Works Councils German court adds roadblock for platform worker co-determination efforts Sharing a central area of work is not enough to qualify for independent works council representation if there are no managerial functions, federal labour court rules iStock.com/BalkansCat Image Josh Stephens Senior Reporter Thursday 29 January 2026 Germany’s federal labour court (BAG) has declared the works council elections of a number of committees for delivery app Lieferando – known as Just Eat outside of Germany – are invalid, in a ruling Get AccessContinue reading International Employment LawyerAlready have access? Login now Email Enter your email address. Password Enter the password that accompanies your email address. Reset your passwordLog in Need access? Find out how to enjoy unlimited accessGet access You might also like... Platform Workers Uber declares victory in the Netherlands as court rules drivers can be self-employed Platform Workers India’s gig workers strike again, more protests to follow Platform Workers Uber Eats and DoorDash fail to block NYC tipping law Platform Workers Uber Eats ditches self-employment model after Spanish government pressure