This report provides an in-depth analysis of employee relations within the context of ALDI, a major supermarket chain. It begins by exploring the unitary and pluralistic frameworks of reference, contrasting their approaches to managing employee relations and resolving conflicts. The report then examines the impact of changes in trade unionism on employee relations, considering the influence of legal, political, and technological factors. It outlines the duties of key players in employee relations, including government agencies, managers, and workers. Furthermore, the report delves into conflict resolution procedures that organizations like ALDI should follow, emphasizing the importance of guidelines, understanding, and communication. It discusses the features of employee relations in conflict situations and assesses the effectiveness of conflict resolution procedures. The report also covers the duty of negotiation in collective bargaining, evaluates negotiation strategies, and explores the impact of the EU on industrial democracy in the UK. Finally, it examines methods to gain employee participation in decision-making and the influence of human resource management on employee relations, highlighting the importance of HRM in fostering a positive and productive work environment.