If your business faces industrial action
Picketing during strikes
During the strike, workers and union reps may stand outside the place of work to explain why they鈥檙e striking and try to persuade others to join the strike. This is called picketing. It鈥檚 only lawful if it鈥檚:
- carried out near or at the strikers鈥� usual place of work (unless they are mobile workers)
- done peacefully, without abusive or threatening behaviour
- not breaking any criminal laws - for example, damaging property or obstructing roads
You may be able to take legal action if picketing is unlawful.