The argument in this paper is that, while privatization creates difficulties for traditional forms of unionism, it also opens up the possibility of union renewal. Drawing on detailed case study evidence from telecommunications, gas and water, three related issues are examined. Managerial...

Intro -- CHANGING PROSPECTS FOR TRADE UNIONISM Comparisons between six Countries -- Copyright -- Contents -- List of Contributors -- List of Abbreviations -- 1 Introduction: Trade Unions Facing the Future -- 2 Unions in Australia: Struggling to Survive -- 3 Unions in Britain: Towards a New...