Working with trade unions: employers
Informing and consulting with unions
Employers must inform and consult with a recognised trade union about:
- collective redundancies
- transfers of business ownership
- certain changes to pension schemes
- health and safety
If you fail to consult the union about any of these, you’ll be breaking the law and could be fined - the amount depends on the situation.
You can also make voluntary agreements with unions to regularly inform and consult them about other business and workplace issues.
Read detailed guidance for consulting employees and their representatives on the Acas website.