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

Describes ways and issues of recognizing skills learned in the workplace or through non-formal activities, as opposed to learning at formal educational and training institutions. Examines policies and practices carried out in five English-speaking countries.

Focuses on water and electricity services.

ILO pub. Article on comparison of features of paid educational leave in Australia, Canada, Ireland and the UK - refering to ILO Convention No. 140 and ILO Recommendation No. 148, comments on the extent to which provisions for paid educational leave have been included in national level labour...

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

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...

Traces developments in the prices and incomes Accord, and assesses its impact on wage restraint and labour relations.