Britain's system of labor relations is particularly susceptible to swings in economic conditions that favor either the employer or employees.

Labor relations

The field that studies and manages the relationships between employers and their employees, particularly when employees are represented by a union.

Economic conditions

The state of an economy at a given time, including factors like inflation, employment rates, and GDP growth that influence business and labor markets.

Susceptible

Being likely to be influenced or harmed by a particular thing or condition.