Shop Floor Bargaining and the State

Discover the captivating insights of "Shop Floor Bargaining and the State" by Steven Tolliday, published by Cambridge University Press in 2011. This thought-provoking volume, comprising 272 pages, brings together seven insightful essays that delve into the complex dynamics between shop floor bargaining and state intervention.

Originally released in 1985, this updated edition critically examines the intricate relationship that exists in industrial relations. The authors provide rigorous analyses of historical circumstances, revealing that the role of the state can be contradictory—it is not merely a defender of managerial centralization.

This book is ideal for anyone interested in labor policy, industrial relations, and the pivotal interactions between workers and the state. Engage with this essential text and gain a deeper understanding of how bargaining practices evolve within the broader socio-political context.