Dean Royles: maintaining employer-union partner relationships is critical

The future of industrial relations is far too important to let it be shaped by the poor experiences of some

Royles: Ending trade union 'check off' payments may have unintended consequences

Ending trade union deductions through payroll in the public sector came out of the blue. From what I can tell there has been no consultation with employers, no engagement with trade unions, no...

Government plans to scrap automatic union contributions

The government has announced plans to stop public sector workers automatically paying subscriptions to trade unions from their salaries.

UK employees increasingly working night shifts

There has been a significant increase in the number of UK employees working night shifts, according to a report from the TUC.

The power of an open mind in mediation

People embroiled in conflict express themselves in many different ways; some contain themselves in steely silence, others let rip with verbal tirades. But there is one behaviour that is close to...

The Power of an Open Mind

Tania coke talks of the possibilities of an open mind for conflict resolution.

Promoting positive social dialogue

The recession has created many challenges for employment relations in Europe. In such challenging times, it is important to stress one of the EU's core values; the strong belief that employers and...

Hot topic, part 2: Strike reform

New business secretary Sajid Javid has confirmed that the Tories will push ahead with tougher anti-strike laws. But are these stricter rules to be welcomed? Or could stronger regulation backfire?

Business secretary confirms tougher strike laws

Recently appointed business secretary Sajid Javid has confirmed the Conservative government will follow through on plans to toughen up strike laws.

Most UK businesses support strike law reform

The majority of UK businesses support reform to strike law, law firm Eversheds has found.

Could stronger strike controls backfire?

The Conservatives' proposals to limit and control strike action could backfire and lead to an increase in illegal activity.

High Court rules tribunal fees are lawful

The High Court yesterday (Wednesday 17 December) rejected a judicial review brought by trade union Unison to have tribunal fees ruled unlawful.