I‑ Industrial Conflict
•Early History
–At start of 20th century Sweden had one of the highest levels of conflict in the world
–Post-World War II period union leadership came to see strikes negatively and level dropped to one of lowest in world
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•Limitations and restrictions on conflict
–Must give 7 days notice of industrial action
–No strikes during agreement
At start of 20th century Sweden had one of the highest levels of conflict in the world
   General strike 1909 disaster for unions

Must give 7 days notice of industrial action
   To other side and to mediator

No strikes during agreement
   These are the only legal requirements

Secret ballot
   must produce 2/3 vote of those affected in favor of industrial action