Joint Press Statement – European Associations Welcome Commission’s Opinion on French Draft Textile Law: Call for EU Leadership in Proportionate, Impact-Driven Sustainability Policy

Brussels, 15 October – The undersigned organisations welcome the European Commission’s opinion on France’s draft legislation aimed at reducing the environmental impact of the textile sector (Notification 2025/0336/FR). This marks a vital step towards preserving a predictable, balanced, and evidence-based regulatory framework across Europe. We hope this inspires closer cooperation and harmonisation between EU institutions and national governments to meet EU sustainability ambition.