Sophie Pochet explains why she believes that abandoning the opt-in system is not a good idea.
« It’s true that at first glance, everyone thinks of these calls as something very annoying. Yet they are entirely legitimate in a number of sectors. I’m thinking of energy and telecoms, where they help challenge offers in a market that is barely competitive. In fact, the opt-out system should remain in place, but it clearly requires effort. That’s the role of the Do Not Call Me non-profit, alongside the Federal Public Service Economy, which is responsible for monitoring and sanctioning violations. »