PDSL and the ERA

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On 2 October 2000 the Employment Relations Act (ERA) came into force in New Zealand, replacing the decade old Employment Contracts Act (ECA). This means new collective and individual agreements (no longer called "contracts") need to comply with the new ERA.

Much of the controversy that has surrounded the Act has centred on the increased levels of control of unions. Undoubtedly there will be significant changes to many workplaces, particularly those that have previously had little or no union influence.

However, one thing doesn't change . . . the central importance of the relationship between employer and employee, even if there is now a chaperone standing by. Specifically, the Act "promotes good employment relations and mutual respect and confidence between employers, employees [and unions]". Not surprisingly, these are the types of values you would expect to find in successful workplaces anyway.

While complying with the legalities of the ERA is important, PDSL believes in creating workplace environments where employment relationships can flourish.

So how can we create outstanding workplace relationships that will enhance your organisations prosperity in an increasingly challenging business environment?

We invite you to inspect the PDSL HR Strategy.

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