The Directive will encourage and support Irish consumers’ ability to repair products rather than just replace them.
The Minister for Enterprise, Tourism and Employment Peter Burke, TD and Minister for Climate, Energy and the Environment Darragh O’Brien, TD, have today (24 August), announced the enactment of new regulations set down by the European Union.
The Common Rules Promoting the Repair of Goods Regulations 2026, will bring into effect in Ireland the Right to Repair Directive. This is a policy that tackles waste and excess by giving consumers more avenues to repair a product ahead of replacing it. All as a means of extending product life, reducing waste and supporting the country’s move towards a circular economy.
As part of the new policy, manufacturers will have a repair obligation for certain products which will be subject to EU repairability requirements, there will be a standardised European Repair Information Form and the establishment of a national repair platform to help consumers locate repair services.
Ideally, the new regulations will also generate additional opportunities for businesses, as they are expected to increase visibility for professionals in the repair space and increase demand for repair and refurbishment services.
