The Union Values case from the perspective of LGBTI rights: The CJEU as a Human Rights Court?

Key Points

• The research aims to evaluate the Union Values case's impact on LGBTI rights and the CJEU's role as a human rights court.
• Comparative analysis of the Union Values case and its implications for LGBTI rights.
• Evaluation of CJEU versus ECtHR standards on LGBTI representation.
• Investigation into structural constraints affecting the CJEU's jurisdiction.
• Union Values case marks a significant advancement for LGBTI rights under Article 2 TEU.
• CJEU's interpretation aligns with European standards on LGBTI representation but is limited by structural factors.
• Comparison with ECtHR highlights both progress and ongoing limitations in human rights jurisdiction.