Amended by labour relations amendment act 42 of 1996. In the decision of ketse v telkom sa soc limited p40014 2014 zalcpe 38 5 december 2014 the labour court was. Act to change the law governing labour relations and, for that purpose to give effect to section 23 of the constitution. The right to strike under the labour relations act 66.
Labour relations act, 1995 means the labour relations act, 1995 act no. The 2019 edition of the labour law and employment manual is now available click here for more information. Amends general law third amendment act 129 of 1993. The labour relations act is a centrepiece of the labour law in south africa and all labour laws are subordinate to the lra. Where a strike does not comply with the provisions of section 64 of the labour relations act, it will be unprotected and the following legal consequences will apply. This book is intended to provide shop stewards with the very basics of labour law in order for them to have at least a workable knowledge thereof. Introduction retrenchment is the process by which staff is reduced to cull redundant employees and reduce the wage bill. By downloading a copy of the labour relations act pdf, you can increase your knowledge and be aware of your rights. Labour relations, employment conditions and participation in the health sector dr pedro brito coordinator, human resources development program, pahowho, washington dc. They must also provide the registrar of labour relations with financial reports, lists of members, changes of addresses, information on the election of its office bearers etc. Labour relations act, no 66 of 1995 lra, an employer must consult with. Labour relations act lra this act deals with the employment relationship.
To change the law governing labour relations and, for that purpose to give effect to section 27 of the constitution. Essential services provided for in the labour relations act. Labour relations act regulations picketing amendment. Proc r87 in gg 38317 of 1 9 december 2014 to be proclaimed s. Pdf legislation and employment relations in south africa. The labour relations act4 lra was the first instrument of its kind to address this key issue. Act to change the law governing labour relations and, for that purpose to give effect to section 27 of the constitution. It is hereby notified that the president has assented to the following act which is hereby published for general information. In 1995, a new labour relations act lra was passed by parliament. The labour relations act lra also empowers the labour court to.
Basic conditions of employment act 75 of 1997 page 6 of 57. Collective agreement in south african police service. Legislation and employment relations in south africa. General legislation labour relations act 66 of 1995 relevant extracts assented to 29 november, 1995 english text signed by the president date of commencement. Extension to non parties of the main collectiveagreement i, mildred nelisiwe oliphant, minister of labour, hereby in terms of section 322 read with section 325 and section 328 of the labour relations act, 1995, declare that the collective agreement which. Every employeeworker is entitled to fair labour practices in south africa. Bargaining council for restaurant, catering and allied trades. Labour relations act 66 of 1995 chapter one purpose, application and interpretation ss 1.
Some of the information included in the labour relations act includes basic employment rights with the focus on issues such as minimum wage, hours, overtime, working on public holidays, sick leave, maternity leave, family. Section 197 of the labour relations act, no 66 of 1995 lra was enacted to change the common law position, with the effect that an automatic transfer of contracts of employment from the transferring employer previous employer to the acquiring employer new employer now takes place in. Proc 32 in gg 36714 of 29 july 20 labour relations amendment act 6 of 2014 1 january 2015 s. Legislation online department of labour, south africa pdf of act as amended to act no. This labour legislation compliance checklist will provide guidance and insight of what the act requires to help you in the decisionmaking process regarding the options available to an employer and to consider the legal consequences of the chosen action. Schedule 8 of labour relations act code of good practice. Basic conditions of employment act summary this notice as amended on 31 january 2020 must be displayed by all employers, in terms of section 30 of the act, in the official languages used at any place where employees work. The labour relations act applies to all employers, workers, trade unions and employers organisations. This act may be cited as the industrial and labour relations amendment act, 1997, and shall be read as one with the industrial and labour relations act, in this act referred to as the principal act short title cap. It gives rights to both parties and dictates how the employer and employer are to.
Long title amended by section 43 of act 6 of 2014 to regulate the organisational rights of trade unions. This paper provides an overview of legislative measures applied in handling grievances and disciplinary matters in the workplace from the south african. Amends occupational health and safety act 85 of 1993. Basic conditions of employment amendment act 11 of 2002.
With summaries written by fellow students, you are guaranteed to be properly prepared for your exams. The summary is a popular version of the new rights and is aimed at everyone involved. Your guide to labour law in south africa labour guide. Part a registrar of labour relations the act makes provision for the appointment of a registrar of labour relations. Amended labour relations act pdf, document, labour law. Official site with labour legislation, policy documents, and news. Labour relations act 66 of 1995, collective bargaining, strike action. The labour relations amendment act 8 of 2018 intends.
One of the fundamental reasons for enacting the act was to establish an effective dispute resolution system. This act may be cited as the labour relations act, 1996, and shall come into operation on such date, as the minister shall appoint by notice published in the gazette. The main purpose of the labour relations act is to advance economic development, social justice, labour peace and a democratisation of the workplace by fulfilling the primary objectives of the act. Purpose of this act the purpose of this act is to advance economic development, social justice, labour peace and the democratisation of the workplace by fulfilling the primary objects of this act, which are an italicised word or phrase indicates. South african schools act 84 of 1996 education labour relations council b 2 south african schools act 84 of 1996 assented to 6 november, 1996 english text signed by the president date of commencement. Amended by labour relations amendment act 6 fo 2014 from 1 jan 2015 amended by general. Amended labour relations act pdf description the labour relations act by the department of labour no. Labour relations act malawi investment and trade centre. Let us elaborate a bit more on fair labour practices, and the different types of unfair dismissal. These are defined as requirements based on economic.
Labour relations act 66 of 1995 south african government. Basic conditions of employment amendment act, no 11 of 2002. Labour relations act guidelines balloting for strikes or lockouts. Amends agricultural labour amendment act 50 of 1994. Relevant legislation labour relations act, section 185. Collective agreements in south african police service. Labour laws in south africa, including the basic conditions of employment act, labour relations act, national minimum wage act, employment equity act, unemployment insurance act, occupational health and safety legislation with regulations. Provides comprehensive legislation governing labour relations. An act of parliament to consolidate the law relating to trade unions and trade disputes, to provide for the registration, regulation, management.