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Book V — Labor Relations

Article 240

PD 442 · Labor Code of the PhilippinesELI5 guide available

ELI5— what this means for you

Existing federations and national unions that meet registration requirements can keep all their existing affiliates regardless of industry type or location — the 'equity of the incumbent' protection.

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