On 28 April 2020, the Department of Employment and Labour has released a final directive in relation to health and safety in the workplace. This regulation has been drafted in line with the occupational health and safety act as well as the disaster management act as a guideline to ensure job readiness and safety in [...]
Dear CEO Members resorting under any Bargaining Council, On 8 April 2020, the Department of Labour gazetted (Government Gazette 43216) amendments to the directive relating to Temporary Employer / Employee Relief Scheme (TERS) and the impact thereof on bargaining councils. It is important to note the following material amendments: Should an employer [...]
Since the national announcement of the 21-day lockdown in South Africa, there is much uncertainty amongst businesses and employers on the effects the lockdown will have on the economy and employment. The lockdown will have a significant impact on many small, medium and micro-enterprises or SMME’s as they are popularly known. The COVID-19 pandemic [...]