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Motor industry bargaining council: extension to non-parties
On 7 April 2017, the Minister of Labour gave notice that in terms of the relevant provisions of the Labour Relations Act 66 of 1995, as amended, (“LRA”) the Main Agreement for the Motor Industry Bargaining Council has been extended to non-parties for the period 7 April 2017 until 31 August 2019.
Should you require any further information regarding the provisions of the Main Agreement or the exemption process commensurate thereto please do not hesitate to contact us.
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