EU Law Directions 2014

A clear and uncomplicated writing style ensures students
new to EU law quickly grasp the central elements of the subject

Rigorously updated and edited for each edition to present
comprehensive discussion in a compact, student-friendly format

A range of features such as definition boxes, end of chapter
questions and thinking points all support student learning and provide areas for
discussion and further thought

Clearly defined case summaries highlight key cases and provide
context to help further student understanding of key areas

Cross-references and chapter summaries demonstrate how topics
link together, ensuring students gain a full picture of EU law

Written by the author of numerous respected textbooks and
student materials, including the bestselling Blackstone's EU Treaties and Legislation.
Nigel Foster has nearly 30 years experience of teaching and examining EU law and
provides a text which is readable without compromising on academic quality or accuracy

Accompanied by a free Online Resource Centre which contains
a range of features including approaches to end of chapter questions, exam tips,
and self-test questions with instant feedback. The development of the EU is also
clearly shown, through video clips, an interactive map, and timeline of key events,
providing essential background detail for students studying EU law for the first
time

New to this edition

New chapter on EU competition law and policy

Substantially revised chapters on competences, sources and
supremacy of EU law

Updated consideration of the consequences of the changes
to Article 263 TFEU and the locus standi of natural and legal persons

Increased coverage of human and fundamental rights provision

Further consideration of free movement of goods and the
growing post-Keck case law

With a readable and modern writing style, EU Law Directions clearly explains
the key topics and developments in this fast-paced and influential subject area.
No previous knowledge is assumed, making this the ideal text for those approaching
EU law for the first time.

With 30 years' experience teaching and examining EU law, Nigel Foster
provides a student-friendly text which is readable without compromising on academic
quality. The text is easy-to-follow with useful features throughout such as case
summaries, key definitions and diagrams. Cross-references and end of chapter summaries
demonstrate how topics link together and enable students to quickly build up a comprehensive
understanding of EU Law. The text is clearly broken down into logical sections,
guiding students through institutional, procedural and substantive law, with a new
chapter on competition law added to the 4th edition.
This text is also
accompanied by a free Online Resource Centre (www.oxfordtextbooks.co.uk/orc/foster_directions4e/)
which includes the following features:
- An interactive timeline showing
the key moments in EU legal history
- An interactive map illustrating the development
of the EU and providing essential background knowledge
- Self-test questions
with instant feedback
- Video clips from the European Commission
- Suggested
approaches to end of chapter questions
- Study and exam tips
- Updates
to the law
- Useful weblinks

Readership: Suitable for undergraduate students taking a module
in EU law as part of the LLB or other related law courses. It may also be useful
for those requiring background knowledge of EU law for either study or work in areas
such as politics or international relations.