New ways of managing conflict are increasingly important features of work and employment in organizations. In the book the world's leading scholars in the field examine a range of innovative alternative dispute resolution (ADR) practices, drawing on international research and scholarship and covering both case studies of major exemplars and developments in countries in different parts of the global economy. Developments in the management of individual and collective conflict at work are addressed, as are innovations in both unionized and non-union organizations and in the private and public sectors. New practices for managing conflict in organizations are set in the context of trends in workplace conflict and perspectives on how conflict should be understood and addressed. Part 1 examines the changing context of conflict management by addressing the main frameworks for understanding conflict management, the trend in conflict at work, developments in employment rights, and the influence of HRM on conflict management. Part 2 covers the main approaches to conflict management in organizations, addressing both conventional and alternative approaches to conflict resolution. Conventional grievance handling and third-party processes in conflict resolution are examined as well as the main ADR practices, including conflict management in non-union firms, the role of the organizational ombudsman, mediation, interest-based bargaining, line and supervisory management, and the concept of conflict management systems. Part 3 presents case studies of exemplars and innovators in the field, covering mediation in the US postal service, interest-based bargaining at Kaiser-Permanente, 'med-arb' in the New Zealand Police, and judicial mediation in UK employment tribunals. Part 4 covers international developments in conflict management in Germany, Japan, The United States, Australia, New Zealand, the United Kingdom and China. This Handbook gives a comprehensive overview of this growing field, which has seen an huge increase in programmes of study in university business and law schools and in executive education programmes.

The Oxford Handbook of Conflict Management in Organizations (Oxford Handbooks)

Roche, William K.

Teague, Paul

Colvin, Alexander J.S.

Business

Oxford University Press

The UK’s departure from the EU has profoundly affected the politics and economics of Northern Ireland. Brexit has shattered a political accommodation that was taking shape in the region that involved nationalism and unionism refraining from aggressively pursuing their own objectives or making excessive demands on each other. Economically, it has made the task of building an innovative economy in the region immeasurably more difficult. Without radical change, Northern Ireland is destined to be an economic outhouse of an under-performing UK economy. 
This book represents the first systematic study of the impact of Brexit on the political and economic future of Northern Ireland and Ireland. It provides a detailed assessment of the consequences of the Belfast Agreement and highlights how Brexit imperils the advances that have been made since its signing in 1998. It makes a dispassionate assessment of the changes that may be necessary to create a stronger Northern Ireland economy. On the one hand, demands for the immediate unification of Ireland that are now being made loudly and persistently by nationalists and republicans are considered too precipitous. The two economies on the island are not yet ready for Irish unity. On the other hand, the book argues the case for a radical reorientation of the Northern Ireland economy through the incremental creation of an all-Ireland economy. 
The book cuts through the rhetoric that characterizes so much discussion about the Northern Ireland economy and provides a hard-headed appraisal of not only its structure and performance, but also the economic feasibility of Irish unity.

Brexit and the Political Economy of Ireland: Creating a New Economic Settlement (Routledge Studies in the European Economy)

Reference

Routledge

The UK's departure from the EU has profoundly affected the politics and economics of Northern Ireland. Brexit has shattered a political accommodation that was taking shape in the region that involved nationalism and unionism refraining from aggressively pursuing their own objectives or making excessive demands on each other. Economically, it has made the task of building an innovative economy in the region immeasurably more difficult. Without radical change, Northern Ireland is destined to be an economic outhouse of an under-performing UK economy. This book represents the first systematic study of the impact of Brexit on the political and economic future of Northern Ireland and Ireland. It provides a detailed assessment of the consequences of the Belfast Agreement and highlights how Brexit imperils the advances that have been made since its signing in 1998. It makes a dispassionate assessment of the changes that may be necessary to create a stronger Northern Ireland economy. On the one hand, demands for the immediate unification of Ireland that are now being made loudly and persistently by nationalists and republicans are considered too precipitous. The two economies on the island are not yet ready for Irish unity. On the other hand, the book argues the case for a radical reorientation of the Northern Ireland economy through the incremental creation of an all-Ireland economy. The book cuts through the rhetoric that characterizes so much discussion about the Northern Ireland economy and provides a hard-headed appraisal of not only its structure and performance, but also the economic feasibility of Irish unity.

Brexit and the Political Economy of Ireland (Routledge Studies in the European Economy)

Recession at Work (Routledge Advances in Management and Business Studies)

How has the recession affected the conduct of human resource management? How have HR departments and managers fared? Have leading firms taken measures to sustain and revive their businesses through innovative HR measures? How have union representation and influence been affected? Is the recession reshaping work and employment practices?  These are among the questions answered in Recession at Work, the first systematic study in Europe to deal with the effects of the economic crisis on people at work. Drawing on survey data for Ireland provided by nearly 500 managers responsible for human resources, on focus groups of HR managers and trade union officials, and on detailed case studies of six major firms, the book provides an unrivalled picture of the effects of the current recession on how people are managed and how they are represented by trade unions. Examining the effects of the Irish recession on work and employment in the context of international experience and commentary, this book provides detailed information and analysis on the ways in which firms have sought to handle the challenges that have arisen since the severe reverse in Ireland’s economic fortunes in 2008.

Roche, Bill

Coughlan, Anne

Fahy, Majella

History

The European Community: the Social Dimension: Labour Market Policies for 1992 (Issues in Human Resource Management)

Business & Money

Economics

Kogan Page.

In this refreshingly different look at politics in Northern Ireland, the authors argue that the time has come for a completely new perspective. After reviewing the political conflicts of the last two decades, they conclude that there are repeated failures of understanding between the internal political actors in the North and their supposed external allies. The Anglo-Irish Agreement and the Framework documents are recent illustrations of the British government's desire to minimalise its presence in the North - a policy likely to be continued by Labour, and of the gap between the Irish government's rhetorical commitment to nationalism and the reality of contemporary politics in the South.The authors maintain that neither unionists nor nationalists have a perspective which can engage with the real economic and political conditions of the 1990s. Though not sanguine about the prospects for change, they argue the need for the development of a modern democratic politics in the North, which can move beyond the present stalemate.

The Political Future of Northern Ireland

Bew, Paul

Patterson, Henry

Europe

Lawrence & Wishart Ltd

How has the recession affected the conduct of human resource management? How have HR departments and managers fared? Have leading firms taken measures to sustain and revive their businesses through innovative HR measures? How have union representation and influence been affected? Is the recession reshaping work and employment practices? These are among the questions answered in Recession at Work, the first systematic study in Europe to deal with the effects of the economic crisis on people at work. Drawing on survey data for Ireland provided by nearly 500 managers responsible for human resources, on focus groups of HR managers and trade union officials, and on detailed case studies of six major firms, the book provides an unrivalled picture of the effects of the current recession on how people are managed and how they are represented by trade unions. Examining the effects of the Irish recession on work and employment in the context of international experience and commentary, this book provides detailed information and analysis on the ways in which firms have sought to handle the challenges that have arisen since the severe reverse in Ireland’s economic fortunes in 2008.

A secret bunker. A deep darkness. Can Dan put the pieces together before the whole world is lost?Dan Tracy figured he was your average teen. Sure, he’s homeschooled and had a twin who died in a weird accident a few years prior, but for the most part, he was pretty normal. While on a surprise trip to a disused Cold War bunker, his “normal” life becomes anything but. When a dark and sinister force begins spreading across the world, Dan is trapped below ground and separated from his family. As all of humanity is forced to deal with the crisis, Dan must come to terms with his new surroundings. In his search for his loved ones, he discovers the bunker is actually a state-of-the-art operations center… and Dan has been granted full access. But who is in control here? What role do they have in the havoc above ground? And what do they want with Dan?Darkness Falls is the first book in a modern-day sci-fi dystopian thriller. If you like fast-paced apocalyptic action, captivating characters, and stories that keep you reading all night long, then you’ll love Paul Teague’s Secret Bunker Trilogy. Buy Darkness Falls to join the fight to save humanity today! What readers are saying  The Secret Bunker set a quick pace towards a culmination of events with a meeting of all the main characters and left me gripped along the way. It's not often I pre order the next book but I did in this case, there's no way I'm missing what happens next.  I'm fascinated by the fact that Paul manages to provide an authentic teenage voice for his prime character all the way through. Looking forward to seeing what comes in the second of the trilogy which I've already pre-ordered, need I say more?  Really enjoyed this adventure seen through the eyes of the teenage lead character - his voice was so true and compelling. I'm looking forward to reading the others and would rather like to go and visit the real bunker!  Thoroughly enjoyed this as it keeps you intrigued all the way through. Must get on to part 2 now.  I really enjoyed this book and had a hard time putting it down, I can't wait to see what happens next in book two! 5 Stars, I really enjoyed it!  ... the action is intense and lots of twists and turns abound until the last page is turned. At the conclusion, the reader is left wondering about many events that are still in progress. Wow...... The characters are well defined, plot is fantastic and the ending leaves us waiting for the next part. At least February is not too far off! Most highly recommended. Author Q&A  What gave you the idea for The Secret Bunker Trilogy? The series was inspired by a family visit to a real-life location called 'Scotland's Secret Bunker'. It's an amazing place, spread out over two levels and each floor the size of a football pitch. The Secret Bunker is a former Cold War bunker in Fife, Scotland, UK where the Scottish Government would have been based in the event of a nuclear war. These days it's an amazing tourist destination. What can we expect in The Secret Bunker Trilogy? The story is action-packed right from the start, but it's not at all clear what's happening to the world outside the bunker. The protagonist, Dan Tracy, finds himself right in the heart of whatever is going on. He hasn't got a clue what's happening, but he soon discovers that he's right in the middle of a wordwide crisis! What's next for you? I still have a final trilogy sketched out which will bring together the worlds of The Secret Bunker and The Grid. There are clues in there if you know where to look! First though, I'll be writing a trilogy of thrillers ... then it's back to the sci-fi! [Note: This book has a cliffhanger ending]

The Secret Bunker: Part One: Darkness Falls (The Secret Bunker Trilogy)

Science Fiction & Fantasy

Science Fiction

CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform

The entire planet is paralysed by a deadly shroud of darkness.   Only those trapped in the secret bunker can save it.   But they are not alone. A hidden enemy is battling for control of the Earth, and he's ready to sell it to the highest bidder. He harbours a deep grudge against the government leaders who cast him aside with barely a second thought. Now it's time for revenge ... and the whole world is going to pay. As Dan Tracy continues his terrifying journey through the deep tunnels of the secret bunker, he gets help from an unexpected source. Only they were supposed to be dead ...  What readers are saying about The Secret Bunker The Secret Bunker set a quick pace towards a culmination of events with a meeting of all the main characters and left me gripped along the way. It's not often I pre order the next book but I did in this case, there's no way I'm missing what happens next. ... Paul manages to provide an authentic teenage voice for his prime character all the way through. Looking forward to seeing what comes in the second of the trilogy which I've already pre-ordered, need I say more? Really enjoyed this adventure seen through the eyes of the teenage lead character - his voice was so true and compelling. I'm looking forward to reading the others and would rather like to go and visit the real bunker! I really enjoyed this book and had a hard time putting it down, I can't wait to see what happens next in book two! 5 Stars, I really enjoyed it! ... the action is intense and lots of twists and turns abound until the last page is turned ... The characters are well defined, plot is fantastic and the ending leaves us waiting for the next part ... Most highly recommended.   [Note: This book has a cliffhanger ending] The Secret Bunker: The Four Quadrants is the second in a trilogy of books by author Paul Teague. The Secret Bunker: Darkness Falls is the first book in the series and available on Amazon via Createspace and Kindle. Author Q&A  What gave you the idea for The Secret Bunker Trilogy?  We'd been on a trip to Anstruther in Fife, UK and needed a rainy day activity for the kids.  Among the leaflets in our holiday cottage was one advertising Scotland's Secret Bunker.  It was built to help safeguard Scotland during the Cold War in the event of a nuclear attack.  The Secret Bunker lies 100 feet underground and is the size of two football pitches.  It's an amazing place and we had a great visit, though the story idea didn't follow for some time afterwards.  You can see Scotland's Secret Bunker for yourself at secretbunker.co.uk  What made you start writing the trilogy?  I'd spotted a writing competition online which was being run by Chicken House Publishing.  My wife, my sister and one of my children had expressed an interest in writing, so I passed the competition to them.  It only needed 5000 words to get started, so I guess this must have started percolating in my head.  I woke up one morning with a very dramatic opening to a story.  It was an image of somebody getting trapped in the bunker while their loved ones were running towards them.  The huge bunker doors slammed shut, separating them, and I began to wonder what might have caused that to happen.  I jumped out of bed and wrote the beginning of the story.  It was much easier than I thought it would be to write a series of three books, I really enjoyed ramping up the level of jeopardy in each one.

The Secret Bunker: The Four Quadrants (The Secret Bunker Trilogy)

The Earth is burning, the result of vicious sabotage on the terraforming programme that was meant to save it ...  Two hundred nuclear weapons have been launched at key targets across the planet ...  An alien species is gathering warships while the world sleeps, unable to defend itself ...  A ruthless cybernetic army is about to erase all traces of life in the bunkers, controlled by their Queen ...  And a genetic timebomb is ticking in the bodies of the only people who can put an end to this deadly assault.  Dan Tracy must face his worst fears as he stares his new enemy directly in the eyes.  But only one can survive the final battle in space, only one will make it out alive ...  The Secret Bunker: Regeneration is the final story in a trilogy of books by author Paul Teague. What readers are saying about The Secret Bunker The Secret Bunker set a quick pace towards a culmination of events with a meeting of all the main characters and left me gripped along the way. It's not often I pre order the next book but I did in this case, there's no way I'm missing what happens next. ... Paul manages to provide an authentic teenage voice for his prime character all the way through. Looking forward to seeing what comes in the second of the trilogy which I've already pre-ordered, need I say more? Really enjoyed this adventure seen through the eyes of the teenage lead character - his voice was so true and compelling. I'm looking forward to reading the others and would rather like to go and visit the real bunker! I really enjoyed this book and had a hard time putting it down, I can't wait to see what happens next in book two! 5 Stars, I really enjoyed it! ... the action is intense and lots of twists and turns abound until the last page is turned ... The characters are well defined, plot is fantastic and the ending leaves us waiting for the next part ... Most highly recommended.   Author Q&A  What gave you the idea for The Secret Bunker Trilogy? We'd been on a trip to Anstruther in Fife, UK and needed a rainy day activity for the kids. Among the leaflets in our holiday cottage was one advertising Scotland's Secret Bunker. It was built to help safeguard Scotland during the Cold War in the event of a nuclear attack. The Secret Bunker lies 100 feet underground and is the size of two football pitches. It's an amazing place and we had a great visit, though the story idea didn't follow for some time afterwards. You can see Scotland's Secret Bunker for yourself at secretbunker.co.uk What made you start writing the trilogy? I'd spotted a writing competition online which was being run by Chicken House Publishing. My wife, my sister and one of my children had expressed an interest in writing, so I passed the competition to them. It only needed 5000 words to get started, so I guess this must have started percolating in my head. I woke up one morning with a very dramatic opening to a story. It was an image of somebody getting trapped in the bunker while their loved ones were running towards them. The huge bunker doors slammed shut, separating them, and I began to wonder what might have caused that to happen. I jumped out of bed and wrote the beginning of the story. It was much easier than I thought it would be to write a series of three books, I really enjoyed ramping up the level of jeopardy in each one.

The Secret Bunker: Part Three: Regeneration (The Secret Bunker Trilogy)

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The Oxford Handbook of Conflict Management in Organizations (Oxford Handbooks)

Brexit and the Political Economy of Ireland: Creating a New Economic Settlement (Routledge Studies in the European Economy)

Brexit and the Political Economy of Ireland (Routledge Studies in the European Economy)

Recession at Work (Routledge Advances in Management and Business Studies)

The European Community: the Social Dimension: Labour Market Policies for 1992 (Issues in Human Resource Management)

The Political Future of Northern Ireland

Recession at Work (Routledge Advances in Management and Business Studies)

The Secret Bunker: Part One: Darkness Falls (The Secret Bunker Trilogy)

The Secret Bunker: The Four Quadrants (The Secret Bunker Trilogy)

The Secret Bunker: Part Three: Regeneration (The Secret Bunker Trilogy)