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Right-to-repair law takes effect

Irish consumers anxious to repair washing machines, phones, vacuum cleaners and other household g...

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07.05 25 Aug 2026


Right-to-repair law takes effect


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07.05 25 Aug 2026


Irish consumers anxious to repair washing machines, phones, vacuum cleaners and other household goods rather than replace them when they break down are being given new rights and supports under EU-wide rules coming into force this week. 

To explore this further, Anton was joined by Alan Dillon, Minister of State for Employment, Small Business and Retail.  


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