Labour union restrictions, along with hiring laws, may result in a less-qualified person being offered a job over a more-qualified person.

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Labour union restrictions such as seniority rules and mandatory union membership may require an employer to hire a less-qualified candidate over a more-qualified candidate. Similarly, certain hiring laws may give preference to certain groups of people (e.g. minority groups, veterans) over more qualified candidates who do not belong to those groups.

Labour Union Restrictions, Along with Hiring Laws, May Result in a Less-Qualified