Stephen Weatherill Books

Written by a leading authority, this text on EU Law is highly respected for its clarity and depth. It introduces key areas of EU law alongside the overarching themes and principles that have shaped the EU's development and policies. The book features a wealth of carefully selected case law and legislation, complemented by engaging extracts that guide readers through this complex legal field. Insightful notes and questions throughout stimulate further discussion and enhance understanding of the subject's nuances. It also addresses the latest implications of the Lisbon Treaty and its ratification process, exploring its impact on the future of EU Law. An accompanying online resource centre offers extensive additional learning materials. For students, it includes regular updates tracking post-publication developments in EU law, curated web links for online research, an interactive map detailing Member States, an animated timeline of key EU history moments, and archive footage from the European Commission highlighting significant developments. For lecturers, the resource provides suggested guidance on integrating the book into teaching, making it a comprehensive tool for both students and educators in the field of EU law.

The book delves into the intersection of sports and European law, showcasing how European trade law adapts to the unique context of sports. It highlights case law that reveals how legal frameworks are leveraged to disrupt established organizational norms within the increasingly commercialized and regulated sports sector. The narrative emphasizes the proactive roles of the European Commission and the European Court of Justice in navigating sports regulation within the EU's Single Market, despite the absence of explicit legal provisions for sports in the EC Treaty.