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The National Industrial Recovery Act (NIRA), enacted in 1933 as part of the New Deal, primarily served as a recovery measure. It aimed to stimulate the economy during the Great Depression by promoting fair competition, establishing minimum wages, and improving labor conditions. While it also included elements of reform by addressing labor rights and industrial practices, its main focus was on economic recovery through industrial and labor cooperation.
The National Industrial Recovery Act (NIRA), enacted in 1933 during the New Deal, aimed to stimulate economic recovery following the Great Depression. It sought to promote industrial growth and fair competition by establishing codes of fair practices for industries, setting prices, and improving labor conditions. Additionally, it included provisions for public works programs to generate employment. The act was eventually declared unconstitutional in 1935, but it laid the groundwork for future labor and economic reforms.
Labor gained much during the Depression, in part from FDR finally giving his backing to the development and existing unions, in return for campaign donations. The National Industrial Recovery Act provided for collective bargaining. The Wagner Act (National Labor Relations Act) made business bargain in good faith with any union supported by a majority of workers in that business. The Congress of Industrial Organizations split from the American Federation of Labor and became much more aggressive in the organization of unskilled workers. Strikes became legal and an important tool of the CIO.
Since 1938, Nigeria's industrial relations have evolved significantly, influenced by colonial legacies, economic changes, and political developments. The establishment of the first labor laws, such as the Trade Union Ordinance of 1938, marked the beginning of organized labor movements, which gained momentum post-independence in 1960. The military regimes and subsequent democratic transitions shaped labor relations through various policies and legislations, including the Trade Disputes Act of 1976 and the 2005 National Industrial Court Act. Today, industrial relations in Nigeria continue to face challenges such as labor strikes, wage disputes, and the need for effective regulation amid economic pressures.
The Department of Labor is responsible for the management of labor relations laws. The department enforces labor laws enacted by Congress.
The National Industrial Recovery Act created the National Labor Relations board. The Act went into effect in 1933 and was a part of President Franklin Roosevelt's New Deal program.
The board oversees union elections and guards against unfair labor practices.
Joseph Shister has written: 'Readings in labor economics & industrial relations' -- subject(s): Industrial relations, Labor and laboring classes 'Economics of the labor market' -- subject(s): Industrial relations, Labor supply, Labor unions, Trade-unions
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The National Industrial Recovery Act (NIRA), enacted in 1933 as part of the New Deal, primarily served as a recovery measure. It aimed to stimulate the economy during the Great Depression by promoting fair competition, establishing minimum wages, and improving labor conditions. While it also included elements of reform by addressing labor rights and industrial practices, its main focus was on economic recovery through industrial and labor cooperation.
Did the national labor relations act guarentee government support for organized labor?
Benjamin M. Selekman has written: 'Law and labor relations' -- subject(s): Arbitration, Industrial, Labor laws and legislation, Industrial Arbitration 'Labor relations and human relations'
Labor relations specialists serve as a link between employees and management. Labor relations is a specialized area of personnel work, sometimes referred to as "industrial relations." In most cases, labor relations specialists work for unionized companies or government agencies. The goal of these specialists is to keep their company's or agency's labor force as satisfied and productive as possible. Some labor relations specialists are employed by government agencies that deal with labor laws or do research on subjects related to labor relations. Others work for national unions, serve as independent consultants, or teach labor relations in colleges or universities. Teachers in such fields as labor or industrial relations, economics, or law often serve as consultants.
National Mediation Board was created in 1934.
Agwu Akpala has written: 'Critical history of Nigerian industrial relations, 1937-1967' -- subject(s): History, Industrial relations, Labor movement, Labor unions, Labor laws and legislation 'Managing industrial relations in Nigeria' -- subject(s): Industrial relations, Collective bargaining, Coal miners, Coal mining industry
Three parts of the National Industrial Recovery Act (NIRA) were the National Recovery Administration (NRA), which aimed to regulate industry practices, the Public Works Administration (PWA), which sought to create jobs through infrastructure projects, and the National Labor Board, which was established to address labor disputes.
National Labor Relations Board