The rule of law and the European Union

Amichai Magen*, Laurent Pech

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This chapter traces the origins and evolution of the concept of the idea and ideal of the rule of law within the EC/EU governance system. It proceeds to delineate the four main areas in which the rule of law forms a central pillar of EC/EU identity and activity. The chapter then provides a cross-cutting, critical review of the EU-rule of law nexus, identifying key debates where the concept of the rule of law plays a substantial role in contemporary EU studies, as well as where the EU governance system can be said to be lacking in terms of its adherence to the salient constitutive features of the rule of law. Throughout, the chapter places emphasis on the identification of key concepts, areas of activity, and debates so as to facilitate future research into the EU-rule of law nexus.
Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationHandbook on the Rule of Law
EditorsChristopher May, Adam Winchester
PublisherEdward Elgar Publishing Ltd.
Pages235-256
Number of pages22
ISBN (Electronic)9781786432445
ISBN (Print)9781786432438
DOIs
StatePublished - 2018
Externally publishedYes

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