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Trade Unions & Employee Relations - Recent Developments & Key Issues Explored - Learn Live

Length
1.5 hours
Next course start
15 May, 2025 (+2 start dates)
Course delivery
Virtual Classroom
Length
1.5 hours
Next course start
15 May, 2025 (+2 start dates)
Course delivery
Virtual Classroom

Course description

Around one quarter of employees in the UK are a member of a trade union. Although that is certainly a lot less than the 1970s (when membership peaked) it is still a significant number. It is important, therefore, to understand the law relating to trade unions, the protection that members have and the law relating to industrial action.


In this virtual classroom seminar, we will look at the recent developments in legislation relating to trade unions, and the key issues to note. Presented by the widely published author and employment law specialist Kathy Daniels, the topics discussed will include the difference between an independent and dependent trade union, statutory and non-statutory recognition, lawful and unlawful industrial action, and more.

Upcoming start dates

Choose between 2 start dates

15 May, 2025

  • Virtual Classroom
  • Online
  • English

12 November, 2025

  • Virtual Classroom
  • Online
  • English

Outcome / Qualification etc.

Following all MBL courses, a certificate of attendance will be provided for those who are required to evidence their CPD activity to a professional body.

Training Course Content

Introduction

Around one quarter of employees in the UK are a member of a trade union. Although that is certainly a lot less than the 1970s (when membership peaked) it is still a significant number. It is important, therefore, to understand the law relating to trade unions, the protection that members have and the law relating to industrial action.

In this virtual classroom seminar, we will look at the recent developments in legislation, including the impact of the Strikes (Minimum Service Levels) Bill.

What You Will Learn

This live and interactive session will cover the following:

  • Trade Unions
    • The definition of a trade union
    • The difference between an independent and dependent trade union
  • Trade Union Representatives
    • The legal protection
    • Safety representatives
    • Learning representatives
    • Time off for duties
  • Trade Union Recognition
    • Statutory and non-statutory recognition
    • Derecognition
  • Industrial Action
    • Lawful and unlawful action
    • The ballot process
    • Picketing
    • Trade Union Act 2016
    • Managing the threat of action within an organisation
    • The use of agency workers

Expenses

From £144
MBL Seminars Limited
C/o Law Business Research
Holborn Gate, 330 High Holborn
WC1V 7QT London

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