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This article addresses the extent to which the new regulatory framework protects the interests of consumers in theEu and more particularly in theUk. It identifies three means through which consumers are to reap the rewards of the new framework. First of all, effective competition in the electronic communications sector will provide consumers with a market able to deliver value for money. In addition, the Universal Service Directive 2002/22/Ce and its set of specifically targeted rules will directly impact consumer protection. Finally it is via the devolution of powers to the National Regulatory Authorities by the Framework Directive 2002/21/Ce that consumers will feel the full effects of the new regulatory framework.
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Cet article apporte une clarification sur la protection des consommateurs dans le nouveau paquet télécoms au niveau européen et plus particulièrement en Angleterre. Trois moyens de protection des consommateurs sont identifiés. Tout d’abord, c’est par la régulation de la concurrence sur le marché des communications électroniques que les consommateurs seront bénéficiaires. De plus, la directive service universel 2002/22/ce et ses provisions spécifiques pour la protection des consommateurs auront un impact direct. Enfin, c’est par la dévolution de pouvoirs aux autorités nationales de régulation par la directive cadre 2002/21/ce que les consommateurs ressentiront le plein effet du nouveau paquet télécoms.
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Riefa, C. Consumers and electronic communications laws in Europe and England: reaping the rewards of the new regulatory framework. Ann. Télécommun. 61, 924–949 (2006). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF03219872
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Key words
- Communication law
- Telecommunication regulation
- Competition law
- Universal service
- European Union
- United Kingdom