| Autor: |
Hauser-Ditz, Axel, Hertwig, Markus, Pries, Ludger |
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Employee Relations; 2013, Vol. 35 Issue 5, p509-526, 18p |
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Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to analyse the distribution and the contextual conditions of statutory and non-statutory forms of employee representation in Germany (works councils and non-statutory employee representation (NSRs) respectively). It aims to contribute to the debate by proposing a theoretical model which improves our understanding of why works councils and NSRs exist in companies and by presenting an empirical analysis of the explanatory factors based on representative data. Design/methodology/approach – Based on a representative survey of 3,254 German private-sector companies, descriptive statistics and regression models are calculated in order to identify the contextual conditions which promote or prevent the establishment of the different forms of employee representation. Findings – The data show that the distribution of works councils and NSRs differs considerably between industries. Works councils are more likely to be found in large and relatively old traditional-sector companies with a high union density, while NSRs have a stronghold in (new) service sectors and smaller companies. NSRs are also more likely to be found in companies where management has a positive attitude towards employee involvement. Research limitations/implications – Although case studies indicate that there is a huge variety of NSRs, this study could only use a relatively broad category. Future survey research should analyse the various types of NSRs and works councils. Social implications – Works councils are still the main form of employee representation and the German model of industrial relations appears to be stable in terms of firm-level employee representation. However, with new service sectors becoming increasingly important (due to socio-economic development), this model may be in jeopardy. Originality/value – This paper extends previous research on the distribution and contextual conditions of works councils by providing a comprehensive analysis of works councils and NSRs, based on a representative survey that includes a variety of variables which have strong effects, but have not previously been examined in other studies. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR] |
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Complementary Index |
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