Borders and digital space: the quest to realise a European Union Digital single market

This thesis explores what the new walls, check points, guards, and political nuances are when managing and developing a seamless border in the context of the EU; and, thus, argues that border studies need to expand to include a political economy dimension. To understand seamless borders in the context of the EU internal border, therefore, one needs to understand not only the mobility of people but also the mobility of data and the barriers in place whilst also understanding the move towards the confrontation between national polices and the complex path to implementing a functioning Directive that the DSM can deliver upon.

Case studies within this thesis include one on the EU Commission, The Franco-German Aixs, and the function and role of the Trio-Presidency. <br><br><i>Thesis embargoed until 31st July 2028</i>.<br><br>