Workers, Unions, and Global Capitalism
Workers, Unions, and Global Capitalism

Author: Rohini Hensman

Publisher: Columbia University Press

Published: 2011-01-27

Total Pages: 585

ISBN-13: 0231519567

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While it's easy to blame globalization for shrinking job opportunities, dangerous declines in labor standards, and a host of related discontents, the "flattening" of the world has also created unprecedented opportunities for worker organization. By expanding employment in developing countries, especially for women, globalization has formed a basis for stronger workers' rights, even in remote sites of production. Using India's labor movement as a model, Rohini Hensman charts the successes and failures, strengths and weaknesses, of the struggle for workers' rights and organization in a rich and varied nation. As Indian products gain wider acceptance in global markets, the disparities in employment conditions and union rights between such regions as the European Union and India's vast informal sector are exposed, raising the issue of globalization's implications for labor. Hensman's study examines the unique pattern of "employees' unionism," which emerged in Bombay in the 1950s, before considering union responses to recent developments, especially the drive to form a national federation of independent unions. A key issue is how far unions can resist protectionist impulses and press for stronger global standards, along with the mechanisms to enforce them. After thoroughly unpacking this example, Hensman zooms out to trace the parameters of a global labor agenda, calling for a revival of trade unionism, the elimination of informal labor, and reductions in military spending to favor funding for comprehensive welfare and social security systems.

Understanding European Trade Unionism
Understanding European Trade Unionism

Author: Richard Hyman

Publisher: SAGE

Published: 2001-07-12

Total Pages: 216

ISBN-13: 9780761952213

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`Everyone concerned over the construction of a truly social Europe will learn much from this thoughtful and probing study." - Professor Colin Crouch, Istituto Universitario Europeo In this comprehensive overview of trade unionism in Europe and beyond, Richard Hyman offers a fresh perspective on trade union identity, ideology and strategy. He shows how the varied forms and impact of different national movements reflect historical choices on whether to emphasize a role as market bargainers, mobilizers of class opposition or partners in social integration. The book demonstrates how these inherited traditions can serve as both resources and constraints in responding to the challenges which confront trade unions in

The Palgrave Handbook of Environmental Labour Studies
The Palgrave Handbook of Environmental Labour Studies

Author: Nora Räthzel

Publisher: Springer Nature

Published: 2021-08-30

Total Pages: 896

ISBN-13: 303071909X

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In this comprehensive Handbook, scholars from across the globe explore the relationships between workers and nature in the context of the environmental crises. They provide an invaluable overview of a fast-growing research field that bridges the social and natural sciences. Chapters provide detailed perspectives of environmental labour studies, environmental struggles of workers, indigenous peoples, farmers and commoners in the Global South and North. The relations within and between organisations that hinder or promote environmental strategies are analysed, including the relations between workers and environmental organisations, NGOs, feminist and community movements.

Industrial Relations, Trade Unions, and Labour Legislation:
Industrial Relations, Trade Unions, and Labour Legislation:

Author: SINHA

Publisher: Pearson Education India

Published: 2006

Total Pages: 653

ISBN-13: 9332515190

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The second edition of Industrial Relations, Trade Unions, and Labour Legislation is an up-to-date interactive text, primarily related to issues in India. The book does, however, incorporate developments and practices in other countries, particularly UK and USA. Primarily designed for the students of management, economics, labour and social welfare, social work, commerce and similar disciplines this book will also be of interest to professionals in the field of labour relations and management.

Trade Unions and Labour Movements in the Asia-Pacific Region
Trade Unions and Labour Movements in the Asia-Pacific Region

Author: Byoung-Hoon Lee

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2019-09-16

Total Pages: 367

ISBN-13: 0429576080

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Recent developments in the world economy, including deindustrialisation and the digital revolution, have led to an increasingly individualistic relationship between workers and employers, which in turn has weakened labour movements and worker representation. However, this process is not universal, including in some countries of Asia, where trade unions are closely aligned with the interests of the dominant political party and the state. This book considers the many challenges facing trade unions and worker representation in a wide range of Asian countries. For each country, full background is given on how trade unions and other forms of worker representation have arisen. Key questions then considered include the challenges facing trade unions and worker representation in each country, the extent to which these are a result of global or local developments and the actions being taken by trade unions and worker representative bodies to cope with the challenges. This book is dedicated to the memory of Professor Keith Thurley, London School of Economics.

Industrial Peace & Role of Trade Unions In India
Industrial Peace & Role of Trade Unions In India

Author: Dr Bhim Singh

Publisher: Prabhat Prakashan

Published: 2014-01-01

Total Pages: 213

ISBN-13: 9350485451

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The economic development of a country is largely dependent upon the industrial growth and development. It is in this context that industrial peace acquires significance. Disturbed and non-conducive industrial environment proportionately affects the industrial growth adversely. And; therefore; the relationship obtainable in any industry is a matter of great concern. Industrial environment is the outcome of the interaction among the actors of industrial relations. In this context; trade union leaders become a very significant actor as the activities of their followers which build the industrial environment is the outcome of their actions. Industrial peace has to be established by all means and that is the need of the hour. This cannot be achieved without positive and constructive role of the trade union leaders. Trade union leaders have been viewed by authors as agents of adversarialism and it has been pronounced that they cannot imagine themselves making common cause with capital or even recognise that they have shared interest. Such impressions have been perceived by assessing the actions of their followers i.e. the workers. It is also argued that the leaders are not at all sensitive about their social responsibilities. The actions of workers or the followers of trade union leaders are directly proportional to the faith and confidence the followers have in their leaders. It is; therefore; very apt to assess and gauge the impression carried by the followers about their leaders. In the present scenario it is desirable that the leaders and their followers understand each other and their mutual relationship is harmonized to the maximum extent. A leader must have the capability to get himself acquainted with the developments taking place and communicate and direct his followers accordingly. The followers desire that their leader should rise from the level of fairly good to the level of exceptionally good. This maiden attempt of the author; Dr. Bhim Singh automatically gains significance and importance as he has been able to correlate the followers perceptions about leadership qualities desired by the followers and its linkage with creation of industrial peace. "INDUSTRIAL PEACE & ROLE OF TRADE UNIONS IN INDIA" by DR. BHIM SINGH: Authored by Dr. Bhim Singh, this book may focus on the concept of industrial peace and the role played by trade unions in India's labor landscape. It is likely to explore the dynamics of labor relations and conflict resolution. Key Aspects of the Book "INDUSTRIAL PEACE & ROLE OF TRADE UNIONS IN INDIA" by DR. BHIM SINGH: Labor Relations: The book may provide insights into the complexities of labor relations in India, including challenges and opportunities. Trade Unionism: It likely discusses the historical and contemporary roles of trade unions in safeguarding workers' rights and interests. Conflict Resolution: "INDUSTRIAL PEACE & ROLE OF TRADE UNIONS IN INDIA" may address strategies for achieving industrial peace and harmony in the workplace. Dr. Bhim Singh is likely an author and scholar specializing in labor studies and industrial relations in India.

The Statesman's Yearbook 2002
The Statesman's Yearbook 2002

Author: B. Turner

Publisher: Springer

Published: 2016-12-29

Total Pages: 2083

ISBN-13: 0230271308

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For the last 138 years, The Statesman's Yearbook has been relied upon to provide accurate and comprehensive information on the current political, economic and social status of every country in the world. The appointment of the new editor - only the seventh in 138 years - brought enhancements to the 1998-99 edition and these have been continued since then. Internet usage figures are included. Specially commissioned essays from major political and academic figures supplement country entries in areas of major upheaval and change. A fold out colour section provides a political world map and flags for the 191 countries of the world. The task of monitoring the pattern or flow of world change is never-ending. However, the annual publication of The Statesman's Yearbook gives all the information needed in one easily digestible single volume. It will save hours of research and cross-referencing between different sources. A prestigious and popular book, The Statesman's Yearbook is updated every 12 months. In a world of continual change The Statesman's Yearbook is a necessary annual purchase.

The TUC Overseas
The TUC Overseas

Author: Marjorie Nicholson

Publisher: Taylor & Francis

Published: 2024-10-21

Total Pages: 349

ISBN-13: 1040123309

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The TUC Overseas (1986) traces the decisions made by the Trades Union Congress in response to domestic and external influences and events, from its establishment of a joint international committee with the Labour Party in 1917 to the first congress of the World Federation of Trade Unions in 1945. In this crucial period the TUC played a part in the establishment of the International Labour Organization and in the reconstitution of the International Federation of Trade Unions and the Labour and Socialist International after the Great War, in the rivalry with the Communist International and the Red International of Labour Unions, and in the reunification of the international trade union movement in the final years of the Second World War. This international framework and the Labour Party’s imperial policy are treated here in relation to the TUC’s work first in India and then in the colonies.