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Disability Rights in Europe: From Theory to Practice

Paperback / softback

Main Details

Title Disability Rights in Europe: From Theory to Practice
Authors and Contributors      Edited by Anna Lawson
Edited by Caroline Gooding
SeriesEssays in European Law
Physical Properties
Format:Paperback / softback
Pages:368
Dimensions(mm): Height 234,Width 156
ISBN/Barcode 9781841134864
ClassificationsDewey:341.763
Audience
Tertiary Education (US: College)
Professional & Vocational

Publishing Details

Publisher Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Imprint Hart Publishing
Publication Date 15 May 2005
Publication Country United Kingdom

Description

This book is based on a conference organised jointly by the editors to mark the European Year of Disabled People. It explores the range of legal strategies which have been adopted, both nationally and internationally, to achieve equality for disabled people and facilitate their inclusion into mainstream society. It examines current developments in anti-discrimination law, both within Member States and at EU level. It also assesses the effectiveness and potential of the human rights framework for disabled Europeans. In addition, a number of approaches to the enforcement and promotion of disability rights are considered. Contributors to this book, drawn from across Europe, represent a variety of different backgrounds. They include leading academics in the field, as well as campaigners and others working to improve or enforce disability-related legislation. The book is a unique and timely contribution to an important and rapidly expanding field of study. It will be of relevance to all those, whether lawyers or not, with an interest in disability and equality issues.

Author Biography

Anna Lawson is a Lecturer in Law at the University of Leeds and a member of the University's Centre for Disability Studies and the Law School's Human Rights Research Unit. Caroline Gooding is the Special Adviser to the Disability Rights Commission.

Reviews

...a quality collection of papers..The volume's strengths are the diversity of disability rights advocates that it draws upon, and the nice overview they provide on the topic...this is an informative and worthwhile collection. -- Professor Michael Ashley Stein * NYU European Law Books Website also World Trade Review * This book is an essential reference text for anyone interested in European disability law - its past and its future. -- Gerard Quinn * Common Market Law Review, Vol 44, No 2 * ...a significant and original contribution to the existing literature, and it will undoubtedly become an important work of reference in this field... -- Mark Bell * Industrial Law Journal, Volume 35/1 * This is a quality collection of papers...The volume's strengths are the diversity of disability rights advocates that it draws upon, and the nice overview they provide on the topic...this is an informative and worthwhile collection. -- Professor Michael Ashley Stein * European Law Books * ...an interesting series of essays exploring the key concepts of discrimination law...It is a stimulating and thought-provoking read for anyone seeking to develop their understanding of disability discrimination law. -- Gay Moon * Discrimination Law Association Briefings, Vol 25 * ...provides an interesting overview and starting point for reflection and further investigation. -- Jill Stavert * SCOLAG Legal Journal * ...thought-provoking, eminently readable...provides an invaluable resource for those involved in campaigning, researching and teaching disability discrimination issues. -- Dr David McArdle, University of Stirling * The Cambrian Law Review, Vol 36 *