DPSM suing unions is typical – BFTU
Friday, September 08, 2023 | 190 Views |
On the other hand, the Botswana Federation of Trade Unions (BFTU) is advising trade unions to be prepared for such situations. In a statement, Ketlhalefile Motshegwa, the deputy secretary-general of BOFEPUSU, expressed concern about the deteriorating state of industrial relations within the public service.
He highlighted a new and unprecedented pattern where employers are resorting to legal action to compel workers to perform tasks without proper negotiations on their terms of employment and working conditions.
These legal professionals, who are entrusted with upholding the rule of law, face numerous challenges that compromise their ability to effectively carry out their duties.Elsewhere in this edition, we carry a story on the lamentations of the officers of court.The prosecutors have raised a number of concerns, calling for urgent attention from all relevant stakeholders, including the President, Minister of Justice and the Attorney General. Their...