"Whitleyism" meaning in English

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Noun

Etymology: From Whitley + -ism; the system was proposed by John Henry Whitley (1866–1935), British politician. Etymology templates: {{suffix|en|Whitley|ism}} Whitley + -ism Head templates: {{en-noun|-}} 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. Wikipedia link: John Henry Whitley Tags: UK, uncountable
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