2027!
Is your town, city or region making a difference?
Showcase your work and get EU-wide recognition!
📣 Applications open this autumn. Stay tuned!
ℹ️https://t.co/L1JBhTJn8y
Blindness should never be a barrier to full participation in society.
As #BlindnessAwarenessMonth ends, we are stepping up EU action for a more accessible Europe through our Disability Rights Strategy.
No barriers. Just equal access.
ℹ️https://t.co/OC4uhghITb
#DisabilityRights
In the EU, we have strong anti-discrimination laws.
So we need to enforce them. Anti-racism becomes real only when it is enforced.
🔗Our strategy: https://t.co/nIg90ueP59
Love moves freely. So do you, in the EU.
As an EU citizen, you have the right to move and live across EU countries, subject to certain conditions.
Your next date need not be in your city. Your next chapter does not even have to be in your country..
🔗 https://t.co/udcmvOPCMZ
The European flags outside the European Commission's seat in Brussels, are flying at half-mast, as a sign of European solidarity following the Spanish authorities’ decision to declare three days of national mourning after the train collision in Urda.
Europa llora con vosotros.
55% of young Europeans took action for social change last year, up 7 percentage points from 2024! 🗣️🇪🇺
Of those who took action:
🔹 36% focused on human rights
🔹 33% on equal rights
📊 More in the latest Youth and Democracy Eurobarometer! https://t.co/Se6cR9koTF