European Works Councils are often dismissed as a post-Brexit technicality, yet for international hospitality groups they remain a quiet source of risk. As the UK legal framework unwinds, this moment is less about obligation and more about leadership. This article explores what EWCs really mean for hospitality and how leaders should respond.

Employment law changes planned for 2026 and 2027 are creating constant noise, but the real challenge for hospitality leaders is not new rules. It is how consistently, fairly, and confidently leadership shows up in everyday decisions. This article focuses on what is genuinely changing and where leadership behaviour will matter most.