Supremacy of European Union Law

The supremacy of European Union (EU) law means that when EU laws and regulations conflict with the national laws of EU member states, EU law takes precedence. This principle ensures that EU laws are applied uniformly across all member countries, promoting legal consistency and collaboration within the EU. It plays a crucial role in the functioning of the EU, allowing it to operate effectively as a single entity while respecting national legal systems. In essence, if there’s a clash between national and European law, EU law prevails.