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A decade ago, the term 'Europe' was one of abuse for most British trade unionists. By 1990, major unions such as the GMB and MSF had produced reports setting out ways in which unions could be active in Europe. Major turning points include the dying down of the Cold War; the Polish union 'Solidarity', and the Delors anti-Thatcher platform. (SJK)

The plans for Economic and Monetary Union in Europe became difficult to achieve during the period 1992-1993. The convergence criteria set up in the Maastricht Treaty block the road towards unification. It is very complex to expect twelve governments with different shades of political colour and twelve states with different economic interests to compromise in such criteria (as inflation, government borrowing, exchange rate stability and interest rates) and eventually, speak with one voice at the end of this decade. This current research provides significant modifications in The Maastricht Treaty , policy making, objectives, even changes in political behavior for better coordination to tackle any turbulence that stands on the way. These changes were unveiled and supported by outside views. The right time for transition to the monetary union depends on the rate of progress in Europe in meeting the stability requirements and in the willingness to move to a more developed political union. Monetary Union could occur late in 1990s but with a number of members left out with major dominant the Germany than the EMS.

Discusses evolution of attitudes of British trade unions towards European unification, relations with continental unions, and major debated issues; 1980s, chiefly.

Achievements of the Milan Summit, June 1985.