Labour Relations Act, 1995 (Act No. 66 of 1995)Commission for Conciliation, Mediation and ArbitrationRules for the Conduct of Proceedings before the CCMAPart Two : Conciliation of Disputes11. When must the Commission notify parties of a conciliation |
| (1) | The Commission must notify the parties in writing of a conciliation hearing at least— |
| (a) | seven (7) days prior to the scheduled date in matters relating to Section 64, Section 65(2)(a) or Section 189A(8) of the Act; |
| (b) | fourteen (14) days prior to the scheduled date, in the case of any other matter. |
| (2) | Despite sub-rule (1), the Commission may give the parties a shorter notice period, if the parties have agreed or reasonable circumstances require a shorter notice period. |
| (3) | An additional seven (7) days must be provided, if a notice of conciliation in terms of this rule is sent by registered mail only. |