The European Union And Global Emergencies: A Law And Policy Analysis (Modern Studies In European Law)

Description

This collection of essays analyses the European Union’s involvement in global emergencies from a law and policy perspective. Bringing together leading academics and officials from the European Union institutions, the book offers an expert account of the theoretical and practical issues the EU faces when dealing with global emergencies. The subjects covered are highly topical and include the financial and debt crises, regional security and the fight against terrorism, public health and food scares, human trafficking and energy security.

Editors Biography

Antonis Antoniadis is a Legal Officer at the Office of the European Ombudsman, a Lecturer in Law at Durham University and has served as the Deputy Director of the Durham European Law Institute.

Robert Schütze is a Reader in Law at Durham University.

Eleanor Spaventa is a Professor of Law at Durham University, Director of the Durham European Law Institute, and Professor of European Law at the College of Europe, Natolin.