Enforce the works council's right to training

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We offer you a full service in the event that your employer disregards your right to training. This service includes, in particular...

✓ Comprehensive advice on all questions relating to training entitlement
✓ Checking whether the planned measure is covered by the training entitlement
✓ Assistance with the decision-making process of the committee
✓ Strategic approach to the employer

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Assert your right to training as a works council member now!

As a works council member, you have a legal right to further training in order to successfully perform your duties as a works council member. If your employer refuses to comply, you must take action. Call now: 0211/96294060 – We can help you!

Assert your right to training now!

Is your employer hindering your work as a works council member and preventing you from participating in training that is necessary for you? You don't have to put up with this, because as a works council member, you have a right to training guaranteed under works constitution law. Our partner lawyers will help you enforce your rights – you can reach us at 0211/96294060.

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  • Describe your current level of knowledge and the current situation in the company

    Have you just been elected to the committee or have you been a member for a long time? How knowledgeable are you about works constitution and labor law? Where does your company currently stand and what challenges will you soon be facing?

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    We search our network for the best lawyer for your situation and put you in touch with them.

  • Enforce your right to training

    We support you throughout the entire process of enforcing your training entitlement and help you to easily manage it via our working world portal. You can view the status of your case at any time and contact your lawyer directly.
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FAQ

What training entitlement does the Works Constitution Act offer?

According to Section 37 (7) of the Works Constitution Act, every works council member is entitled to paid leave for a maximum of three weeks during their regular term of office in order to attend special training courses for works councils. Newly elected works council members may even attend training courses for a maximum of four weeks, provided they do not already have experience as a trainee representative.

The training entitlement includes:
– Participation in training
– Coverage of training fees
– Coverage of accommodation and meal costs
– Reimbursement of travel expenses to and from the event location
– Leave from work and continued payment of wages during the event

When is further training “necessary”?

Whether further training is necessary for the works council within the meaning of the Works Constitution Act depends on the individual's level of knowledge. The situation of the company is also a decisive factor. If, for example, a change in operations involving mass redundancies is planned, training on the subject of redundancies for operational reasons would be appropriate. The aim of further training is always to build up the specialist knowledge that is necessary for the specific work of the works council.

Who decides on participation in training?

The committee decides what training needs currently exist and determines which works council members should participate in the training program. The works council's discretion is decisive. The employer must accept the committee's decision, provided that the works council does not exceed the limits of its discretion.

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We assess the situation and work with you to decide on the best solution for you and your business.

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Still unsure whether you are actually entitled to training?

Not sure whether you are actually eligible for the training or continuing education program you want?

We analyze your situation and that of your company and advise you on the next steps.

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