Tuesday - August 11, 2026
Littler Issues Commentary: Works Council in Germany - Same Old Questions?
August 11, 2026
SAN FRANCISCO, California, Aug. 11 -- Littler, a law firm, issued the following commentary on Aug. 10, 2026, by senior associate Ruben Plambeck:

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New Works Council in Germany - Same Old Questions?

At a Glance

* In Germany, a works council is an elected group of employees that represents the workforce at the local/business level.

* Regular works council elections are held every four years.

* Companies in which new . . .

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