Unions and confidentiality: Court of Cassation validates disclosure restrictions

The Court of Cassation recently validated the removal of confidential information discussed within works councils (CSE) when a union wishes to publish it.

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The decision establishes legal limits on union transparency regarding trade secrets and business confidentiality.

This case law affects the balance between union rights to expression and employer confidentiality protection.

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