Functions of Trade Unions

They bargain with employers for high wages for members
They negotiate for fringe benefits such as housing allowances and longer holidays.
They protect workers against unfair treatment and dismissal by their employers.
They advise government on major economic policies that affect workers.
They negotiate for improvements of the working conditions and better standards of living.
They protect workers against exploitation by the employers
They protect the workers' right e.g. the annual leave.
They regulate and settle disputes between members and employers and also between the members themselves.
They establish friendly relationship between workers in various industries.