Labour Matters with Andrew Levy Solid Gold Clients

Once it is established that there is a dysfunctional employment relationship that is going nowhere, the notion of a mutual separation agreement comes into force. Andrew Levy discusses the merits of this course of action, how it can be effected by agreement, and, more importantly, without the threat of a constructive dismissal or follow-up from the CCMA.

Hear what Andrew Levy has to say about dismissing those seemingly "undismissable" employees who just don't fit into your organisation and how you can manage this in terms of the LRA's requirements for a fair dismissal. He also sets out your options for the termination of the employment under these trying circumstances.

Andrew Levy provides some answers to the current dilemma with regard to the hiring and employment of foreign nationals, illegals, and the issue of work permits. The employer's obligations in terms of their status and the prevailing immigration law is explained, as too is the question of whether they are covered under our current labour legislation.

Listen to Andrew Levy explain what is meant by the concept of the 'pay see-saw' and the upward and downward pressures that move it in a particular direction. He also touches on the current index of earnings and how this has moved pre- and post Covid, as well as employers' expectations in terms of union and salary increases in 2023.

Listen to what Andrew and Sarah Levy have to say about four important issues that will impact the workplace in 2023 -

- The question around the employment of foreigners
Get a handle on the Government's draft plan to deal with the "illegals" issue and at the same time attract skilled labour

- The outlook for inflation in 2023 and how this will affect wage demands, employee expectations and settlements in the coming year

- Workplace harassment - a new code of practice
Find out how the code aims to eliminate sexual and racial harassment and address the problem of bullying in the workplace

- The amended Employment Equity Act
Find out what this means for small businesses with the narrow definition of a "designated employer" and who will be responsible for setting sectoral numerical targets

Often regarded as a dull piece of legislation, Andrew looks at the intricacies of the BCEA dealing as it does with everyday work issues and having the greatest influence on the employer.

He discusses the importance of the definitions, the distinction between wage and remuneration, how ‘ordinary’ hours of work are defined, "use it or lose it" policies for leave, changing hours of work and why most incentives and bonuses are not discretionary. Leave and absence, sick leave and medical certificates, terminations, the issue of short time and the 13th
cheque are all part of the mixed bag.