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An overview of B ill M c C arthy's academic and political engagement with industrial relations
Author(s) -
Undy Roger
Publication year - 2015
Publication title -
industrial relations journal
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.525
H-Index - 3
eISSN - 1468-2338
pISSN - 0019-8692
DOI - 10.1111/irj.12092
Subject(s) - politics , work (physics) , character (mathematics) , sociology , political science , public relations , law , engineering , mechanical engineering , geometry , mathematics
Abtract This article reviews L ord ( B ill) M c C arthy's contributions to industrial relations research and his related engagement with national policy making over the period 1964 to 1997. In this process the academics and academic institutions which were integral to Bill's work are also noted as is B ill's development as one of Britain's leading arbitrators. An attempt is also made to capture some of the character of Bill's work including his sometimes combative approach to discussions in seminars and other forums. His determination to contribute work which both made a difference and aided the L abour M ovement is also stressed. Last, the six companion pieces, all written by people who knew Bill personally but who explore different aspects of his work, are briefly introduced.