Commission v. Germany and the independence of Supervisory Authorities

Woman bowling, circa 1950 — Center for Jewish History NYC

C-518/07, COMMISSION V. GERMANY, 9.Mar.2010 (“GERMANY”)

Key point

Independence of Supervisory Authorities: Independence means a status which ensures that the body concerned can act completely freely, without taking any instructions or being put under any pressure. The requirement of independence does not only concern the…