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AQA GCSE · Question 07.1 · Rights and Responsibilities

Which one of the following is a trade union?

Shade in the one correct answer.

Answer options:

A.

Association of School and College Leaders

B.

Confederation of British Industry

C.

Institute of Directors

D.

Local Government Association

How to approach this question

A trade union is an organisation that represents workers. An employers' association represents businesses/employers. Read the options and identify which one represents employees.

Full Answer

A.Association of School and College Leaders✓ Correct
The correct answer is A. The Association of School and College Leaders (ASCL) is a trade union and professional association for leaders in education, such as headteachers. It represents its members' interests regarding pay, conditions, and policy.
Trade unions are organisations formed by workers from related fields that work for the common interest of its members. They help workers in issues like fairness of pay, good working environment, hours of work and benefits. The other options are employers' associations, which represent the interests of businesses and management.

Common mistakes

Students might confuse trade unions with employers' associations like the CBI. It is important to remember unions represent workers, and associations like the CBI represent the bosses/companies.

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