BusinessEurope Director General Markus J. Beyrer has expressed industry concerns ahead of the EU Member States meeting on the Platform Work Directive proposal. Beyrer emphasized that the "presumption of employment and additional regulatory burdens remain the key industry concerns around the Platform Work Directive."
Beyrer highlighted the importance of resolving key issues surrounding the proposed rebuttable presumption of employment, stating that it should respect the principles of proportionality and subsidiarity. He also stressed the need for Member States to have the ability to suspend legal presumptions when digital platforms challenge employment status decisions.
In addition, Beyrer pointed out the industry's worries about excessive regulatory burdens, including information requirements, impact assessments, staff training for algorithmic management systems, and experts for worker information and consultation.
Regarding the provisional trilogue deal reached on December 13, Beyrer noted that it fell short of addressing these key concerns. He urged EU policy-makers to address these issues before concluding a trilogue deal.