EUsäädöksistä

EUsäädökset, or EU regulations, are legally binding legislative acts of the European Union that apply directly in all member states. They are a primary source of EU law and are adopted by the European Parliament and the Council of the European Union. Regulations aim to ensure consistent application of EU law across all member states, promoting a single market and harmonizing policies.

The process of adopting an EU regulation typically begins with a proposal from the European Commission. This proposal is then debated and potentially amended by the European Parliament and the Council. Once agreed upon by both institutions, the regulation is published in the Official Journal of the European Union and becomes law. Unlike directives, regulations do not require transposition into national law by member states; they are directly enforceable.

Examples of EU regulations cover a wide range of areas, including data protection (e.g., the General Data Protection Regulation, GDPR), environmental protection, consumer rights, and competition law. These regulations play a crucial role in shaping the legal landscape within the EU and affecting the daily lives of its citizens and businesses. Their direct applicability is a key feature that distinguishes them from other EU legal instruments.