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Whitleyism

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Etymology

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From Whitley +‎ -ism; the system was proposed by John Henry Whitley (1866–1935), British politician.

Noun

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Whitleyism (uncountable)

  1. (UK, industrial relations) The system of regular formal consultative meetings between workers and employers ("Whitley councils") to deal with issues and take matters to arbitration if necessary.