9. WW2

Question 1

why did position of labour improve

Answer 1

workers essential to war production

Question 2

strong position of workers reflected by

1. % wages increase?

Answer 2

70%

Question 3

strong position of workers reflected by

2. unemployment?

Answer 3

fell dramatically

a virtual labour shortage

Question 4

strong position of workers reflected by

3. union membership 1938 vs. 1945

Answer 4

1938 = 9 million 
1945 = 15 million

Question 5

how is this period a highpoint or turning point of the union movement
4 things

Answer 5

1. unions gained recognition
2. laws in place to ensure labour rights recognised
3. union membership increase = more influential
4. balance of power between workers and employers had moved in favour of workers