Principle

LABOUR LAW – Disciplinary Proceedings – Breach of Natural Justice and Contractual Procedure Renders Proceedings a Nullity

Area of law: LABOUR LAW
Court: Supreme Court

Employment disciplinary proceedings must comply with both contractual procedures (as specified in employment contracts, collective agreements, or staff manuals) and natural justice principles. Breach of either renders proceedings void. Contractual procedures are binding terms—employers cannot unilaterally disregard them. Natural justice requires: notice of charges, opportunity…

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