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Directives (European Union)

Definition (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Directives_%28European_Union%29)

A directive is a legislative act of the European Union, which requires member states to achieve a particular result without dictating the means of achieving that result. It can be distinguished from regulations which are self-executing and do not require any implementing measures. Directives normally leave member states with a certain amount of leeway as to the exact rules to be adopted. Directives can be adopted by means of a variety of legislative procedures depending on their subject matter. (Wikipedia)

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Broader TermsNarrower TermsRelated Terms
Legislation
Bathing Water Directive
Birds Directive
Directive on Dangerous Substances
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INSPIRE Directive
Water Framework Directive
European Union

This term is used for the following terms: 
EU directives
European Union directives

Approved Date
16-Dec-2013

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