@daringfireball (4) Considering the spirit and purpose of a provision as well as the comprehensive programme of the European Community can be problematic when different purposes (eg free market and protection interests) conflict. This applies to those directives that serve the overall interest of achieving the internal market but also address issues such as employee or consumer protection.“ . Source: https://max-eup2012.mpipriv.de/index.php/Interpretation_of_EU_Law