The Employment Relations Act 1999: A Practical Guide introduces radicalreforms to employment law affecting every business and organisation in thecountry. It is expected that the Act will create an upsurge in the numberof unfair dismissal claims against employers and lead to greater tradeunion involvement in the workplace. All employment lawyers, trade unionlawyers and personnel managers need to be aware of the practicalimplications of the Act.The Employment Relations Act 1999: A Practical Guide will ensure that youfully understand the implications of this important legislation. Itoffers expert guidance on the many burning questions raised by the Actincluding:What are the statutory procedures for trade union recognition andrepresentation?Under what circumstances can a trade union become "derecognised"?What rights do employees have in connection with their trade union activities?What are the changes to the rules governing parental leave and flexibleworking practices?What new rights do employees have in disciplinary and grievance hearings?What are the changes to compensation in unfair dismissal claims?