262 Pages
by
Routledge
262 Pages
by
Routledge
262 Pages
by
Routledge
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Originally published in 1981, Trade Unions was written at a time when there was a widespread belief that Britain’s trade unions were undemocratic, obstructive and strike-prone. This book argues that throughout their history, British trade unions have played a reactive role, and that their objectives, organization and tactics have been shaped by the actions of others, whether employers,... Read more
1. History and Tradition 2. Trade Unions and the Law 3. Growth and Structure 4. Leaders and Members 5. Activity in the Workplace 6. Collective Bargaining 7. A Giant’s Strength?
Biography
Kevin Hawkins was Director General of the British Retail Consortium.
Review of the original edition of Trade Unions:
‘The student…will find in Alan Flanders a sure and lucid guide. The author writes with authority and puts fairly the issues involved in the many unresolved problems of our time.’ Higher Educational Journal.
