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...

This comprehensive survey of continuity and change in trade unions looks at five primarily English-speaking countries: the USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand and the UK. The authors consider the recent re-examination by trade union movements of the basis of union organization and activity in...