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Collective bargaining can have a significant impact on both morale and productivity:
- Job security agreements: When unions secure clear provisions on redundancy procedures or lay‑off protections, employees feel more secure in their positions. This sense of security tends to boost morale, leading to higher engagement and willingness to invest effort, which in turn raises productivity.
- Work‑life balance provisions: Negotiated arrangements such as flexible working hours or additional paid leave improve work‑life balance. Satisfied employees are less likely to experience burnout, resulting in lower absenteeism and higher output per worker.
Conversely, if negotiations are prolonged or result in perceived unfairness, morale can fall, causing disengagement and a drop in productivity.