FLRA Has a Union – On What Authority?
The FLRA is specifically excluded from coverage of the federal labor relations law. What is the legal authority for this agency to recognize a union?
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A New Prosecutor in Town
There appears to be a significant change in direction at the Federal Labor Relations Authority. Federal agencies may like the new approach.
The FLRA General Counsel’s New ULP Settlement Policy: Questions and Practical Advice
A new policy has been issued regarding the settlement of unfair labor practice (ULP) allegations against federal agencies. In this article, the author discusses questions raised by the new policy and offers practical advice to agencies when a ULP is filed.
What Factors Make A Good Labor Relations Program?
What factors are necessary to have a good, effective labor relations program in a federal agency? Here are some criteria.
It’s An Election Year: Health Benefits for Some New Retirees May Change; Future of Some Agencies on the Line
It’s an election year. Here are several proposals that have been made that would impact the civil service structure and the benefits of some current federal employees.
Sometimes Nice “Guys” Finish First
Colleen Duffy Kiko has been appointed as the new General Counsel for the FLRA.
An Unusual Case
In this unusual case, the Dept. of Labor prevailed in an unfair labor practice case against AFGE Local 12
No Blood, No Foul, No Unfair Labor Practice
Political battle arises over the creation of the Department of Homeland Security but this recent decision from the FLRA may give the Administration ammunition in its argument that the current program isn’t efficient or effective.
