Activities

In the legal field, the Council of Europe contributes to the harmonisation of Europe's legal systems on the basis of standards which are laid down within the Organisation. Its overall aim is to encourage the establishment and development of democratic institutions and procedures at national, regional and local level, and to promote respect for the principles of the rule of law.

In the past ten years, the Council's structure and working methods have been radically adjusted to meet the co-operation needs generated by rapid change on the European political scene, and also the challenges of step-by-step enlargement, bringing in the countries of central and eastern Europe.

Presentation of our activities

Results of activities – Directorate General of Legal Affairs (DG I )