writing the Works Council annual report: a mandatory task, but how do I do this?

I regularly get asked how the Works Council can stay connected to its constituents. The Works Council annual report is an excellent opportunity, and let's not forget: the annual report is mandatory.

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the Work Council's rights and duties

You've probably read that the Works Council has different rights, such as the right to advise and the right of consent on a whole list of topics. But the Works Council also has several responsibilities.

One of those is that you must answer to the people who have elected* you. Therefore, one requirement is to write an annual report on what the Works Council has done in the last calendar year.

mandatory publication: not just the Works Council annual report

According to the Works Council Act (WOR article 14h (Dutch)), the Works Council annual report is not the only mandatory publication. Other documents, such as minutes and agendas, must also be shared with the organisation. You can read more about this in the article 'Mandatory publication by the Works Council: explanations & tips' (Dutch).