Originally published in 1987, this book traces the historical and sociological dimensions of the Trade Union movement and analyses the nature of the trade unions’ involvement in the UK Labour Party during the 1970s and 80s. It discusses the review campaigns, and their implications, both for trade unions specifically and for politics in general. From the viewpoint of the trade unions, this book tells of an experience which was, for the Thatcher era, uniquely successful and innervating, opening up new approaches to campaigning.
Author(s): Derek Fatchett
Series: Routledge Library Editions: Trade Unions, 6
Publisher: Routledge
Year: 2022
Language: English
Pages: 142
City: London
Cover
Half Title
Title Page
Copyright Page
Original Title Page
Original Copyright Page
Table of Contents
Introduction
1. Trade Union Political Funds – An Historical Perspective
2. The 1984 Act: Its Background and Implications
3. Ballots: The Attractive Option
4. The Labour Party and the Trade Unions
5. The Campaign
6. Explanations and Implications
7. Future Developments
Conclusion
Appendix: Review Ballot Results
Bibliography
Index
