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About the European Labour Law Journal 

The European Labour Law Journal aims to be a leading academic journal in the area of European labour law and social policy. European labour law is viewed in a wide sense. It includes labour law at the European Union level as well as labour law in the Member States. Included is also a focus on developments of labour law at a global level taking into account its relevance for Europe. Attention is also paid to developments at the level of policy, legislation, case law as well as academic doctrine.

The Journal wishes to increase and foster the debate on the future of labour law in Europe and to increase the knowledge of labour law. It aims to better define the role of labour law in Europe and in light of a European Social Model which can provide solutions for the challenges facing the EU and its Member States, requiring a good combination of economic market performance and quality of life, good work and social justice In order to contribute to this, the Journal studies European labour law in national, European and international contexts. Current and future developments in Europe and the world necessitate a fundamental investigation of labour law in the EU and its Member States, and of the basic principles of labour law in Europe.

The Journal fills an existing gap in the academic community. Although there are many national and some internationally oriented labour law journals, none of them specifically addresses the EU as a central focus of attention, including developments of labour law in the EU at the level of the Member States. The European Labour Law Journal aims to be a leading academic journal in the area of European labour law and social policy. European labour law is viewed in a wide sense. It includes labour law at the European Union level as well as labour law in the Member States. It also pays attention to developments of labour law at a more global level and its relevance for the EU and its Member States. These various levels are seen as intrinsically connected and mutually interdependent. 

The Journal has a privileged partnership with the European Labour Law Network. It also has built up good relationships with the International Labour Organisation, the International Society for Labour Law and Social Security Law, the International Industrial Relations Association, and the European Foundation for Living and Working Conditions.

 

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Overview

  • Publisher: The journal is published by SAGE Publishing, a well-known academic publisher that provides a wide range of journals across various disciplines.
  • Focus and Scope: The ELLJ covers a broad spectrum of topics related to labor law, including but not limited to employment law, social security law, and industrial relations. The journal emphasizes the European dimension of labor law, addressing issues relevant to the EU as well as individual member states.

Content

  • Research Articles: The journal features scholarly articles that provide in-depth analysis and discussion on various aspects of labor law. These articles are typically peer-reviewed, ensuring high academic standards.
  • Case Law and Legislation: ELLJ often includes analysis of recent case law and legislative developments within the EU and its member states, providing readers with up-to-date information on changes and trends in labor law.
  • Comparative Studies: The journal frequently publishes comparative studies that examine labor law issues across different European countries, offering valuable insights into how different legal systems address similar challenges.