The Labour Appeal Court dismissed an appeal in a dismissal dispute involving alleged insubordination and riotous behaviour. The judgment records that the employees had gathered in a canteen, ignored written ultimatums to return to work, and were dismissed after disciplinary proceedings and arbitration. The Court said the Labour Court had been correct in confirming the award and that the appeal failed.
This may be relevant to labour law disputes about dismissal findings, insubordination and workplace disciplinary charges.
Evidence from source
FLYNOTES: LABOUR – Dismissal – Insubordination – Partaking in riotous behaviour – Instructions to return to work reinforced by written ultimatums – Refusal constituted insubordination
Supports: Summary sentence about insubordination, riotous behaviour, ultimatums, and dismissal.
The appellants did not comply with either ultimatum. They were subsequently suspended from duty and charged with two acts of misconduct
Supports: Summary sentence about non-compliance and disciplinary steps.
I find no reason to interfere with the order of the Labour Court, and consequently, the appeal must fail.
Supports: Summary sentence about the appeal being dismissed.