How to harmonise terms and conditions in a unionised workplace

Standardising pay and conditions is never an easy task, especially where such an exercise involves several groups of workers. We look at two harmonisation processes: one that led to a complete breakdown in industrial relations and another that was largely free from problems. 

• How to harmonise terms and conditions in a unionised workplace Among the advice given by our interviewees is that employers need to ensure that their line managers are properly trained to bargain effectively with trade unions during a harmonisation exercise. 

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