The case of Sandra Nogueira and Others v Crewlink Ireland ltd and Miguel José Moreno Osacar v Ryanair Designated Activity Company. Comment to Court of Justice of the European Union (Second Chamber),judgement of 14 September 2017,Case C-168/16

Abstract

One of the most fascinating branches of labour law – i.e. international labour law – is at the heart of a recent judgement of the ECJ. The case of Sandra Nogueira gives fruitful legal insights into Ryanair’s disadvantaging treatment of its employees and employees seconded as cabin crew with it. In this case note the author will first outline the ruling of the ECJ, and will then illustrate the impact of this important decision on legal practice.