A Con/Arb is a dual process where conciliation and arbitration take place on the same day, one directly after the other. It is regulated by Section 191(5A) of the Labour Relations Act (LRA). By Carlene van der Lith Dispute Resolution Official at Consolidated Employers Organisation (CEO SA)
Whenever a dismissal dispute is referred to the CCMA or bargaining council for adjudication, the dispute is automatically scheduled for a con/arb process in terms of section 191 (5A) of the Labour Relations Act. Certain disputes, such as those relating to unilateral changes to working conditions, mutual interest, bargaining, discrimination and operational requirements, may be [...]