# The digital rulebook is fit for purpose: better enforcement is needed, not simplification

- Type: News
- Source: European Digital Rights
- Date: 2026-07-16
- Original: https://edri.org/our-work/the-digital-rulebook-is-fit-for-purpose-better-enforcement-is-needed-not-simplification/
- Canonical: https://overview.legal/posts/122882
- Topics: Supervision

## Summary

EDRi responded to the European Commission’s consultation on the Digital Fitness Check, emphasising the importance of the rights-based digital framework developed over the years. Rather than simplifying people's rights protections, it should focus on stronger enforcement and closing gaps. Only in this way, the EU can continue to lead in building a digital environment that works for people, democracy and innovation alike. The post The digital rulebook is fit for purpose: better enforcement is need

## Full text

EDRi responded to the European Commission’s consultation on the Digital Fitness Check, emphasising the importance of the rights-based digital framework developed over the years. Rather than simplifying people's rights protections, it should focus on stronger enforcement and closing gaps. Only in this way, the EU can continue to lead in building a digital environment that works for people, democracy and innovation alike.

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