FWC confirms employers can legally put enterprise agreements to a vote without union sign-off—if good faith bargaining rules are followed. Learn what this means and how IRBLOTS ensures a compliant, secure ballot process.
The Fair Work Commission has reaffirmed that unions can be heard during enterprise agreement approvals—even if they’re not formal bargaining representatives. Here’s what that means for ballot integrity and approval processes.
In a recent challenge to Sephora’s agreement, the SDA questioned whether employees were properly informed before voting—reminding employers that clarity and compliance matter just as much as the final result.
A 57% “No” vote didn’t end bargaining for Victoria Police. The FWC ruled negotiations weren’t intractable, proving that close ballot results can still leave the door open. Here’s why ballot outcomes matter—and how employers should respond when the vote is tight.
A recent Full Federal Court ruling confirmed that once employees approve an enterprise agreement, bargaining officially ends—even if unresolved issues remain. What does this mean for employers? Learn how to secure a strong ‘YES’ vote and avoid post-approval disputes.
A recent FWC ruling confirmed that vague commitments to bargain can derail an enterprise agreement vote. Without a clear “agreement in writing”, employers risk having their agreements rejected—wasting time and resources.
