Disability Rights in Europe : From Theory to Practice

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.

“...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.” —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.” —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…” —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.” —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.” —Discrimination Law Association Briefings, Vol 25

“...provides an interesting overview and starting point for reflection and further investigation.” —SCOLAG Legal Journal

“…thought-provoking, eminently readable...provides an invaluable resource for those involved in campaigning, researching and teaching disability discrimination issues.” —The Cambrian Law Review, Vol 36