Construction and Allied Workers Union and Others v Modern Concrete Works (J2236/99)
Construction and Allied Workers Union and Others v Modern Concrete Works (J2236/99) [1999] ZALC 92 (8 June 1999)
The court found that the respondent's lockout was not protected under section 64 of the Labour Relations Act. The lockout was in response to a go slow rather than the wage dispute referred to the CCMA, and the notice of lockout failed to specify the commencement date, rendering it defective. The requirements for a protected lockout were not met, as the statutory procedures for referral and notice were not properly followed. The applicants established a basis for interdictory relief, but their claim for payment of wages was abandoned due to lack of evidence regarding the duration of the lockou…
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- Protected Lockout
- Section 64 Requirements
- Notice Of Lockout
- Ccma Referral