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Collective agreement: An agreement or arrangement between an employer or employers' association and one or more trade union. Such an agreement may cover terms and conditions of employment and conditions of work; hiring, firing and suspension; allocation of work; discipline; union membership; union recognition; facilities agreements; procedures and the other machinery of collective bargaining. (Practical Law)

A certificate of merit is a document that recognizes the achievements of an individual or a group. The certificate is one of respect and gratitude, but mostly honor. The certificate is not bestowed upon individuals unless the recognition has been earned.

In schools, teachers award deserving students for their outstanding performance and academic achievements in one or more subject areas. Schools also give out certificates of merit to students who display good behavior or those who have demonstrated remarkable success. Companies give certificates of merit to staff members in recognition of great accomplishments and contributions, in addition to obtaining status as an outstanding employee. The certificate of merit acknowledges the quality of service and dedication that people have shown while performing their work. (ask.com)

The recognition of independence for Kosovo raises serious questions of international law as well as sensitive diplomatic difficulties. (BBC News)

Although the terms common-law wife or husband are frequently used to describe a couple who live together, these relationships do not have legal recognition. (citizensadvice.org.uk)