Venue:
Delivered digitally via Zoom
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Date:
30/04/2026
Time:
09:30 - 16:00
Price:
£530.00 per person
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Working effectively with trade unions: Acas in collaboration with the CIPD


Overview

Working closely with trade unions can help organisations to:

  • improve employee relations
  • be seen as an employer of choice
  • reduce work conflict
  • support smoother change management
  • enhance communication channels

This training provides practical guidance for leaders and people professionals on how to build effective relationships with trade unions and embed a constructive partnership approach.


Co-delivered with the CIPD - this session offers valuable insights and perspectives from the leading professional body for HR and people development – giving attendees an added opportunity to learn directly from their expertise and experience. 

Business Need

It’s particularly valuable for those who are:

  • tasked with improving employee relations
  • involved in change management
  • looking to develop confidence in managing consultation,
  • negotiation, and partnership working with trade unions
  • needing to align people practices with organisational goals

Suitable For

This training covers: 

  • recognising and working with trade unions
  • consultation, negotiation and collective bargaining 
  • communication and information sharing
  • strengthening employer-union relationships 

 By the end of this training, attendees will be able to:

  • understand the role and purpose of trade unions
  • recognise the legal and practical aspects of working with trade unions
  • apply effective consultation and collective bargaining practices
  • communicate and share information effectively with trade unions
  • reflect and plan for ongoing improvement

Programme

Trainer led – online via Zoom

Duration - 6 hours/full day

The training session will include:

  • case studies 
  • polls/quizzes
  • group discussion
  • your questions answered through live chat

Attendees will also receive:

  • a digital certificate
  • a copy of the PowerPoint slides

We aim to make our training accessible for everyone. If you have specific accessibility needs, please let us know on your sign-up form.



Closed captions can be turned on for all our sessions run on Zoom.