Sole Collective Bargaining Agent Clause Samples
The Sole Collective Bargaining Agent clause designates a single labor union or representative as the exclusive entity authorized to negotiate with the employer on behalf of all employees in a defined bargaining unit. In practice, this means that only the recognized agent can engage in discussions or agreements regarding wages, working conditions, and other employment terms, and individual employees or other groups cannot negotiate separately. This clause ensures a unified voice for employees, streamlines negotiations, and prevents conflicting demands or agreements, thereby promoting efficiency and clarity in labor relations.
Sole Collective Bargaining Agent. The University or anyone authorized to act on its behalf recognize the Union as the sole collective bargaining agency for its employees classified and covered by this agreement and hereby consents and agrees to negotiate with the Union, or anyone authorized to act on behalf of the Union, in any and all matters covered by this agreement affecting the relationship between the parties to this agreement looking forward to a peaceful and amicable settlement of any differences that may arise between them.