Publication Year

This title was first published in 2001.

Introduction to European Works Councils

The emergence of the European Works Councils (EWCs) is one of the most important developments in international industrial relations and the most significant intervention by the European Union in the industrial relations field.

About the Volume

This volume is the second of three studies into the establishment and operation of EWCs conducted by the authors. It examines the development of a typology of EWCs and explores the prospects for establishing networks of EWCs, using case studies drawn from the food, banking, and insurance sectors.

Intended Audience

The book is an informative text for researchers, academics, and practitioners who wish to locate empirical material and practical experience in a developmental and theoretical framework.