European Legal Order merges EU and Human Rights laws for unified governance.
The European Legal Order combines the laws of the European Union and the European Convention on Human Rights. The EU's principles and power-sharing post Lisbon Treaty are outlined, along with the roles of key EU institutions. The system of EU rules is detailed, and the chapter discusses a Europe focused on human rights. The European Court of Human Rights, along with domestic courts, enforces the European Convention on Human Rights. The chapter highlights the integration of EU law and the ECHR.