Minorities have been part of European history and politics since the middle of the 16th Century, often seen as obstacles to state-building and later as a threat

This book examines whether we are moving towards an integrated regional system of legal provision for minorities. It illustrates the tension between newer membe

As the political landscape of Europe transforms, so too does the field of minority issues. New areas of focus encompass topics as varied as populism and media r

This book, the second in the series of publications on minority issues, examines the political and legal mechanisms available at European and international leve

The interest in minority protection emerged during the period of democratic transition, particularly of ethnically segmented postcommunist societies after the e