Latest programmes
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Food labels: a matter of transparency and health
When terms like “natural”, “local” or “no additives” on food packaging turn into legal disputes, the Court of Justice of the European Union steps in to ensure transparency, fairness and consumer confidence.
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How do citizens interact with the EU Court?
The preliminary ruling procedure allows the Court to answer questions from national judges concerning EU law and to guarantee a uniform interpretation of that law, so that citizens can benefit from the consistent application of EU rules. Judge Octavia Spineanu-Matei explains how any national judge who is uncertain about EU law may refer the question to the Court of Justice.
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Multilingualism: the key to equal access to justice
Discover how the Court’s 24‑language system guarantees your right to be heard and to understand rulings, with insights from Maciej Markiewic, Director in the Directorate-General of Multilingualism
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The right to healthcare throughout Europe
Did you know that you can receive medical treatment in any country in the European Union and still be reimbursed by your own health insurance? This right allows every citizen to access healthcare wherever they are, without losing their connection to their national social security system.
Schedule
Judgments and Opinions
Judgment Commission v. Hungary explained
Failure to fulfil obligations – Electronic communications
Judgment WhatsApp Ireland v European Data Protection Board explained - C-97/23
Protection of personal data - Action for annulment
Delivery of Judgments and Opinions - 02/02/2026
C-712/25 PPU Rastoshev (BG)
Delivery of Judgments and Opinions - 29/01/2026
C-727/23 P, C-811/23 P, C-556/24 P, C-72/24, C-286/24, C-291/24, C-311/24, C-431/24, C-562/24, C-654/24, C-668/24
Judgment Commission v. Hungary explained - C-271/23
Reclassification of cannabis and cannabis-related substances - Failure of a Member State to fulfil obligations
Delivery of Judgments and Opinions - 27/01/2026
C-271/23
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Food labels: a matter of transparency and health
When terms like “natural”, “local” or “no additives” on food packaging turn into legal disputes, the Court of Justice of the European Union steps in to ensure transparency, fairness and consumer confi...
The right to healthcare throughout Europe
Did you know that you can receive medical treatment in any country in the European Union and still be reimbursed by your own health insurance? This right allows every citizen to access healthcare wher...
One million signatures to make your voice heard
The Court of Justice ensures transparency and respect for the European Citizens’ Initiative - a unique instrument of supranational democracy that enables Europeans to ask the Commission to propose leg...
Open Court
How do citizens interact with the EU Court?
The preliminary ruling procedure allows the Court to answer questions from national judges concerning EU law and to guarantee a uniform interpretation of that law, so that citizens can benefit from th...
Advocate General : advising on the Court’s toughest cases
Advocate General Laila Medina explains how the Treaty‑mandated office delivers non‑binding opinions that dissect the arguments and implications of complex cases, steering the Court during its initial ...
The task of Judges at the Court: interpreting EU law and protecting citizens
Judge Octavia Spineanu-Matei explains how Judges are selected and their role in guaranteeing the uniform application of EU law for all EU citizens.
Cour des citoyens
Multilingualism: the key to equal access to justice
Discover how the Court’s 24‑language system guarantees your right to be heard and to understand rulings, with insights from Maciej Markiewic, Director in the Directorate-General of Multilingualism
Take a seat at the Court of Justice
First part - Discover how you can attend hearings at the Court in Luxembourg or watch it on the go. Second part - Get a behind-the-scenes look with Leticia Carrasco Marco.
How can I claim my rights under European law?
First part - The concrete steps you can take to bring your case to the Court of Justice. Second part - How ordinary citizens have shaped and made history in EU law with Matija Longar.
Animations
Why does the Court of Justice of the EU Exist?
The Court of Justice of the European Union is the judicial body of the EU. Its role is to ensure that EU laws are respected by the EU’s institutions and Member States and applied in the same way throu...
What has the Court of Justice done for me?
In over 25,000 rulings to date, the Court of Justice of the European Union has given decisions on a wide variety of matters directly affecting EU citizens’ lives. Here we look at just a few instances ...
The Preliminary Ruling Procedure – A Dialogue with National Courts
References for preliminary rulings are a keystone of the EU’s legal system. With national courts applying EU law directly, this procedure allows them to check with the Court of Justice how laws should...
Training videos
Photos
The entrance hall
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Aerial view of the Palais surrounded by the Anneau
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The Grand Staircase - Salle des Pas Perdus
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A hearing of the Court of Justice - Grand Chamber
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The Grand Conference Room
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The Members of the Court of Justice in 2024
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