Publisher's Synopsis
The European Union has strict laws, embodied in the EC Treaty and in particular Article 90, on the conduct of competition within Europe, in order to ensure that monopolies are not allowed to distort competition. The rules of the Treaty are complemented by directives dealing with the main utility sectors. State Monopolies Under EC Law, which is in two Parts, takes the reader through this law relating to state monopolies, its application and its development. Part 1 details the legal position of state monopolies under Article 90 and associated Articles, and discusses the relevant case law with particular reference to the important decisions of Sacchi, Terminal Equipment and Corbeau. Part 2 gives provides an in–depth analysis on the application of this law as it affects specific utility sectors, in particular:
∗ energy
∗ telecommunications
∗ broadcasting
∗ postal
∗ transport
In conclusion, State Monopolies Under EC Law provides a vital guide to both Article 90 and its application for lawyers, corporate and industry advisers and EC consultants.
