Supranational action against sex discrimination: Equal pay and equal treatment in the European Union

European law has contributed substantially to the promotion of equality bet ween men and women throughout the Union. Its unique supranational character has led to revisions of domestic law in all Member States. Starting with a n insightful presentation of the development of European institutions and l egislation in historical perspective, Heide goes on to show how this ongoin g process is furthered by the ground-breaking judgements of the European Co urt of Justice. The importance and scope of this case law are illustrated b y a wide selection of non-discrimination rulings on pay, pensions, part-tim e work, pregnancy and maternity, night work and eligibility for particular occupations.