According to Ewing (2005):
Trade unions have a number of functions, some of which have been more prominent than others at different periods in history. But over the course of time trade unions have developed '''five principal functions'''.
These are respectively:
(1) a service function;
(2) a representation function;
(3) a regulatory function;
(4) a government function; and
(5) a public administration function.
Ewing's paper examines these different functions and argues that the balance is shifting, with more emphasis being placed on service, governmental and public administration functions. According to this author, we are witnessing the emergence of a new 'supply side trade unionism' with a corresponding dilution of their representative and regulatory functions
(Ewing, K.D., The Functions of Trade Unions, Industrial Law Journal, 34 (1))
According to Ewing (2005): Trade unions have a number of functions, some of which have been more prominent than others at different periods in history. But over the course of time trade unions have developed '''five principal functions'''. These are respectively: (1) a service function; (2) a representation function; (3) a regulatory function; (4) a government function; and (5) a public administration function. Ewing's paper examines these different functions and argues that the balance is shifting, with more emphasis being placed on service, governmental and public administration functions. According to this author, we are witnessing the emergence of a new 'supply side trade unionism' with a corresponding dilution of their representative and regulatory functions (Ewing, K.D., The Functions of Trade Unions, Industrial Law Journal, 34 (1))
The function of trade unions in Malaysia are protecting the integrity of the trade, achieve higher wages and benefits, and create safety standards and better working conditions. Trade unions in Malaysia are on the downhill turn, as workers are afraid the union won't protect them when renewing their work contracts.
The Labour Research Department of the UK is an independent research organization that provides a ton of information for UK trade unions, or labor unions as they're known in America.
Central Council of Trade Unions was created in 1921.
Trade Unions Forum was created in 2002-04.
trade unions had bettered the working conditions of the working class
Union of Trade Unions of Chad was created in 1991.
Confederation of Christian Trade Unions was created in 1904.
Zambia Congress of Trade Unions was created in 1965.
Iraqi Federation of Trade Unions was created in 2003.
Confederation of Estonian Trade Unions was created in 1917.
Vanuatu Council of Trade Unions was created in 1985.