Institutional and policy dynamics of EU migration law / Georgia Papagianni.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Papagianni, Georgia.

Series:

Immigration and asylum law and policy in Europe ; v. 10.

Immigration and asylum law and policy in Europe ; v. 10

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Emigration and immigration law--European Union countries.

Emigration and immigration law.

European Union countries.

Treaty on European Union (1992 February 7)--Protocols, etc. (1997 October 2).

Treaty on European Union.

Treaty on European Union (1992 February 7).

Physical Description:

xxvi, 392 pages ; 25 cm.

Place of Publication:

Leiden ; Boston : Martinus Nijhoff, [2006]

Summary:

The main objective of this book is to present the on-going process of European integration via a comprehensive analysis of the institutional dynamics of, and politics linked with, the emerging migration law and policy of the European Union. More specifically, it presents the historical evolution, the main institutional legislative and policy steps, the position of, and interactions among, the different actors, and the factors impeding the formation of a common policy at EU level. On this basis a critical analysis is provided of the main institutional problems, the current policy framework, the overarching rationale as well as of the content and quality of the nascent EU migration law.

The book is divided into three parts. The first two parts provide a comprehensive study of the institutional framework and the substantive EC/EU law respectively. The third and final part provides a more general analysis of the policy-making process. Since the major achievements in the field of migration are recent, the book focuses to a great extent on the post-Amsterdam era. However, for reasons of coherence and in order to better evaluate recent developments, a concise overview of the origins of this policy is provided. Moreover, special emphasis is placed on the Schengen acquis, since its mark on European affairs has been and remains pronounced. Overall the attempt has been to provide an account, which is up to date with extensive historical references and combines both an academic and practical perspective to the legal and political issues involved. The approach based on the above elements will contribute to a new understanding of the main aspects of EU migration law and its policy ramifications and will be of use to both academics and practitioners alike.

Contents:

Part I The Institutional Framework 1

Chapter 1 The Institutional Framework Ante-Amsterdam 3

1.1 The First Segments of a Community Competence 4

1.1.1 The Treaty of Rome: Migration in the Margins 4

1.1.2 Competence Skirmishes (Part I) 6

1.2 The Single European Act: A Nascent Migration Debate 9

1.2.1 Establishing an "Area without Internal Frontiers" 9

1.2.2 Competence Skirmishes (Part II) 10

1.3 Schengen: The Parallel Track 13

1.4 The Maastricht Treaty: Forging an Institutional Framework 16

1.4.1 The New Institutional Framework: Putting an End to the Clandestinite Institutionnelle 16

1.4.2 Cross-pillar Skirmishes (Part I) 21

Chapter 2 The Institutional Framework Post-Amsterdam 25

2.1 The Institutional Framework: Partial Communitarisation 27

2.1.1 Predetermined Flexibility 27

2.1.1.1 National Protocols 30

2.1.1.2 Incorporation of the Schengen Acquis into the EC Framework: The Return of the 'Prodigal Son' 35

2.1.2 The Title IV Institutional Framework: A 'Limbo' between Intergovernmentalism and the Community Method 42

2.1.2.1 An Institutional Legal 'Ghetto' within the EC Framework 42

2.1.2.2 Legal 'Safety Nets' and Cross-Title/Cross-Pillar Skirmishes (Part II) 48

2.2 Problems Incurred in Implementation 51

2.2.1 Problems Arising from Title IV Protocols 51

2.2.1.1 Schengen Relevance 51

2.2.1.2 The Association of Norway and Iceland 58

2.2.1.3 The Danish Position 60

2.2.1.4 The UK and Irish Position 65

2.2.2 Problems Arising from the Implementation of the Title IV Institutional Framework 74

2.2.3 The Competence Debate Still Going Strong 79

2.3 Perspectives for the Future 88

2.3.1 The Treaty of Nice: Postponing the Cutting of the 'Umbilical Cord' 88

2.3.2 The Draft Treaty Establishing a Constitution for Europe 97

Part II Substantive Law - The Emergence of a European Migration Policy 103

Chapter 3 The Intergovernmental and EU Acquis before 1999 105

3.1 Segments of a European Migration Policy 105

3.2 The Single European Act: A Promise Not Kept 109

3.3 Schengen: The Successful Laboratoire d'essai 111

3.3.1 An Area without Internal Borders 113

3.3.2 Flanking Measures 114

3.3.2.1 Visa Policy for Short-stays 114

3.3.2.2 The Management of External Borders 116

3.3.2.3 The Fight against Illegal Migration 117

3.3.2.4 The Schengen Information System 118

3.3.3 Safeguarding the Integrity and High Security Standards of the Schengen System 119

3.4 Maastricht: Copying Schengen or Creating Something New? 120

3.4.1 Copying the Schengen System 121

3.4.1.1 Visa Policy 121

3.4.1.2 Border Issues 123

3.4.1.3 Illegal Migration 125

3.4.2 Legal Migration 127

3.4.3 Related Issues 129

Chapter 4 The Treaty of Amsterdam: Forging a European Migration Law 133

4.1 The Management of Migration Flows 135

4.1.1 Visa Policy and the Management of External Borders 135

4.1.2 Return Policy 150

4.2 Fair Treatment of Third Country Nationals 157

4.2.1 Admission Policy 157

4.2.1.1 The Family Reunification Directive 159

4.2.1.2 The Long-Term Residents Directive 164

4.2.1.3 The Draft Directive on Admission for Paid Employment and Self-Employed Activities 170

4.2.1.4 The Directive on Admission for the Purposes of Studies, Pupil Exchange, Unremunerated Training or Voluntary Service 172

4.2.1.5 The Researchers Package 174

4.2.2 Integration Policy 176

4.3 Migration in a Broader Context 180

4.3.1 Relations with Third Countries and Co-development 180

4.3.2 Exchange of Data and Cooperation among Member States 187

4.3.3 Financing 189

Part III Policy-Making in Migration 195

Chapter 5 Policy-Making in Migration (Part I): The Role of Different Actors 197

5.1 The Council: The Key Actor 199

5.1.1 The Council's Many Faces 199

5.1.1.1 Member States: Identifying the Main Policy Concerns and Actors 199

5.1.1.1.1 Main Policy Concerns and Trends 200

5.1.1.1.2 The Role of Specific Member States 204

5.1.1.2 The Presidency: A Source of Dynamism or Incoherence? 208

5.1.1.2.1 The Presidency's Positive Impact 209

5.1.1.2.2 The Presidency's Negative Impact 210

5.1.1.2.3 The Council Secretariat: The Driving Force behind the Scenes 212

5.1.1.2.4 The European Council: Political Impetus or Empty Promises? 215

5.1.2 The Decision-making Process within the Council: From Theory to Practice 221

5.1.2.1 The Council Structure and Negotiation Stages 221

5.1.2.2 The Negotiation Process 224

5.1.2.3 Techniques in Order to Reach Compromise 227

5.1.2.4 The Impact of General Background Factors 232

5.2 The Commission: Hovering between Vision and Realpolitik 234

5.2.1 The Commission's Position and Strategic Choices 235

5.2.2 The Commission's Well-hidden Arsenal and Weak Points 246

5.2.2.1 Strong Points 246

5.2.2.2 Weak Points 249

5.3 The European Parliament: Le Partenaire Ignore 249

5.3.1 An Overview of the European Parliament's Activities 249

5.3.2 The European Parliament's Negotiating Position 253

5.3.2.1 Partenaire Ignore 254

5.3.2.2 Indirect Powers 255

5.4 The European Court of Justice: The Unknown Factor 257

Chapter 6 Policy-making in Migration (Part II): An Overall Critical Analysis of Europe's Nascent Migration Law and Policy 263

6.1 An Overview of the General Features and Framework of the Emerging Migration Law and Policy 264

6.1.1 The Challenge of Setting a Common Framework and Goal 264

6.1.1.1 The Overarching Rationale: The Spill Over Effect and the 'Moving Target' 265

6.1.1.2 The Impact of Internal and External Factors 267

6.1.1.3 The Scope and Two Track Approach to Migration Policy at EU Level 268

6.1.1.4 The Factors Impeding the Setting of a Clear-cut Objective and the Formation of a Coherent and Effective EU Migration Policy 271

6.1.2 The Treaty of Amsterdam: The Beginning of a New Era or Simply Going Round in Circles? 279

6.1.2.1 The Treaty of Amsterdam: New Terms v Old Interpretation 279

6.1.2.2 The Implementation of the New Treaty: A New Beginning or a Mere Crystallisation of the Pre-Amsterdam Acquis? 281

6.2 A Critical Analysis of the Content and Quality of EU Migration Law and Policy: The Challenge of Living up to Europe's Goals and Values 283

6.2.1 The Challenge of a Comprehensive Approach 283

6.2.1.1 Comprehensiveness and Migration Stricto Sensu 283

6.2.1.2 Comprehensiveness and Migration in the Classic Sense 284

6.2.2 Harmonisation or Coordination? 285

6.2.2.1 The Myths and Realities about Harmonisation and Coordination 285

6.2.2.2 The Risks Stemming from the Lack of Harmonisation 289

6.2.2.2.1 Rights Shopping 289

6.2.2.2.2 Race to the Bottom 290

6.2.3 The Challenge of a Balanced Approach: Towards a Fortress Europe? 292

6.2.3.1 Legal v Illegal Migration 292

6.2.3.2 The Interests of States v the Interests of Individuals 296

6.2.4 The Challenges of Transparency and Accountability 298

6.2.4.1 Policy-making in Migration: Forging a Policy for the Citizens without the Citizens? 298

6.2.4.1.1 Democratic Accountability in the Decision-making Process 299

6.2.4.1.2 Access to Documents and Information v Confidentiality 302

6.2.4.2 Transparency in Terms of Legal Certainty and Clarity of Substantive Law 304

6.2.5 Fundamental Rights Issues 308

General Conclusions: EU Migration Law and Policy in a Nutshell 321

1 Forging an EU Migration Policy: A Long and Evolving Process 321

2 A Two Track Approach 323

3 The Policy Status Quo and a Debate for the Future 324

4 The Challenges and Perspectives for the Future 326

Monitoring of the Implementation Process and Consolidation of the EC Acquis 326

Enlargement 326

Forging a Comprehensive, Balanced and Transparent EU Migration Policy 327.

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references (pages [329]-388) and index.

ISBN:

9004152792

OCLC:

70268240