Platform Work Directive

First comprehensive commentary on the EU Platform Work DirectiveDigitalisation is transforming the world of work - and digital labour platforms are at the heart of this change. Millions in Europe already work through platforms, often without legal clarity regarding their employment status. The new EU Directive on improving working conditions in platform work aims to address these challenges by introducing clear rules on employment classification, algorithmic management, and legal redress. It marks a milestone in European labour law.Article-by-article analysis with practical focus and EU-wide scopeThe English-language "Platform Work Directive - Article-by-Article Commentary" is the first to systematically analyse and contextualise the Directive. The commentary explores links to existing legal instruments, including the P2B Regulation, GDPR and AI Act, situates the Directive within the broader EU social policy framework, and examines implementation challenges across Member States.Key features