Trade unions in Antigua and Barbuda have a significant presence in the workforce, representing approximately 75% of
Antigua and Barbuda workers.
Trade union
A trade union (labor union in American English), often simply referred to as a union, is an organization of workers intent on "maintaining or improving the conditions of their employment", ch. I such as attaining better wages and benefits ...
s operate freely, and the labour code recognizes the right to collective bargaining and
strike action. However, many industries are classified as "essential services", and may be restricted from striking or subject to enforced mediation.
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