What if we recognise a trade union?
The law doesn’t give trade unions any special role or privileges in this area. But unless you positively want to upset them, you are best talking to them about what you want to do. The law gives employers a lot of freedom as to the role trade unions will play. Most companies who recognise unions and also have a consultation forum don’t give the unions automatic places – union reps usually have to get themselves voted on by their colleagues (and don’t always succeed).
