Trade union recognition
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Threshold changes
Currently there are complex rules on thresholds to be met to achieve recognition.
From 6 April 2026, these are set to be simplified, and the threshold reduced to between 2% and 10% for the CAC to accept a trade union application (from the 10% threshold).
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