Trade Union Mergers: Causes & Consequences

Abstract

Firstly, the method and scope of research is outlined, secondly, distinctions are made between merging unions, thirdly, the reasons for merging and the kinds of advantages sought by the major merging unions are considered and, fourthly, the continuing research into the consequences of mergers for the unions involved and the wider union movement is noted.

Citation

Undy, R. (1993), "Trade Union Mergers: Causes & Consequences", Management Research News, Vol. 16 No. 5/6, pp. 20-21. https://doi.org/10.1108/eb028289