The Work of Trade Unions
- Workers pay a monthly fee to join a trade union
- The fee is called a subscription
- Their membership ends when they stop paying this fee
- Benefits of union membership include
- Collective bargaining
- Job-specific training
- Legal representation in disputes
- Discounts on a wide range of goods/services
- When collective bargaining fails & discussions break down, trade unions have several methods of forcing employers/governments to continue engaging with them
- These methods are collectively referred to as industrial action & include
- Strikes
- Overtime bans
- Work to rule
- Go-slows
- These methods are collectively referred to as industrial action & include
The Focus of Trade Union Efforts
1. Collective bargaining on wages, working conditions & contractual terms |
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2. Protecting the employment of their workers |
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3. Influencing government policy |
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