Exploring the evolution of competition law in the EU, the book examines how economic theories and political objectives shape legal interpretations. It highlights the dynamic interplay between courts, competition authorities, and ongoing debates, portraying the application of competition law as a response to these influences. Aimed at students, it presents economic concepts in an accessible way while referencing significant cases and current policy initiatives, offering fresh insights into this complex legal landscape.
An excellent book that is thorough, accessible, and insightful. Highly recommended.' - Urfan Khaliq, Cardiff University. This eagerly awaited new edition of the foremost textbook on EU Law has been revised after extensive user feedback to align with current teaching trends. It is the first major textbook published since the ratification of the Lisbon Treaty. Retaining an engaging writing style, it simplifies complex ideas and includes extracts from various sources to illustrate how the law is created, interpreted, and applied in real life. The book encourages independent thinking through critical analysis and covers a comprehensive range of topics essential for your course.
New features include a full discussion of key recent developments, especially the amendments introduced by the Lisbon Treaty. Structured introductions outline what each section covers, aiding navigation through complex areas. The first ten chapters have been substantially restructured, alongside the chapter on the free movement of goods. Additional coverage of competition law is available online, and new chapters address EU law in national courts, EU criminal law, governance, and external relations. A new two-colour design enhances clarity between materials and commentary. The distinguished author team consists of specialists in EU public law, the internal market, and competition law, bringing extensive teaching and research experience to the text.
Since its publication in 2006 European Union Law quickly established itself as one of the leading textbooks on the market. When it was first published, it offered a lucid account of the law of the European Union still reeling from the 'failure' of the Constitutional Treaty. With the ever changing European landscape a detailed postscript to the first edition is very timely. This supplement provides updating material to the main text, arranged to follow the current chapter structure. Its unique narrative approach, which mirrors the main text's design and organisation, allows students to link updating material with ease. Examining the road to the Lisbon Treaty and the recasting of the borders of the European Union, it offers the most current survey of the law of the Union.
