This book introduces human resource managers, trade union officers and students to the diversity of employee relations in Europe.Europe has experienced a period of rapid change in traditional employee relations. Employee Relations in Europe reviews current practice, analyses developments in Europe and the impact of EC decisions on employee relations.The areas covered include:* Employment and the labour market* Management and trade unions* Collective bargaining* Individual and collective rights* The role of governmentExamples of practice are drawn from across Europe, making this an invaluable guide to best practice throughout Europe for human resource managers, trade union officers and students alike.