Whose Freedom, Security and Justice?: EU Immigration and Asylum Law and Policy (Essays in European Law) [Hardcover]

Helen Toner (Author), Elspeth Guild (Author), Anneliese Baldacinni (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: June 4, 2007 | ISBN-10: 1841136840 | ISBN-13: 978-1841136844

This book brings together contributions from some of the leading authorities in the field of EU immigration and asylum law to reflect upon developments since the Amsterdam Treaty and, particularly, the Tampere European Council in 1999. At Tampere, Heads of State and Government met to set guidelines for the implementation of the powers and competences introduced by the Amsterdam Treaty and examine the goal of the EU as an area of freedom, security, and justice. Since 1999, a substantial body of law and policy has developed, but the process has been lengthy and the results open to critique. This book presents a series of analyses and reflections on the major legal instruments and policy themes, with the underlying question, to what extent the ideals held out of 'freedom, security, and justice accessible to all' are in fact reflected in these legislative and policy developments. Has freedom from terrorism and the spectre of illegal or irregular migration, along with increasingly strict border securitization and surveillance, overshadowed the freedom of the migrant to seek legitimate entry or residence, a secure refuge from persecution, and effective access to justice? EU Immigration and Asylum Law and Policy critically examines the challenges that will arise in the future.

Editorial Reviews

Review

The range of contributors, their expert knowledge and the ability of many of the contributors to go beyond a discussion of the text of legal instruments, to understand their impact on migrants and asylum is why this is an interesting book. For any reader seeking a detailed understanding of the recent evolution of EU law in this area, the book represents a useful contribution.Dr Sonia McKayTransferVol 13, No 3, Autumn 2007The first (huge) merit of this collection of extremely high-level essays is that it takes on the entire issue and gives a general overview to shed light across the boardThe other major interest of the book is that all the authors make a no-holds-barred critical analysis, with many criticising the authoritarian and discretionary nature of EU policies.MTEuropean LibraryNo 9528/751, Oct 07How can the authors analyse the post-Tampere developments toward the harmonisation of ' freedom, security and justice ' for all asylum seekers when the meaning of post-Tampere dignity through 'freedom', 'security' and 'justice' remains elusive?...The dilemma is ably grappled and readers looking for insightful, if somewhat pessimistic, reflections on this issue will welcome this collection.Lisa YarwoodInternational Journal of Refugee Lawvol 20, no 2, July 2008 This collection of essays is certainly one of the outstanding contributions to the rapidly developing EU law on migration and asylum law and policy. Kay HailbronnerCommon Market Law ReviewVol 45 issue 4 this books is a serious and encyclopedic text. It explains and critiques how we got to where we are now in relation to EU free movement, immigration and asylum law. The format, a collection of essays, allows different views and perspectives to be expressed. Despite the passage of time since its publication, this book remains relevant and is important reading for persons interested in European immigration and asylum law and policy as academics, law makers, policy makers or campaigners. It also contains much practical information (such as case law and possible arguments) of interested and use to practicing lawyers and the judiciary.Nathalia BerkowitzJournal of Immigration, Asylum and Nationality LawVolume 24, Issue 2

About the Author

Helen Toner is an Associate Professor in the School of Law, University of Warwick. Anneliese Baldaccini is a Committee Specialist for the House of Lords European Union Committee. Elspeth Guild is Professor of European Immigration Law at the University of Nijmegen, Netherlands, and also a partner at the London law firm Kingsley Napley.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 550 pages
• Publisher: Hart Publishing (June 4, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1841136840
• ISBN-13: 978-1841136844
• Product Dimensions: 9.3 x 6.3 x 1.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.3 pounds
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #4,858,527 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)