The Institutions of the European Union is the key text for anyone wishing to understand the functions, powers, and composition of the EU´s institutions. From the Council of Ministers to the European Central Bank, all of the most important organizations are analysed and explained by international experts. The third edition has been fully updated and includes the impact of the ratification of the Lisbon Treaty and the financial crisis in the Eurozone on the EU´s institutions. Authoritative yet accessible, it remains the best guide to how this range of different bodies work together to provide political direction, manage policies, and integrate contrasting interests within the European Union. Features Includes the institutional effects of the ratification of the Lisbon Treaty and of the financial crisis in the Eurozone. The Institutions of the European Union has been updated to take account of the institutional effects of the ratification of the Lisbon Treaty and the financial crisis in the Eurozone. There are a number of new additions to the contributor line-up to ensure that the book continues to bring together the foremost scholars in the field. The only up-to-date textbook entirely dedicated to the institutions of the EU, offering students a definitive guide to their functions, powers, and composition. A team of leading experts, including both academics and practitioners, provide authoritative coverage of all of the key institutions. Each chapter includes helpful features such as boxes, useful websites, and suggested further reading to aid student learning.
