Journal of Comparative Social Welfare, 25(2), June 2009, pp.99-107.
Publisher:
Taylor and Francis
... in the literature and develops a two-dimensional scheme of four different concepts. It is argued that pensions based on industrial agreements may compensate to a certain degree for solidarity losses caused by retrenchment policies.
Within the literature of welfare state retrenchment, the “solidarity-decline thesis” is discussed. It is argued that the privatisation of pension schemes leads to a decrease of solidarity. On the basis of an empirical analysis of collective agreements on pension in the Netherlands, Denmark, Germany and France, this article discusses this thesis. It reviews concepts of solidarity used in the literature and develops a two-dimensional scheme of four different concepts. It is argued that pensions based on industrial agreements may compensate to a certain degree for solidarity losses caused by retrenchment policies.
Work Employment and Society, 21(3), September 2007, pp.459-477.
Publisher:
Sage
... consultation committees introduced as part of partnership agreements in two employer dominant British life and pensions firms. Ineffective consultation in one firm reflected a conflictual industrial relations climate and management seeking retrenchment. In the other firm effective consultation developed notwithstanding employer dominance due to a more cooperative industrial relations climate, a history
Partnership agreements between employers and trade unions usually establish joint consultation committees for union representatives and managers to discuss workplace issues. According to conventional wisdom dominant employers use consultation under the rubric of partnership to reduce union influence and effectiveness. This article tests this assumption through a longitudinal study of new joint consultation committees introduced as part of partnership agreements in two employer dominant British life and pensions firms. Ineffective consultation in one firm reflected a conflictual industrial relations climate and management seeking retrenchment. In the other firm effective consultation developed notwithstanding employer dominance due to a more cooperative industrial relations climate, a history of cooperative management-union relations and management motives for adaptation. The findings suggest that consultation under partnership agreements enables effective union influence in such circumstances.
Scandinavian Journal of Social Welfare, 6(3), July 1997, pp.180-188.
Publisher:
Munksgaard/ Blackwell
This article focuses on the German Metal Workers' Union, the biggest single trade union in the Western world. Begins by examining the evolution of the membership of retirees in the unions. Then discusses the role of trade unions in the corporalist system, especially with respect to policies concerning the elderly. The link between retirement and the worksphere is also looked at. Briefly addresses the possible directions for the future, especially with regards to models of organisational representation.
This article focuses on the German Metal Workers' Union, the biggest single trade union in the Western world. Begins by examining the evolution of the membership of retirees in the unions. Then discusses the role of trade unions in the corporalist system, especially with respect to policies concerning the elderly. The link between retirement and the worksphere is also looked at. Briefly addresses the possible directions for the future, especially with regards to models of organisational representation.
Subject terms:
older people, pensions, retirement, social policy, trade unions, ageing, employment;
The booklet explains who can claim for what according to their circumstances, how to appeal against decisions, and there is also a section on how to calculate means-tested benefits. It highlights the benefits available to those on low incomes in or out of work, benefits for those who are sick or injured at work or have a disability, and details eight benefits for parents and children.
The booklet explains who can claim for what according to their circumstances, how to appeal against decisions, and there is also a section on how to calculate means-tested benefits. It highlights the benefits available to those on low incomes in or out of work, benefits for those who are sick or injured at work or have a disability, and details eight benefits for parents and children.
The booklet explains who can claim for what according to their circumstances, how to appeal against decisions, and there is also a section on how to calculate means-tested benefits. It highlights the benefits available to those on low incomes in or out of work, benefits for those who are sick or injured at work or have a disability, and details eight benefits for parents and children.
The booklet explains who can claim for what according to their circumstances, how to appeal against decisions, and there is also a section on how to calculate means-tested benefits. It highlights the benefits available to those on low incomes in or out of work, benefits for those who are sick or injured at work or have a disability, and details eight benefits for parents and children.
The Age Partnership Group is made-up of three separate partnerships in England, Scotland and Wales. All three consist of a range of organisations representing small, medium and large employers; local authorities; trade unions; training organisations; HR and personnel managers; pensions organisations and government departments. It is funded and co-ordinated by the Department for Work and Pensions. Legislation will outlaw age discrimination in employment and vocational training in 2006. It will cover private and public sectors. It will include every member of your workforce, young and old. This means employers will no longer be able to recruit, train, promote or retire people on the basis of age, unless it can be objectively justified.
The Age Partnership Group is made-up of three separate partnerships in England, Scotland and Wales. All three consist of a range of organisations representing small, medium and large employers; local authorities; trade unions; training organisations; HR and personnel managers; pensions organisations and government departments. It is funded and co-ordinated by the Department for Work and Pensions. Legislation will outlaw age discrimination in employment and vocational training in 2006. It will cover private and public sectors. It will include every member of your workforce, young and old. This means employers will no longer be able to recruit, train, promote or retire people on the basis of age, unless it can be objectively justified.
The LRD's annual State Benefits and Tax Credits 2005 has been re-organised to help easily find out about entitlements. The booklet explains who can claim for what according to their circumstances, how to appeal against decisions, and there is also a section on how to calculate means-tested benefits. It highlights the benefits available to those on low incomes in or out of work, benefits for those who are sick or injured at work or have a disability, and details eight benefits for parents and children.
The LRD's annual State Benefits and Tax Credits 2005 has been re-organised to help easily find out about entitlements. The booklet explains who can claim for what according to their circumstances, how to appeal against decisions, and there is also a section on how to calculate means-tested benefits. It highlights the benefits available to those on low incomes in or out of work, benefits for those who are sick or injured at work or have a disability, and details eight benefits for parents and children.
The introduction of tax credits for parents, workers without children, disabled employees and now for pensioners means that more people are entitled to financial support from the government. This makes it all the more important that union reps understand the new system and can answer members' questions to help ensure that they and their families claim what they are entitled to.The Pension Credit, introduced last October, provides guaranteed minimum levels of income for those over 60.
The introduction of tax credits for parents, workers without children, disabled employees and now for pensioners means that more people are entitled to financial support from the government. This makes it all the more important that union reps understand the new system and can answer members' questions to help ensure that they and their families claim what they are entitled to.The Pension Credit, introduced last October, provides guaranteed minimum levels of income for those over 60.
This document argues that too many working people have no access to an occupational pension at all. The challenge is to ensure that all workers have access to a quality pension whether provided through a final salary, defined contribution or stakeholder scheme. Workers on modest incomes may find it hard to maintain their current commitments and save for a pension. Consideration should be given to fiscal incentives, including a pension tax credit, to make saving more affordable for lower paid employees.
This document argues that too many working people have no access to an occupational pension at all. The challenge is to ensure that all workers have access to a quality pension whether provided through a final salary, defined contribution or stakeholder scheme. Workers on modest incomes may find it hard to maintain their current commitments and save for a pension. Consideration should be given to fiscal incentives, including a pension tax credit, to make saving more affordable for lower paid employees.
LRD's annual guide to state benefits and tax credits includes a new chapter on the Pension Credit, introduced in October 2003 to provide a minimum income for people over 60, as well as pensioners who have some savings. The booklet also explains the range of state benefits and includes the rates effective from April 2004.
LRD's annual guide to state benefits and tax credits includes a new chapter on the Pension Credit, introduced in October 2003 to provide a minimum income for people over 60, as well as pensioners who have some savings. The booklet also explains the range of state benefits and includes the rates effective from April 2004.
Subject terms:
income support, law, pensions, tax credits, taxation, trade unions, benefits, eligibility criteria, employment, health, health education, health needs;