Court Decision Referencing Respect for Human Rights

12/11/1961

In its decision on Case 29/69, the Court states that it ensures respect for the fundamental rights of the individual included in the general principles of Community law. This reference constitutes the Court’s first statement regarding the safeguarding of respect for human rights.

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