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John Maytham is joined by Advocate Craig Watt-Pringle to unpack the recent Labour Court ruling that partially favoured the City of Tshwane in its wage exemption dispute. Having studied the full 70-page judgment, Watt-Pringle explains why only part of the ruling holds broader public interest and breaks down the legal principles behind exemptions in collective bargaining agreements. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international news coupled with the latest in business, sport, traffic and weather. The host’s eclectic interests mean the program often surprises the audience with intriguing book reviews and inspiring interviews profiling artists. A daily highlight is Rapid Fire, just after 5:30pm. CapeTalk fans call in, to stump the presenter with their general knowledge questions. Another firm favourite is the humorous Thursday crossing with award-winning journalist Rebecca Davis, called “Plan B”. Thank you for listening to a podcast from Afternoon Drive with John Maytham Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 15:00 and 18:00 (SA Time) to Afternoon Drive with John Maytham broadcast on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/BSFy4Cn or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/n8nWt4x Subscribe to the CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/sbvVZD5 Follow us on social media: CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The South African Municipal Workers' Union (SAMWU) has condemned a Labour Court ruling that exempts the City of Tshwane from paying a 5.4% wage increase for the 2023/24 financial year. The judgment, delivered by Judge Snyman on Friday also sends a separate exemption application from the 2021/22 period back to the bargaining council for review. SAMWU says the ruling undermines collective bargaining and sets a dangerous precedent that weakens workers' rights. Elvis Presslin spoke to SAMWU Deputy General Secretary, Nkhetheni Muthavhi
John Maytham is joined by Andrew Pike, Head of Ports, Rail and Logistics at Bowmans Attorneys, to unpack the significance of a newly gazetted block exemption introduced by Minister Parks Tau. The exemption relaxes parts of the Competition Act, allowing rival companies in the ports and rail sectors to collaborate on critical infrastructure projects. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international news coupled with the latest in business, sport, traffic and weather. The host’s eclectic interests mean the program often surprises the audience with intriguing book reviews and inspiring interviews profiling artists. A daily highlight is Rapid Fire, just after 5:30pm. CapeTalk fans call in, to stump the presenter with their general knowledge questions. Another firm favourite is the humorous Thursday crossing with award-winning journalist Rebecca Davis, called “Plan B”. Thank you for listening to a podcast from Afternoon Drive with John Maytham Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 15:00 and 18:00 (SA Time) to Afternoon Drive with John Maytham broadcast on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/BSFy4Cn or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/n8nWt4x Subscribe to the CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/sbvVZD5 Follow us on social media: CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Clare's retained firefighters claim a sour taste has been left in their mouths after being "pushed aside" by the Government for the last decade. It comes as SIPTU retained firefighters, who are part-time members paid an annual retainer to be on-call, have voted 64% in favour of Labour Court recommendations aimed at resolving their long-running pay dispute. The deal will see increased retainer payment dates brought forward as well as the implementation of restructured working hours. Shop steward for Clare's retained firefighters Edward Moloney has been telling Clare FM's Seán Lyons that the flexibility the new measures will offer them should've come a long time ago.
In this interview with BizNews, two top lawyers - who cracked open the Corruption Mafia at Fort Hare University - but are in the dock themselves on Monday, describe the implosion of their careers and their lives over the past year. Sarah Burger of Horizon Forensics says: “We do believe that it's politically charged…When you've done nothing wrong…and you're completely innocent and there's not a shred of evidence against you, and you know that the work is completely above board and that the system is being used against you…Well, you're completely powerless.” Meanwhile, those responsible for the corruption they uncovered are escaping justice. “Not a single person - barring one - has been arrested….Those people are scot-free. And I've got no doubt that the university is once again overrun by the very syndicates that we put our lives on the line to dismantle.” Bradley Conradie - who used to serve as judge in the Labour Court for over 12 years - says: “We are ordinary people who were doing the right thing for six years and we never in our wildest dreams believed that we would ever spend a day of our lives in jail, let alone be pulled through a long case because it just couldn't happen to us in South Africa…let me tell you, if it can happen to us, it can happen to anyone.”
Europe is now scrambling. The decades-long US security guarantee is falling apart. The US is siding with Russia and elbowing out its ally in Ukraine. Must Europe now build a common military force to fill the void? What's Ireland's role in all this?The CSO reports that wage growth remains high. As inflation has lowered, we're now in a period of real wage growth. However, wage growth is still behind house price growth. New data also shows harmony between workers and employers. Has the WRC and Labour Court crushed the need for strikes?You've heard of the Coppers Gold Card, but what about one for America? That's Trump's latest idea. Many countries have similar schemes for a golden visa. You invest in a country, and citizenship rules are eased. But does it actually work?Follow us on social media: www.instagram.com/nextroundpod www.tiktok.com/@nextroundpod www.twitter.com/@nextround_pod Dale McDermott http://linktr.ee/dalemcdermott David W. Higgins https://linktr.ee/higginsdavidw WATCH & LISTEN TO THE PODCAST YouTube www.youtube.com/@NextRoundPod Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/0hz9Bub1DuatD6lC6fWMiM Apple https://podcasts.apple.com/ie/podcast/next-round/id1739658716 Amazon https://music.amazon.ca/podcasts/5b7d4187-ee8c-4494-bbf9-f6e5465d1ee9/next-round Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
E102 The Fifth Court - Louise O'Donnell, Deputy Chair, The Labour CourtA great story about starting work in the Civil Service at 17 and her subsequent, highly successful, career. She talks about a recently published book, 'A history of the Labour Court 1946- 2021' In 2021, the Labour Court celebrated it's 75th anniversary following its establishment under Industrial Relations Act, 1946As part of this anniversary, the Court has published a history of its seventy-five years of the Labour Court and the central role it has played in the settlement of industrial disputes in Ireland.The Labour Court consists of 10 full-time, members - a Chairman, 3 Deputy Chairmen and 6 Ordinary Members, 3 of whom are Employers' Members and 3 of whom are Workers' Members. The Chairman and the 3 Deputy Chairmen are appointed by the Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment. The Employers' Members are nominated by IBEC (Irish Business and Employers' Confederation) and the Workers' Members are nominated by ICTU (Irish Congress of Trades Unions).The Labour Court also has a legal adviser - the Registrar - appointed by the Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In this episode of KC Connect, Laura Kerin and Brian Joyce, Employer Relations Executives at Ibec, delve into two recent Labour Court constructive dismissal cases. These cases highlight the different outcomes of constructive dismissal claims based on how employers handle workplace grievances, such as bullying and poor treatment. We explore the legal standards applied in each case, draw comparisons between the employers' responses, and examine the crucial role of grievance procedures. The episode also provides key takeaways for employers on how to manage employee complaints effectively and avoid constructive dismissal claims. Thank you for listening. To explore all of Ibec's podcast offering, visit here. Make sure to follow Ibec Podcasts to stay up to date with new episodes.
The National Union of Metalworkers of South Africa (NUMSA) is gearing up for a battle with BMW after the Labour Court rejected their urgent application to ensure fairness for over 500 workers facing dismissal due to alleged medical aid fraud. NUMSA claims that BMW refused to provide clarity on the charges, making it impossible for them to defend their members. NUMSA National spokesperson, Phakamile Hlubi-Majola speaks to Elvis Presslin to elaborate further on their concerns
This week industrial peace broke out at Aer Lingus when pilots at the airline voted in favour of a pay proposal brokered by the Labour Court, ending weeks of industrial action that disrupted about 86,000 passengers of Aer Lingus. Ryanair also warned of weaker trading and profitability as passengers put a limit on how much they are prepared to pay for a flight.Barry O'Halloran of The Irish Times and Davy equity analyst Stephen Furlong joined host Ciarán Hancock in studio to discuss those and other developments in the aviation sector this week.In the second part of this episode, Eoin Burke Kennedy, economics correspondent of The Irish Times, discusses the tax strategy papers released by the Department of Finance on Tuesday, which will help inform policy in October's budget. They include proposals to introduce congestion charging for motorists and to require people to report inheritances and gifts to Revenue if it exceeds €3000 in value.Produced by John Casey with JJ Vernon on sound. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Our Work and Technology Correspondent, Brian O'Donovan, is at IALPA headquarters at Dublin Airport
Captain Mark Tighe, President of IALPA
Ciarawas joined by Michael Doherty, Professor in Employment Law at Maynooth University, to discuss the potential deal between IALPA and Aer Lingus. IALPA recommended accepting Labour Court proposals, including a 17.75% pay increase for pilots over four years.
On today's show: 9am-10am Disabled Drivers Association reiterates parking difficulties highlighed by carer trying to park at UHG IALPA recommending acceptance of Labour Court proposals Arts festival launches with a bang – we hear from its artistic director and Chief Executive Mental Health Charity urges Galwegians to turn On Out of Office during Holidays ‘Galway Talks with John Morley' broadcasts every weekday morning from 9am on Galway Bay FM
Marke Tighe, IALPA President and Clare Dunne, Chief Executive of the Irish Travel Agents Association, discuss the latest development in the Aer Lingus dispute.
The Irish Airline Pilots Association is to recommend acceptance of a Labour Court recommendation aimed at resolving its pay dispute with Aer Lingus. IALPA will suspend its work-to-rule at the airline while it awaits the outcome of a ballot of pilots. We get the latest on this with Michael Doherty, Professor in Employment Law at Maynooth University and also Claire Dunne, CEO of Irish Travel Agents Association.
More uncertainty for passengers as Aer Lingus pilot's seeks clarity on the Labour Court's proposals. We got the latest from Eoghan Corry, Owner and Editor of Travel Extra.
Aer Lingus dispute will see further cancellations on the horizon for Aer Lingus passengers as IALPA mull over Labour Court recommendation for pilot pay rise. Pilots' ballot results won't be known for over a week. We get the latest on this with Anne Marie Walsh Irish Independent Industry Correspondent.
Eithne Dodd speaks to Aer Lingus passengers at Dublin Airport and Michael Doherty, Professor of Law at Maynooth University discusses the latest in the dispute between the company and members of the Irish Airline Pilots' Association.
Brian O'Donovan, Work & Technology Correspondent brings us the latest
Angela Walsh President ITAA speaks to PJ about the Labour Court recommendation that the airline has accepted & gives her advice to the traveling public. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Aer Lingus has accepted a Labour Court recommendation of a 17.75% pay increase for pilots while IALPA are yet to respond as their executive meets later today. Could the strikes be nearing the end? We ask Professor Michael Doherty, Professor in Employment Law at Maynooth University.
On today's show: 9am-10am Aer Lingus accepts Labour Court recommendation on pilot pay increase Roderick O Gorman becomes the new leader of the Green party Owner of Gra chocolate hopes to open Galways first chocolate factory ‘Galway Talks with John Morley' broadcasts every weekday morning from 9am on Galway Bay FM
Aer Lingus have accepted the Labour Court's recommendation for pilots' pay increase of 17.75%. Now it will be put to the IALPA to see if they will accept. Both parties must accept to resolve the ongoing dispute. We get the latest details with Eoghan Corry Journalist and Lead Travel Commentator.
Brian O'Donovan, Work & Technology Correspondent, has the latest on the pay dipute between Aer Lingus management and the Irish Airline Pilots Association.
Labour Court set to issue recommendation to end row over pilots' pay at Aer Lingus as dozens more flights cancelled We get the latest from Michael Doherty, Professor in Employment Law at Maynooth University.
Brian O'Donovan, Work and Technology Correspondent, discusses a hearing in the Labour Court aimed at resolving the dispute between Aer Lingus management and the Irish Airline Pilots' Association.
Both sides in the Aer Lingus pilots' pay row will return to the Labour Court later today as the latest bid to end the dispute continues. Shane spoke to the Minister of State at the Department of Transport with special responsibility for International and Road Transport and Logistics James Lawless.
Aer Lingus and the union representing its pilots are to meet at the Labour Court on Wednesday afternoon. After facilitating eight hours of discussions on Monday, the Labour Court decided to use its authority to have a formal meeting on Wednesday, after which it will issue a recommendation.To get the latest Ivan spoke to Eoghan Corry Editor of Air and Travel Magazine.
Brian O'Donovan, Work and Technology Correspondent, has the latest updates from Labour Court talks between Aer Lingus and its pilots over a pay dispute.
Ellie Donnelly, Business Journalist with the Business Post
Pilots and Aer Lingus head to the Labour Court - can a deal be done...Bad behaviour on buses and trains - it's not the staffs fault - they're not trained in security...Why do we always want England to lose & lots more Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The dispute between Aer Lingus management and the Irish Air Line Pilots' Association continues to rumble on with a formal Labour Court hearing to take place tomorrow. We speak to Michael Doherty, Professor in Employment Law at Maynooth University.
In a new development, a formal Labour Court hearing will be held tomorrow in the dispute between IALPA Pilots and management at Aer Lingus. It follows talks which lasted late into the night at the Labour Court. We get an update on this with Anne Marie Walsh Industry Correspondent, Irish Independent.
Brian O'Donovan, Work andTechnology Correspondent discusses' the latest in the Aer Lingus and airline pilots dispute with a crunch meeting today at the Labour Court.
We get the latest from our Work and Technology Correspondent Brian O'Donovan.
A Clare member of the Oireachtas Transport Committee claims IALPA's pilots are putting the jobs of everyone else at Aer Lingus at risk with their current form of industrial action. Both the airline and the pilots union will come before the Labour Court tonight in a bid to bring the pay dispute to an end. Last Summer, 76% of all visitors to Clare arrived from overseas and so far Aer Lingus has cancelled nearly 400 flights due to the pilots work-to-rule. IALPA is warning that a failure to resolve the issue could see an escalation in industrial action. Clare Fianna Fáil Senator Timmy Dooley has been telling Clare FM's Daragh Dolan that if a compromise isn't reached soon, the future of the airline and many businesses will be in jeopardy.
Aer Lingus management and the Irish Airline Pilots Association (IALPA) will attend the Labour Court this afternoon in a bid to resolve their ongoing pay dispute. We get the latest from Eoghan Corry Editor of Air and Travel Magazine.
Aer Lingus has expressed disappointment after the Labour Court said that it will not be intervening in the ongoing pay dispute with pilots at this time. Captain Mark Tighe, President of the Irish Airline Pilots Association spoke to Ciara this morning on the show.
Clare Dunne, Chief Executive of the Irish Travel Agents Association, has the latest on passenger disruption as Aer Lingus and IALPA accept a Labour Court invite to attend separate meetings aimed at solving the ongoing pilot pay dispute.
A Clare Hotelier is warning the IALPA Pilot's strike will have a detrimental impact on this county's tourism industry. It comes as Aer Lingus has already cancelled 220 flights due to the industrial action planned by the pilot's union. Of the flights that have been cancelled so far, two of them are services from London-Heathrow that were due to arrive in Shannon Airport on Saturday. According to a Clare hotelier though, the real danger for the local economy, the real danger lies in the cancellation of transatlantic flights. Research from Fáilte Ireland shows that 73% of all visitors to the Banner county last Summer, travelled from overseas and so far Aer Lingus has also been forced to cancel five inbound transatlantic fights to Dublin from New York JFK. Both sides in the dispute are attending separate meetings of the Labour court this afternoon in a last ditch effort to avoid industrial action, which is due to get underway at midnight with a work-to rule, before an 8-hour stoppage on Saturday. Co-Owner of the Shannon Springs Hotel and Clare Irish Hoteliers Federation Rep Dermot Kelly says if a compromise is not reached, the fallout will be devastating for local business. The dispute centres on the IALPA pilot's demands for a 24.8% pay increase - members claim they need a pay rise to meet inflation. Speaking on the way into the Labour Court today, Aer Lingus CEO Lynne Emmbleton says the dispute is already causing major disruption for passengers. IALPA President, Captain Mark Tighe, insists the pilots will remain firm in their stance.
The Labour Court has told Aer Lingus and the Irish Airline Pilots Association (IALPA) that it will not be intervening in their pay dispute now, but will review the matter in July. To discuss this Martin Kenny TD, Sinn Fein spokesperson on Communications and Transport.
Aer Lingus and the Irish Air Line Pilots' Association (IALPA) have been invited by the Labour Court to attend separate meetings today and both sides have accepted. Speaking to Ciara this morning was Michael Doherty, Professor in Employment Law at Maynooth University.
Aer Lingus and IALPA agree to labour court talks but what does this mean for passengers? We get an update from Mark Tighe the IALPA President.
A Clare Travel Counsellor expects Aer Lingus and IALPA will reach a compromise at the eleventh hour. It comes as the pilot's union has again voted overwhelmingly in favour of strike action. Aer Lingus is currently operating four services to and from Shannon, namely flights to London Heathrow, New York JFK, Boston - Logan and Paris Charles De Gaulle. Yesterday , pilot's union IALPA voted for industrial action for a second time after Aer Lingus dismissed the results of a first e-ballot. But the paper ballot was equally clearcut, with 99% of pilots voting in favour. The union is required to give just seven days notice to the airline ahead of any planned strike action, which means flights could be cancelled as early as next week. Aer Lingus Chief Corporate Affairs Officer, Donal Moriarty fears this would cause significant disruption for passengers. A Clare Travel Counsellor believes the pilots hold the upper hand at the negotiating table and it's highly likely a compromise will be reached at the eleventh hour. The Labour Court had recommended a pay increase of 9.25% for the pilots, but IALPA is seeking wage hikes of 23.8%. Ennis Travel Counsellor Gearóid Mannion is urging customers to ensure their holiday insurance covers strike action and to check bookings, as if they're discommoded they might be offered to change their flight for free. He says ultimately Aer Lingus and IALPA will have to find a middle ground. The Tánaiste, meanwhile, is urging both sides in the Aer Lingus dispute to sort it out. Micheál Martin says the Labour Relations Commission may have to get involved.
Members of the Irish Airline Pilots' Association at Aer Lingus have voted overwhelmingly in favour of industrial action up to and including a strike.Last week, IALPA members voted overwhelmingly to reject a Labour Court recommendation that pilots should receive pay increases totalling just over 9% as part of an interim settlement. The figure was well below the 23.8% that the pilots had been seeking.How would a strike affect you? Andrea is joined by Angela Walsh, President of the Irish Travel Agents Association and CEO of FROSCH, Ciara Foley, Managing Director of Platinum Travel and listeners to discuss.
Brian O' Donovan, Work and Technology Correspondent, reports on the rejection by Aer Lingus pilots of an interim Labour Court recommendation aimed at resolving a pay dispute at the airline.
Today the Cape Town Labour Court adjudicated in the matter of the City's alleged discrimination against, unfair treatment and unfair dismissal of a victim of sexual harassment pursuant to her having reported a senior Metro Police officer for sexually harassing her. John Maytham speaks to Tzvi Brivik, Director at Malcolm Lyons & Brivik who are the legal representatives of Verna Simpson about the outcomes of the court challenge.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Our Correspondent Carole Colman reports on the retrofit of the former Labour Court at Beggars Bush in Dublin.
Labour court upholds rights of individuals with criminal records to seek employment by Radio Islam