Functions of a trade union
to help the workers in the workplace
to improve the conditions in the workplace
Why People join a Trade Union
union will fight redundancy and try to ensure that those being made redundant receive a satisfactory package
union will fight for higher wage increases
union will fight for longer holidays
unions will fight for shorter working week
health and safety issues at work
to ensure equal opportunities for the disabled, women and ethnic minorities
Why people do not join a trade union
in some companies there are no organised trade unions
well paid workers see no need to join a trade union
part-time workers find membership fees too high