Access to unmatched expertise

Members can draw on our 14 years' experience and expertise in the application of Information and Consultation (I&C) legislation, which is shared through:

• clear, concise briefings and position papers


• regular newsletters


• information exchanges with European Study Group experts and colleagues in other member companies


• a dedicated members-only section within European Study Group's website

Access to our strategic partners

European Study Group's network of strategic partners are leading experts in their field. Each organisation is familiar with the challenges employers face and can support members with specialist advice and services on key aspects of I&C. Our strategic partners deliver practical advice on the following areas:

• Employment law - Pinsent Masons


• Employee feedback - Getfeedback.net

Invaluable networking and benchmarking

Members are invited to:

• regular sector and regional meetings


• seminars with key speakers


• specific networking and benchmarking groups to debate European Study Group initiatives on new or developing issues

Influencing policy and legislation

European Study Group listens to issues raised by its members and liaises with the lawmakers to help shape workplace regulations and make them workable for both employers and their staff. Members benefit from:

• European Study Group's influential public affairs work in Brussels and Whitehall. This ensures its collective membership voice is heard by UK Government, other EU Member State governments, the European Commission and the European Parliament


• regular consultation on members' views on emerging employment and social legislation


• unique research and development projects conducted by European Study Group

Practical help and advice

When new laws are introduced, members can:

• receive guidance and practical advice on implementing UK workplace and transnational I&C arrangements


• contact a personal European Study Group consultant for advice on strategy, current practice and next-step guidance


• get advice from European Study Group's dedicated telephone helpline


• share experiences and discuss best practice with members facing similar issues

Bespoke consulting

European Study Group also offers members tailor-made consulting services and solutions, including:

• audit and analysis of existing I&C arrangements


• advice and assistance in developing UK workplace and transnational I&C strategies


• guidance on implementation of I&C arrangements


• audit of new arrangements to monitor and evaluate progress


• education and training for managers, employee representatives and employees


• crisis management support


• influencing targeted government decision-makers at Member State and EU level