Labour Relations Act, 1995 (Act No. 66 of 1995)Commission for Conciliation, Mediation and ArbitrationRules for the Conduct of Proceedings before the CCMAPart Five : Rules that apply to conciliations and arbitrations and con-arbs30. What happens if a party fails to attend arbitration proceedings before the Commission |
| (1) | If a party to the dispute fails to attend or be represented at any arbitration proceedings before the Commission, and that party— |
| (a) | had referred the dispute to the Commission, a commissioner may dismiss the matter by issuing a written ruling; or |
| (b) | had not referred the matter to the Commission, the commissioner may— |
| (i) | continue with the proceedings in the absence of that party; or |
| (ii) | adjourn the proceedings to a later date. |
| (2) | A commissioner must be satisfied that the party had been properly notified of the date, time and venue of the proceedings, before making any decision in terms of sub-rule (1). |
| (3) | If a matter is dismissed, the Commission must send a copy of the ruling to the parties within fourteen (14) days. |