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Consumer protection 

Tuesday, 14 October 2008 

Data retention directive wins backing

Advocate-general accepts the view of most EU states that the directive is primarily a market issue.

Wednesday, 8 October 2008

Commission proposes stronger consumer rights

EU executive pushes for longer cooling-off periods, tougher delivery standards and for an end to hidden charges.

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Financial services 

Tuesday, 14 October 2008 

UK, Irish crisis plans approved

European Commission praises UK plan, forces Ireland to include non-Irish banks.

Monday, 13 October 2008

EU synchronises crisis moves

Eurozone states join the UK in outlining huge rescue plans for their banking systems.

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Industry

'Sin list' of EU chemicals published

Preliminary list finds that 15 chemicals used in the EU are ‘of very high concern'.

Monday, 13 October 2008

Friday, 10 October 2008

Energy package wrapped up

EU ministers tie up ‘unbundling' issue and the question of ownership by non-EU companies.

Wednesday, 8 October 2008

Ruling on graphite cartel upheld

European Court of First Instance leaves fines unchanged.

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Business

Banks pan ‘10% rule' You need an active subscription to read this article

European Parliament differs from most member states on capital adequacy proposal.

Thursday, 11 September 2008

Thursday, 11 September 2008

Shoe duties set to stay You need an active subscription to read this article

Commission likely to order review of anti-dumping duties imposed on Chinese and Vietnamese producers.

Thursday, 11 September 2008

Moody's attacks ‘unworkable' regime for ratings You need an active subscription to read this article

Agency warns of blow to credibility of EU ratings; regime could lead to government interference.

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