The parliamentary committee on social affairs has discussed with the EU commissioner for consumers the latest developments in legislation being drawn up to better safeguard consumer rights throughout Europe.

Committee members made the point that unnecessary regulations could hinder the operation of small and medium enterprises and the two sides agreed on the need to give priority to consumers’ health and safety.

Commissioner Meglena Kuneva said she was visiting European countries to be informed by all stakeholders so as to have a clear picture of the situation, which would lead to a comprehensive policy.