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We encourage fair and efficient arrangements in the workplace by resolving collective disputes in England, Scotland and Wales, either by voluntary agreement or, if necessary, through a legal decision. CAC is a tribunal of th…
Employer's responsibilities during the process of union recognition.
As an employer you may need to work with trade unions that represent…
The union must ask you - the employer - in writing if you’ll agree to…
The union can apply to the Central Arbitration Committee (CAC) for…
The ‘bargaining unit’ is the group of employees that will be represented…
Your employees will be balloted about whether they want the union to be…
You can complain to the Central Arbitration Committee (CAC) if the union…
You and the union will not need to continue negotiations if the union…
New changes due to the Employment Rights Act 2025
Access and unfair practices during recognition and derecognition ballots
Below you'll find answers to frequently asked questions about the CAC.
Outcomes and decisions for applications to the CAC under all jurisdictions
This guidance is on a Union making an application to be recognised for collective bargaining
The submission of applications and complaints to the CAC.
A Guide for Employers and Employees to the role of the Central Arbitration Committee (CAC) for these regulations
Outcome(s) by the Central Arbitration Committee on an application from CWU.
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