2020 in Review – a word from TIE’s chairman
Sanjay Luthra, TIE Chairman/Managing Director EMEA Mattel takes a look back over 2020.
Goodbye to a true children’s superhero
We were saddened to hear that Dr David Whitebread has recently passed away. He was an inspirational and passionate advocate for children and the serious importance of play in their lives. We had the privilege of collaborating with David on several occasions, most recently as a member of the jury of the Play for Change […]
John Baulch, Chair of TIE’s Play For Change Awards Jury, on why he’s proud to be part of the Awards
The entry period for the 2021 #PlayForChangeAwards is now in full swing. We sat down for a virtual coffee with our Jury Chair, John Baulch, Publisher and Managing Director of Toy World Magazine, to hear more about why he decided to get involved and what the Awards mean to him as an industry veteran. TIE: […]
Thirty Years of Supporting Safe Play
1991 was an exceptional year: The Cold War ended, Disney’s first Beauty and the Beast film was released and the World Wide Web was created. But, the most exciting development surely has to be the foundations being laid for the birth of Toy Industries of Europe (TIE)! Laying the Foundations Thirty years ago, toy makers […]
Escapism through Play in a Turbulent Year – Guest Post from The Insights Family®
Latest data shows kids turning to offline hobbies for escapism Last year, kids across Europe made it through a trying and turbulent year with coronavirus disrupting every part of their lives. Recent data from The Insights Family® shows that kids who have a hobby are less likely to be stressed or anxious, perhaps as they […]
Entries at the Ready for the 2021 Play for Change Awards
The second annual Play for Change Awards are now open for entries from toy makers going the extra mile to help children and improve society The call for entries is open from 31 March and 19 May Companies can submit entries in the categories of Sustainability, Empowerment and Future skills This year, a Covid-19 Special […]
The Importance of Play in the EU Strategy on the Rights of the Child
Next week, EU Commissioners will vote on a new EU Strategy on the Rights of the Child. The Strategy will be a clear demonstration of the EU’s commitment to protecting and promoting children’s rights and helping children develop to their full potential. The Strategy will support the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and vulnerable groups, […]
Safety Gate Results Show More Measures Needed to Stop Illegal Traders
Illegal traders are putting children’s safety at risk Toys from illegal – often untraceable – traders top EU’s alert system for dangerous products Dishonest operators are ignoring the EU’s strict toy safety rules putting children at risk and damaging responsible competition 10% of toys notified in 2020 resulted from toy sector’s own investigations into the […]
TIE joins coalition of EU business associations calling for Harmonised EU Standards
TIE has joined a coalition of EU business associations calling for the Portuguese Presidency to promote a more effective approach to standardisation. The open letter can be read here. About Harmonised EU Standards Harmonised standards help ensure toys sold in the single market are safe for children to play with and there is a level […]
We are hiring a Communications Intern!
Are you a confident communicator who knows their Twitter from their TikTok? Are you looking to gain professional experience in EU communications? Can you translate technical policy information into language anyone can understand? Do you have the ability to think on your feet and respond quickly to new developments? Most importantly, have you got a […]
TIE media statement: Proposal for a Digital Services Act
The Commission’s proposal for a Digital Services Act (DSA) is a first step towards a more robust framework for online marketplaces, according to TIE. The future rules for online marketplaces need to go much further in closing the loopholes that allow online marketplaces to give third party sellers unfettered access to EU consumers It is […]
Tips for buying safe toys online
Christmas preparations are likely to be a bit different this year. With many physical toy shops closed, and shoppers often preferring to avoid the crowds, many parents will be shopping online for gifts this year. This will mean shopping early to make sure everything is delivered on time. It will also mean paying extra care […]