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UK Law Reference
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Employment Law
c. 52

Trade Union and Labour Relations (Consolidation) Act 1992

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Summary

Principal statute on trade unions, collective bargaining, and industrial action. Requires ballots for lawful strikes.

Key Points

  • Trade union recognition and collective bargaining
  • Protection for trade union activities
  • Lawful industrial action requires ballot and notice
  • Immunity from tort liability for lawful strikes

Parts & Sections

Amendments History

2016 — Trade Union Act 2016

50% turnout threshold for strike ballots.

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