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Book V — Labor Relations

Article 255

PD 442 · Labor Code of the PhilippinesELI5 guide available

ELI5— what this means for you

The union that wins majority support in a certification election becomes the exclusive bargaining representative for ALL employees in the unit — including non-members. Workers also have the right to participate in policy decisions affecting their welfare through labor-management councils.

Key point

Even if you didn't vote for the winning union, they represent you. And you still have a right to raise grievances.

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