Louise O'Reilly
Question:147. Deputy Louise O'Reilly asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment his plans to update the legislation governing European Works Councils. [43822/20]
View answerThursday, 17 December 2020
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Due to the uncertainties caused by Brexit, many European Employee Fora and European Works Councils (EWCs) currently situated in the UK are reconsidering their location and many are now considering Ireland as a location post-Brexit.
Ireland has proven to be an attractive destination for EWCs for a variety of reasons including the fact that we operate a common law legal system, have a strong employment law framework, are English speaking and have a thriving business-friendly environment.
The European Communities (Transnational Information and Consultation of Employees Act 1996) (Amendment) Regulations 2011, is the governing legislation in this area. In light of the expected increase in applications to locate European Works Councils in Ireland after Brexit, Department officials are examining the current legislative framework to ensure that it is robust.
Question No. 148 answered with Question No. 131.