The evolution of Italian bilateral bodies and funds in a comparative perspective
Economic and Industrial Democracy
2022
43
1
February
32-51
collective bargaining ; social dialogue ; interest group ; social partners
Labour relations
https://doi.org/10.1177/0143831X20976334
English
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"In recent years, decentralised collective bargaining has been increasingly discussed in Italy. The importance of collective bargaining is often questioned, but sectoral agreements have various purposes and the related bilateral bodies and funds are managed jointly by social partner organisations. In comparison with peak-level social pacts, it is a less visible kind of cooperation, but particularly relevant in times of crisis. The article deals with the activity of bipartite bodies and funds. The analysis shows that they perform remarkable functions and could develop further. However, some problems also emerge from the comparison with bilateral experiences in other countries."
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