GoKawiilEU 'right to repair' rules take effect, covering phones and appliances
New EU regulations now require manufacturers to repair certain household and electronic products, such as washing machines, vacuum cleaners, mobile phones and tablets, even after the standard warranty expires. The rules mandate reasonable pricing and timeframes for repairs, access to spare parts, and the creation of national repair directories like Ireland's RepairMyStuff.ie to help consumers find services.
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The measure targets the roughly 35 million tonnes of waste generated annually across the EU from goods discarded too soon, pushing a shift toward a more circular economy. It also creates a legal lever for consumers against planned obsolescence and could open new business opportunities in repair and refurbishment sectors, with the European Commission projecting €4.8 billion in added growth and investment.
- Manufacturers must now repair specified products even after the guarantee period ends
- National repair platforms, like Ireland's RepairMyStuff.ie, will help consumers find services
- The EU expects the rules to cut waste and generate €4.8 billion in economic activity
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