Workers Strikes Rights
The right to strike is one of the most important mechanisms for protecting worker interests. It provides a way for the employee to force an employer into action when simpler negotiations are not possible.
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History
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During the Industrial Revolution, wages for workers were often paltry. The hours they were made to work in addition to the often horrid work conditions drove workers to try to establish some controls over their own fate. The right to strike and to push their employers to reform and grant higher wages was one tool for self-determination.
Law
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Many countries, to one extent or another, guarantee the right of workers to strike. This is especially the case with the European Union and its constituent states. They consistently reinforce the privileges of unions, workers and their ability to exhibit their grievances. This is seen as a fundamental right for employees in all or most industries.
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Exceptions
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In some cases, the worker may be denied the right to a strike. This is typically due to the timing of the strike and/or the industry they work in. For example, the government may prohibit a strike if it would cause a huge disturbance in the provision of public utilities or would compromise serious situations such as a war effort.
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