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Transitional and saving arrangements for the trade union measures of the Employment Rights Act 2025 that came into force on 18 February 2026: for employers, unions and workers.
The draft Acas code of practice sets out revised guidance on time off and providing facilities for union duties.
Practical guidance to trade unions and employers to promote the improvement of industrial relations and good practice in the conduct of trade union industrial action ballots.
Guidance on the statutory procedure for the recognition and derecognition of trade unions for the purpose of collective bargaining.
Complaint form and guidance on who can complain to the Certification Officer, what you can complain about and how to complain.
Guidance for trade unions, independent scrutineers, employers and union members on the conduct of electronic and workplace balloting for statutory trade union ballots.
Certification Officer guidance on eligibility, the application process and application form CO1.
Guidance on picketing for employers, workers or members of the public who may be affected by a picket or any associated activities.
Annual return form AR21, ballots and industrial action spreadsheet, statement to members, notice to members and membership audit certificate (MAC).
Certification Officer (CO) guidance for trade unions that want to prove that they are independent from employers.
Guidance on the Employment Relations Act 1999 (Blacklisting) Regulations 2010.
This document contains Other related Documents for United Medical Associate Professionals Trade Union (UMAPs TU)
Guidance for applicants and unions attending a hearing with the Certification Officer (CO).
Describes the statutory requirements which apply to trade union elections.
Guidance on the citizen's right to prevent disruption because of industrial action.
Annual return form AR27, with guidance for completion.
Guidance on how a trade union political fund must be operated.
Blank electronic form and Ballots and Industrial Action Spreadsheet for Trade Unions completion
Guidance on what is meant by unjustifiable discipline by a trade union.
How to let the Certification Officer (CO) know about potential fraud or financial irregularities.
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