"The Code of Practice set out in the fourth schedule to the Employment Relations Act shall-

(a) provide practical guidance for the promotion of good employment relations". (Section 35 (1) (a) of the Employment Relations Act).

Discuss briefly the various issues envisaged by the Code of Practice in the promotion of good employment relations.

Question 1:

Discuss the importance of a trade union's recognition under the Employment Relations Act whilst referring to the circumstances in which it is obtained.

Question 2:

"A worker must not be prevented from giving an explanation". Discuss that statement in the context of disciplinary proceedings under the Employment Rights Act.