En aquest moment hi ha 55 sindicats amb membres de Congrés, el que representa al voltant de 600.000 treballadors a Irlanda. membres de sindicats representen el 35% de la força laboral del país, per sota del 55% el 1980. 50% dels membres del sindicat estan en el sector públic. Els que s’oposen als sindicats d’Irlanda argumentar que els treballadors del sector públic tenen massa beneficis i el govern no pot ajustar-los a causa dels contractes d’unió. Els autors sostenen que els sindicats donen als treballadors una veu col·lectiva que cal negociar salaris i seguretat dels treballadors.
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How do you think workers should balance demands for better conditions with the risk of losing their jobs in today's economic climate?
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Have you or someone you know ever been in a situation where a labor union made a difference in their work-life balance?
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In your opinion, should unions have more or less influence over political decision-making related to workers' rights?
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How might a family’s financial stability be affected if the main breadwinner’s union goes on a long strike?
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Do you believe that workers should have the right to strike even if it causes significant disruptions to the economy or services?
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Can you think of any modern industries where unions are especially needed, or are there industries where unions might not be necessary at all?
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How would you feel about joining a union if it meant you had to regularly participate in protests or strikes?
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How do you think technology, remote work, or automation might change the importance of unions in the future?
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Have you ever considered the ethical responsibility businesses have towards their workers when it comes to wages and working conditions?
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In your opinion, is it better to negotiate as an individual or as part of a larger group, like a union, when seeking better pay or fair treatment at work?
