industrial relations

NOUN

links between management and laborers

Synonyms

WEAK

labor relations work relations

Example Sentences

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An industrial relations showdown looms this week as Germany's powerful IG Metall union is seeking to gain control of the works council at US billionaire Elon Musk's Tesla plant outside Berlin.

From Barron's • Mar. 2, 2026

An independent industrial relations board will review the dispute over the next two days.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 16, 2025

Transport Secretary Louise Haigh has previously said she is "committed to resetting industrial relations" following years of strikes.

From BBC • Aug. 16, 2024

“We will meet with EP Group next week and call for a complete reset in employee and industrial relations, the restoration of postal services and further commitments on the future of the company,” he said.

From Seattle Times • May 29, 2024

The economy is noted for stable industrial relations, moderate unemployment and inflation, a sizable current account surplus, and an important role as a European transportation hub.

From The 2008 CIA World Factbook by United States. Central Intelligence Agency