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European Union law
by Horspool, Margot, Humphreys, Matthew
fromButterworths core text series
'European Union Law' provides students with a clear understanding of the law of the EU and the fundamental principles that support it. Essential information is provided in a user-friendly format to facilitate learning and understanding of this key discipline.