This paper deals with the prospects for European collective bargaining. The major changes that occurred during the two last decases on that matter are reviewed. Though these changes have a new steps towards the building of a social dialogue at the European level, numerous obstacles remain before achieving actual true European collective bargaining. The nature of these obstacles is described in detail. In particular, the paper focuses on the role and impact of European Works Councils and illustrates the analysis through original empirical work and case studies.
International Journal of Comparative Labour Law and Industrial Relations