Jan Einhaus, LL.M. (Wellington)

A general obligation to vaccinate against COVID-19 is being debated all over Germany, but it has already been set up in parts of the working world. As early as December 10, 2021, the legislature introduced the so-called facility-based vaccination obligation for employees in health and care professions through Section 20a of the Infection Protection Act (IfSG).

The 2021 federal election is history and the next election is already looming on the horizon, namely the 2022 works council elections. Next year, the regular works council elections will again take place in the period from March 1 to May 31. The preparations for the election and the election campaign have already begun, so from the employer's point of view it is worth familiarizing yourself with the requirements and regulations for the election in good time.