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A software development firm with 150 employees forms a union named the NovaTech Employees Union (NEU). Within days after its formation, the CEO publicly proclaims: “Any employee who signs NEU materials or attends NEU meetings will be terminated.” The HR department then issues written warnings to NEU supporters for minor infractions and reassigns several NEU officers to less favorable shifts. The NEU files a complaint with the NLRC alleging unfair labor practices by the employer. Which of the following statements best captures the central doctrine tested and the likely remedies under Philippine law? (a) Identify the central doctrine tested. (b) Based on these facts, did the employer commit unfair labor practices by interfering with workers’ rights to self-organization or by discriminating against union members? Explain. (c) What remedies are available to the employees and the union under Philippine law?