The European Union

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Created on: 01-11-17 12:21

Primary sources of EU Law

Treaties

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Secondary sources of EU Law

Directives & Regulations

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Treaties

ONLY primary source of EU Law. Signed by the Heads of Government/ Heads of State of all member states

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Regulations

form of secondary legislation- directly applicable in all member states

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Directives

for of EU secondary legislation addressed to oe or more memebr states- requiring them to amend their national law to meet its braod objectives

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European Commission

executive body with considerable political power. Can plan policies and propose new laws

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European Parliament

elected law-making body with a number of legislative functions

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European Council

Heads of State/Governemtn set out general political direction and proritise of the EU

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Court of Justice of the EU

consists of one judge from each emeber state, advised by 9 independent Advocates-General. 5 main tupes of cases are; proceedings for failure to fulfil an obligation, preliminary ruling procedure, action for annulment, actions for failure to act &

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