Employment Relationships Act and Worker Participation Act — AI at work
Slovenian employment law protects workers’ personal data and dignity and gives workers’ representatives a say when new technologies are introduced.
What it means for AI
Introducing AI that monitors or evaluates employees (productivity tracking, AI in hiring) needs a legal basis, prior information and consultation of the works council or trade union. The AI Act adds: inform workers before high-risk AI is used at the workplace (Art. 26(7)).
What you must do
- Collect only employee data needed for the employment relationship.
- Consult workers’ representatives before introducing technology that affects work.
- Include AI rules in internal acts (e.g. an AI usage policy) and train staff.
Examples
Very likely disproportionate; at minimum a DPIA, consultation and a clear purpose are needed.
Tell candidates, keep a person responsible for decisions and check for discrimination; high-risk under the AI Act from Dec 2027.
Labour Inspectorate; for personal data the Information Commissioner.
General information, not legal advice — consult a lawyer for borderline cases. Regulations reviewed on 29 Sep 2026.