News
03 February 2012
There is approximately 1,500 Irish patients who have been implanted with faulty PIP implants. French Health Products Safety Agency (AFSSAPS ) recalled the product from the market because of the increase in reports of ruptures with the product because the silicone gel used in the PIP implants was not of a medical grade increasing the chance of the implant tearing .
03 February 2012
The Hungarian national airline, Malev, has grounded all flights after 66 years of operations due to significant debts almost a month after the EU said it must pay back millions of euro of state aid received between 2007 and 2010.
02 February 2012
A case involving the interpretation of Regulation 261/2004 on air passenger rights has been referred to the ECJ
22 December 2011
The European Commission has just launched a public consultation on air passenger rights.
21 December 2011
With Christmas just around the corner, many of us are buying toys as gifts for our children. December’s eBulletin tells you how to ensure that the toys you buy are safe. Our Consumer Query of the Month discusses what to do with a potentially dangerous toy, while our Success Story deals with travel insurance. December’s Consumer Survey is available on our website at www.eccireland.ie and this month asks whether safety is a consideration for you when buying toys.
20 December 2011
