Newsflash! Notice of Variation of Scope of the Furniture Bargaining Council
The scope of the Furniture Bargaining Council has been varied in terms of section 58 of the Labour Relations Act, 1995. And is, with effect from 29 July 2024, registered in respect of the Furniture, Bedding and Upholstery Manufacturing Industry in the provinces of: –
- Gauteng,
- North West,
- Mpumalanga,
- Limpopo and
- Free State.
The main functions of the Furniture Bargaining Council (FBC) are overseeing the overall funds and benefits administration, compliance, enforcement, and exemption of the various Collective Agreements concluded within its jurisdiction. Through collective agreements, the council ensures uniform conditions of employment and wages in all companies within the Furniture, Bedding, and Upholstery Industry.
The bargaining council is an effective mechanism for facilitating collective bargaining between party employer organisations and party trade unions with minimal disruption to this industry.
Read the full gazette here.
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