Definition of «affiliated trade unions»

The term "affiliated trade unions" refers to a group or organization of workers that are members of different labor organizations, but have come together under one umbrella for the purpose of collective bargaining and representation. These affiliated trade unions may share common goals, ideals, and objectives in their pursuit of better working conditions, wages, benefits, and other rights for their members. They often work together to negotiate contracts with employers or engage in political activism to advance their causes.

Sentences with «affiliated trade unions»

Only the leaders of the three biggest affiliated trade unions sounded any notes of caution. (politics.co.uk)
As most of you will know, the big decision lies with an electoral college split equally three ways between the 271 MPs and MEPs, all party members (around 165,000) and members of affiliated trade unions and socialist societies (an eclectic bunch that includes the Fabian Society, the Jewish Labour movement, the Christian Socialist Movement, Scientists for Labour and the Labour Animal Welfare Society; you can see a full list here). (newstatesman.com)
To open dialogue with affiliated trade unions to win support at Labour Party conferences for democratic rule changes and for pro-working-class policies on issues such as cuts, the living wage, jobs, and trade union rights. (leftfutures.org)
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