Chapter I: Representativeness criteria.

The representativeness of trade union organisations is determined on the basis of the following cumulative criteria: 1° Respect for republican values; 2° Independence; 3° Financial transparency; 4° A minimum of two years’ seniority in the professional and geographical field covering the negotiation level. This seniority is assessed from the date of legal filing of the articles of association; 5° Audience established according to the negotiation levels in accordance with articles…

If it is necessary to determine the representativeness of a trade union or professional organisation other than those affiliated to one of the representative organisations at national level, the administrative authority will carry out an investigation. The organisation concerned shall provide the evidence available to it.