Liability in subcontracting processes in the European construction sector

Against a backdrop of increased European and national policy attention regarding this highly sensitive issue, Eurofound has conducted a pioneering piece of research by analysing existing national legislation on liability in subcontracting processes in the construction sector. The report underlines the significant differences that exist between the various national liability regulations in place in the eight Member States under consideration (Austria, Belgium, Finland, France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands and Spain). The varying legal tradition and industrial relations cultures in the countries covered mean that research results are highly specific to each national situation and that few elements are transferable.