Good laws are for me those which are workable and enforceable - Consumer confidence is central to our economies. The top priority in the past months has been food safety, consumer confidence has been badly shaken by a number of food scandals and we clearly needed a comprehensive and integrated strategy at EU level. We have suggested creating a European food authority with key functions for scientific risk assessment and risk communication. Consumers mistrust does not allow them to rep the benefits of greater choice, good service, and lower prices. This shows missed opportunities for European business and consumer alike.
Legal action is costly and time consuming.
But there are so many important subjects we can talk about. This is why I am so much looking forward to our discussion this morning. Consumer policy has a role to play in making a fairer society and a more successful economy. This implies that consumers can be heard. I am also here to listen.