It is normally accepted that the public sector includes, on the one hand, the public service, consisting of State administrations and public bodies throughout the country (at the regional and local levels) and, on the other hand, public enterprises, which are owned wholly or in part by the State...

Examines legislative changes since 1990 in Central and Eastern European countries with regard to the mechanisms, institutions and levels of collective bargaining, the legal nature of collective agreements, union representativeness, and labour dispute settlement.

Offers a comparative analysis of recent developments in collective bargaining, with particular respect to negotiations on employment and competitiveness.

Reviews the main areas of trade union concern arising from the application of computing and information technology since the late 1970s.

Presents the major findings from the national survey into shift work and rostering arrangements conducted in February 2000. Covers trends from 1978 to 1998. Discusses the implications of these trends for working hours, occupational health and safety, family and community life, and industrial...

Looks at developments of industrial relations, employment conditions, corporate restructuring, and health and safety issues in the offshore sector during the period 1999-2003. Considers in how far ILO standards, notably those regarding freedom of association, consultation and communication, are...