Unions Volkswagen criticised for “disastrous” layoff communications Workers accuse CEO of hiding information on cutbacks amid multi-plant shutdown plans iStock.com/TBE Image Josh Stephens Senior Reporter Monday 24 August 2026 Volkswagen is facing growing criticism from employees and their families over what they describe as “disastrous external communication” as the German automaker weighs further cost-cutting mea 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... Restructuring VW works council to grill CEO over proposed 140,000 job cuts Industrial action Germany’s automotive giants brace for a “hot summer” of disruption Unions Volkswagen under renewed scrutiny in Mexico ahead of USMCA review Collective Bargaining UAW ratifies first union contract at Tennessee VW facility