Google workers council expresses 'deep concern' over lack of information on continuing layoffs 

Cuts to Google's Irish staff have continued into 2024, with fears that layoffs are happening in small but regular rounds and being kept under the radar

Fears of layoffs at Google continue to impact Irish staff with concerns that the company’s effort to reduce its headcount has not been properly communicated. Photo: Sam Boal/RollingNews.ie

A European-wide council of Google workers has called for clarity from senior management on the ongoing layoffs taking place across its operations. 

The European Works Council (EWC), which was formed in December last year, is an internal group established under Irish law which gives staff the right to be consulted with over issues relating to job cuts, investments, mergers and acquisitions and its financial situation.