Dividing Lines Between the European Union and Its Member States: The Impact of the Treaty of Lisbon

ISBN-13: 9789067042840 / Angielski / Twarda / 2008 / 320 str.

Stephen C. Sieberson

Opis

An examination of the impact of the Treaty of Lisbon on the division of authority within the European Union.

Spis treści

Another Treaty Amendment.- The Debate Over Form — What is The EU?.- The Genesis of The Lisbon Treaty.- From Treaties to Constitution and Back — A Contrast in Design.- An Overview of The Lisbon Treaty’s Significant Innovations.- What are The Dividing Lines?.- Notable Changes That May Affect The EU’s Dividing Lines.- The Character of the EU.- Values and Objectives.- The EU’s State-Like Attributes.- The EU as A Democracy.- A Malleable Entity.- Amending The Treaties — The Unanimity Requirement.- Principles Underlying EU Action.- Institutions and Decision-Making.- The EU Institutions and Organs.- Instruments and Procedures Available to The EU.- Where QMV Replaces Unanimous Voting or Applies to New Subjects.- The Subject Matters of EU Activity.- The Area of Freedom, Security and Justice.- The Union’s Internal Activities and External Action.- Conclusion.- Conclusion.