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The Social Security Rights Of Transsexuals Under Eu Law And The, Mel Cousins Dec 2006

The Social Security Rights Of Transsexuals Under Eu Law And The, Mel Cousins

Mel Cousins

The rights of transsexuals have gained important recognition in recent decisions by the European Court of Justice and the European Court of Human Rights. Yet important conceptual issues remained to be clarified as to the precise implications of these decisions for the rights of transsexuals in areas such as social security and pensions entitlement. This article examines two important recent decisions which further develop the Courts’ caselaw. These cases also highlight the developing– and largely complementary - relationship between the two legal orders.


The Habitual Residence Condition In Irish Social Welfare Law, Mel Cousins Dec 2005

The Habitual Residence Condition In Irish Social Welfare Law, Mel Cousins

Mel Cousins

This article examines the recently introduced habitual residence clause in Irish social welfare law. Part 1 sets out the background to the significant change. Part 2 outlines the legislation. Part 3 discusses the meaning of the term "habitual residence" while Part 4 looks at possible issues under EU law, in particular Council Regulations 1408/71 and 1612/68.1 Part 5 considers the possible impact of other international legal instruments.