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Trade Unions in a Monopsony Labour Market

Level:
A-Level, IB Diploma
Board:
AQA, Edexcel, Eduqas, IB, OCR, WJEC

Last updated 13 Apr 2019

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In this revision video we consider the theory of wage-setting with a monopsony employer and the possible impact that a trade union might have on wages and employment. We also look at efficiency wage theory and mutual gains from pay bargaining between stakeholders.

Trade Unions in a Monopsony Labour Market
Trade Unions in a Monopsony Labour Market
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