Recognized as the best collection of its kind, this popular collection of essential European Community legislation is all that the student, scholar, or practitioner needs to accompany their research into and study of the subject. Attractively presented, clearly laid out, and well edited, this book remains the most user-friendly among many of its type available in English. With the full text of the Maastricht Treaty it is now the most comprehensive and best-value-for-money compilation available. This present volume also incorporates new material on updated legislation with regard to the accession of Austria, Finland, and Sweden as member states. Included as well are new chapters on consumer protection, external relations, and environmental law.