Families and the European Union: Law, Politics and Pluralism (Law in Context)
Cambridge University Press, 9/28/2006
EAN 9780521613354, ISBN10: 0521613353
Paperback, 262 pages, 22.8 x 15.2 x 1.5 cm
Language: English
Originally published in English
In the first book to offer a comprehensive analysis of family law in the European Union, McGlynn argues that a traditional concept of 'family' which has many adverse effects - on individuals, on families (in all their diverse forms), and indeed on the economic ambitions of the EU is forming the basis for the little-recognised and under-researched field of EU family law. This book examines three different aspects of family life - childhood, parenthood and partnerships - and critically analyses existing EU law in relation to each. It examines the emerging field of EU family law, providing a highly sceptical account of recent developments and a robust challenge to the arguments in favour of the codification of European civil law, including family law.
Preface and acknowledgements
Table of cases
Table of statutes
1. Pluralism and human rights
a legal foundation for the regulation of families and family law in the European Union
2. Families, ideologies and value pluralism
towards an expanded concept of family
3. Children and European Union law
Instrumentalism, protection and empowerment
4. Parenthood and European Union law
old ideologies and new ideals
5. European Union law and the regulation of intimate relationships
marriage, partnerships and human rights
6. The emergence of a European Union family law
7. Harmonisation, codification and the future of family law in the European Union
Bibliography.
'… this is the first book that offers a comprehensive analysis of family law and policies in the EU. … by providing a very strong conceptual background, Families and the European Union will not go out of date. … Families and the European Law is very well researched and provides the reader with an invaluable wealth of sources. It is written in a clear and engaging style. It will be of interest not only to students and academics but also to practitioners and policy-makers; more generally to anybody who has an interest in this area.' European Journal of International Law