From Supranationality to Managing Diversity - A (Re-)New(ed) Paradigm for the Establishment of the Internal Market?

Abstract

This contribution looks into two questions: First, can we observe a paradigm shift in internal market policy moving from the establishment of a supranational institution to managing diversity? Second, if so, what are the consequences for EU law? Based on a critical analysis of a selection of internal market legislation and adjudication, I will conclude that such a shift may be observed. Based on doctrinal analysis I will then unfold some ideas for the future of internal market law, which results from this paradigm shift.

Keywords: EU Law, Supranationality, Diversity, Brexit