In this paper we challenge the conventional view that strikes are caused by asymmetric information regarding firm … profitability such that union members are uninformed. Instead, we build an expressive model of strikes where the perception of … offers and the incidence of strikes. Furthermore, while asymmetric information is still important in causing strikes, we find …

In this paper we challenge the conventional view that strikes are caused by asymmetric information regarding firm … profitability such that union members are uninformed. Instead, we build an expressive model of strikes where the perception of … offers and the incidence of strikes. Furthermore, while asymmetric information is still important in causing strikes, we find …

Using cross-country data, this paper investigates the relationship between workplace representation and strikes. Works …, and also more strikes than establishments with union workplace representation where union members are in a minority …

motivation, and staff retention. The evidence is mixed. From one perspective, the expression of collective voice through works …

In this paper we challenge the conventional view that strikes are caused by asymmetric information regarding firm … profitability such that union members are uninformed. Instead, we build an expressive model of strikes where the perception of … offers and the incidence of strikes. Furthermore, while asymmetric information is still important in causing strikes, we find …

In this paper we challenge the conventional view that strikes are caused by asymmetric information regarding firm … profitability such that union members are uninformed. Instead, we build an expressive model of strikes where the perception of … wage offers and the incidence of strikes. Furthermore, while asymmetric information is still important in causing strikes …

heightened employee motivation. In discussing the outcomes of different types of industrial action or threatened industrial …

Using cross-country data, this paper investigates the relationship between workplace representation and strikes. Works …, and also more strikes than establishments with union workplace representation where union members are in a minority …

The conventional explanation for strikes is that they are caused by an asymmetry of information about the profitability … of the firm — union members are uninformed whereas management are informed. Instead, this paper builds a model of strikes … increases both wage offers and the incidence of strikes. An empirical test using UK data provides support for the predictions …