Today, there is virtually no legal system that does not enshrine collective bargaining – as the foundation of a balance of forces in the labour market. At each level it is conducted (international - European - national - sector - local - unit), it determines the way labour relations are...

Labour Law is dealing with a period of tremendous changes, which may even jeopardise its legitimacy. Solidarity between employees has lost its vigour since the organisational culture of the company shows a trend towards internal competition. Indeed, decreased union membership and increased...