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— last modified 25 August 2006 The audiovisual sector provides one million jobs in the European Union. It involves big commercial interests and issues of cultural diversity, public service and…

— last modified 25 August 2006 Primary legislation includes the European Union Treaties as well as other agreements which have similar status. Secondary legislation is based on the Treaties, and…

— last modified 24 August 2006 While modern and often successful, European business and industry knows it cannot afford to rest on their laurels. It is a constant challenge to…

— last modified 24 August 2006 We take energy for granted. Fuel shortages and power cuts are rare but timely reminders that we rely on energy for transport, for heating…

— last modified 25 November 2010 The opportunities which the EU offers its citizens for living, studying and working in other countries make a major contribution to cross-cultural understanding, personal…

— last modified 24 August 2006 More and better jobs and equal opportunities are the watchwords of European employment and social policy. A function of the European Commission is to…

— last modified 24 August 2006 Consumers in the European Union now have a number of common basic rights if they shop across EU borders.AdvertisementUnder the European Directive on certain…

— last modified 24 August 2006 Every citizen of the European Union is a consumer and it is a function of the European Commission to protect their health, safety and…

— last modified 24 August 2006 Effective competition is seen by the European Commission as crucial to an open market economy. It cuts prices, raises quality and expands customer choice.…

— last modified 24 August 2006 The EU fishing industry is a major source of employment and food. It is therefore important to prevent over-fishing by some to the detriment…