130 Pages
by Routledge

130 Pages
by Routledge

130 Pages
by Routledge

Originally published in 1955, this book describes in a clear and concise way the nature of a Trade Union in England from the legal point of view, the particular aspects of the Law which make it possible for Trade Unions to carry on their activities and the restraints which the Law place on them for the protection of their members and the community. It briefly reviews the history of Trade Union... Read more

1. The Trade Union System 2. Historical Introduction 3. What a Trade Union Is 4. Types of Trade Unions 5. Common Law 6. Privileges 7. Modification of the Criminal Law 8. Rules of a Trade Union 9. Political Activities 10. Domestic Tribunals and Disciplinary Powers 11. Actions By and Against Trade Unions 12. The General Strike 13. Conciliation and Arbitration.

Biography

Will Paynter was General Secretary of the National Union of Mineworkers from 1959 to 1969.