Works Council

A Works Council is a group of elected employee representatives in a workplace, typically found in European countries, that serves as a bridge between employees and management. Their main role is to discuss and negotiate work conditions, such as wages, hours, and health and safety issues. Works Councils are legally recognized and have formal rights to be consulted on important company matters, promoting cooperation between workers and employers. This mechanism helps ensure that employees have a voice in their work environment and contributes to better workplace relations and practices.