Employee/Employer relations Flashcards
What is meant by employer/employee relations?
Employer/employee relationsrefer to the communication that takes place between representatives ofemployeesandemployers. Much of theemployee relationsinvolveemployeesand employersworking together.
Outline 2 benefits to a business of good employee/employer relations
Increased levels of motivation if employers feel that their view counts, they may become more motivated. This may cause productivity to rise. It can also lead to a greater acceptance of decisions, since employees have been part of the decision making process and understand what the business is trying to achieve.
What is a trade union?
An organisation of employees that seeks to protect and improve the interests of its members. It does this by negotiating with employers on pay and conditions of work.
How has the role of trade unions changed?
Trade now promotes a partnership which it defines as employers and trade unions working together to achieve common goals such as fairness and competitiveness. To help this it urges businesses to recognise unions. Employers that recognise a union will negotiate with it over member’s pay and conditions.
