Trade Unions (Leaving Cert Business): Quizzes
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What is the fundamental principle behind how trade unions operate?
What is the fundamental principle behind how trade unions operate?
Strength in numbers
What is the role of ICTU in Ireland?
What is the role of ICTU in Ireland?
Umbrella org coordinating all trade unions
Which is Ireland's largest trade union?
Which is Ireland's largest trade union?
SIPTU
How is a shop steward selected?
How is a shop steward selected?
Elected by workplace colleagues
What is the key difference between official and unofficial disputes?
What is the key difference between official and unofficial disputes?
Official disputes provide legal protection
Are Irish employers legally required to recognise trade unions?
Are Irish employers legally required to recognise trade unions?
No, but must respect union rights
Which type of picketing is legal in Ireland?
Which type of picketing is legal in Ireland?
Primary picketing
What does the Industrial Relations Act 1990 say about closed shops?
What does the Industrial Relations Act 1990 say about closed shops?
They are illegal
What is a key benefit of trade union membership for employees?
What is a key benefit of trade union membership for employees?
Better pay through collective bargaining
What must occur before taking official industrial action?
What must occur before taking official industrial action?
Secret ballot of union members