The clauses of irreformability in the Constitutions of the States of the Europe of the 25

Abstract

This article examines the irreformability clauses in the constitutions of the European Union (EU) member states, analyzing their content and scope. Two main types are identified: absolute explicit limits, which prohibit the reform of certain constitutional aspects under any circumstance, and relative limits, which restrict reforms in specific situations, such as times of war or regency. Absolute clauses, present in only seven member states, focus on protecting fundamental elements like the form of government, fundamental rights, and the territorial structure of power. In contrast, some constitutions lack such clauses, reflecting different politico-constitutional approaches across Europe.