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European Union Law Textbook, 2nd Edition

European Union Law Textbook, 2nd Edition

Author: Elspeth Berry; Sylvia Hargreaves
Publisher: Oxford University Press
ISBN: 9780199282449
Published In: March 2007
Format: Paperback , 366 pages
Jurisdiction: European Union ? Disclaimer:
Countri(es) stated herein are used as reference only

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Now includes summaries of key cases to illustrate and support the points of law discussed, creating a complete learning resource in a single volume

Students are encouraged to test their knowledge through the use of self-assessment questions and answers, activities, objectives, glossary, and further reading

Clear, straightforward introduction to core areas of EU law found on introductory courses, providing an ideal text for students new to the subject

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Additional cases and materials supplement the text itself and encourage the student to take their study deeper

Full answers to the end-of-chapter questions allow students to check their progress

Biannual updates ensure readers are kept up to date with the latest case law developments

Web links are a useful source of information for students wishing to take their studies further

New to this edition

Summaries of key cases throughout the text ensure students are aware of some of the most influential developments in the area to inform their studies further. Combined with the excellent range of interactive features, this text now represents a complete learning resource for students new to the subject

Material relating to the amending Treaties is integrated into the first three chapters on the origins and instititions of the European Community, and sovereignty and sources of law, in order to help contextualise the amendments for new students

A glossary featuring key terms provides an easy point of reference and navigation for students new to this topic

A highly accessible account of European Union law. The clear and concise commentary and explanations are complemented by summaries of key cases to illustrate the points of law, creating a complete learning experience in one volume. With a strong focus on active learning techniques, the book promotes an understanding of, and engagement with, the key issues through the use of chapter introductions, self-assessment questions, exercises, and summaries. Together with a glossary of key terms, these features help to guide and support students, making this an ideal choice for those studying introductory EU modules.

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Cases and materials (password protected) hyperlinked pdf documents that accompnay the book End-of-chapter assessment questions containing outline answers Web links to useful EU law sites

Readership: Introductory European Union law courses

1: Origins of European Community and European Union law
2: The institutions of the Community and the EU
3: Sovereignty and sources of law
4: Enforcement of Community law in national courts
5: Preliminary references
6: Challenging Community action or inaction
7: Community and Member State liability in damages
8: Free movement of goods
9: Free movement of persons: citizens of the European Union
10: Free movement of persons: workers, the self-employed, and their families
11: Free movement of persons: limitations on grounds of public policy, public security, or public health
12: Introduction to EC competition law
13: Anti competitive agreements, decisions, and concerted practices
14: Abuse of a dominant position

Elspeth Berry, Senior Lecturer in Law, Nottingham Law School, and Sylvia Hargreaves, Principal Lecturer in Law, Nottingham Law School