Unions score big
Thursday, May 16, 2013
Others in raft of contestable decisions that government took were: cessation of assistance with deduction of loan repayments, cessation of the secondment of public service employees to unions, and cessation of transportation of employee representatives to congresses, annual conferences and governing councils.
In declaring Bakwena's decision null and void, Justice Moroka agreed with the union's argument that the decision to terminate their organisational rights without giving them a hearing had rendered it unfair and unlawful."It requires no rocket scientist to notice that an abrupt unilateral withdrawal of officers seconded to the unions would leave the offices without office bearers," Moroka said. "The secondment of these office bearers is in the recognition agreements signed by the parties."Similarly, Justice Moroka said the sudden withdrawal of office accommodation to unions had a disruptive effect to the day-to-day operations of the unions.
It underscores the indispensable role women play in our society, particularly in building strong households and nurturing families. The recognition of women as the bedrock of our communities is not just a sentiment; it's a call to action for all women to stand together and support each other in their endeavours.The society's aim to instil essential principles and knowledge for national development is crucial. By providing a platform for...