The latest episode of ‘The Case’ podcast delves into the landmark judgment of the Court of Justice of the European Union in Case C-19/23 Denmark v European Parliament and Council, a decision that reshapes the legal and political landscape surrounding the EU’s Minimum Wages Directive. At a moment when social policy occupies a central and contested place in the European agenda, this ruling raises fundamental questions about the boundaries of EU action and the future of Europe’s social model.

This episode features a in-depth conversation between Professor Catherine Barnard (University of Cambridge) and Associate Professor Luca Ratti (University of Luxembourg), two renowned experts in EU labour law. Together, they unpack the Court’s reasoning and explore its potential consequences for national labour systems and EU governance.

‘The Case’ is a podcast series developed by EU Law Live with the support Católica Global School of Law, bringing critical developments in EU law to the forefront through insightful dialogue with leading experts.

Listen to the episode here.