Alternative dispute resolution describes a range of techniques that involve a neutral third party helping to resolve a dispute between two parties, before recourse to courts or tribunals is necessary. Types of alternative dispute resolution include arbitration, conciliation, mediation and early neutral evaluation.
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The deployment of army reservists in Iraq requires a balancing act between the employee's right to be reinstated on their return, and the employer's right to protect its business interests. John Charlton reports on the state of play so far
The European Court of Justice is Europe’s supreme legal body that ensures legislation is consistent in each member state. Its...
While a slight upturn in membership numbers has given unions hope for a revival, fear of the 'awkward squad' could ensure that this is only a blip in a long downward slope to oblivion.
The shadow of European interference still dominates in the media despite the recent appearance of US 'union busters'
HR is right to believe cynicism is a major threat to working life, but remember: cynics have never been a barrel of laughs
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Is the UK standing at the brink of a new wave of industrial action with unions gaining new powers and...
