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Update on the Trade Unions (Amendment) Act 2024

Update on the Trade Unions (Amendment) Act 2024

Dive deep into the key amendments of the Trade Unions Act 2024. Understand the changes, their implications for trade unions, and how to ensure compliance with practical insights and case studies.

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Course objective

  • To understand the major amendments in the Trade Unions Act 1959 as introduced by the Trade Unions (Amendment) Act 2024.
  • To assess the impact of these amendments on trade unions, employers, and employees.
  • To explore strategies for union management under the new framework.
  • To provide practical guidance for compliance with the new regulations.
DAY 01 January 6, 2025

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8.30am – 9.00am

Module 1: Introduction to the Trade Unions (Amendment) Act 2024

9.00am – 10.30am

  • Overview of the Trade Unions Act 1959 and the need for the 2024 amendments.
  • Key reasons behind the changes and the goals of the updated legislation.

Morning Tea Break

10.30am – 10.45am

Module 2: Redefining 'Trade Union'

10.45am – 1.00pm

  • Explanation of the updated definition of ‘trade union’ in Section 2.
  • Removal of restrictions based on specific industry, trade, or occupation.
  • Case studies: From industry-specific unions to broader representation (e.g., FIEU expanding beyond the food industry).

Lunch Break

1.00pm – 2.00pm

Module 3: Multiplicity of Trade Unions

2.00pm – 3.45pm

  • Impact of the removal of restrictions on forming trade unions within specific establishments or industries.
  • Practical steps unions need to take to expand their membership scope.
  • Case study: How in-house unions and industry-specific unions can adapt to the new framework.

Afternoon Tea Break

3.45pm – 4.00pm

Module 4: DGTU's Powers and Responsibilities

4.00pm – 4.45pm

  • Understanding the Director General of Trade Unions (DGTU)’s authority to refuse registration based on specific criteria.
  • Conflict with the Act’s provisions or regulations.
  • Similarity of names with existing unions.
  • Potential to promote ill-will or hostility.
  • Procedures for union registration and dealing with DGTU refusals.

Q & A Session - End of Day 1

4.45pm – 5.00pm

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8.30am – 9.00am

Module 5: Changes to Strike Procedures

9.00am – 10.30am

  • Examination of the amendments to strike requirements:
  • Reduction in the majority required for strike approval from two-thirds to more than half of 60% of eligible voters.
  • Case study: Strike voting processes before and after the amendment.
  • Timelines for submitting secret ballot results to DGTU (7 working days).
  • Rules regarding voting eligibility (exclusions for dismissed, retired, or retrenched members).

Morning Tea Break

10.30am – 10.45am

Module 6: Minimum Union Membership Age and Leader Accountability

10.45am – 1.00pm

  • Changes to the minimum union membership age (from 16 to 15 years).
  • Introduction of liabilities for union leaders (president, secretary, treasurer) for offences committed by the union.
  • Case studies and legal interpretations: Understanding leadership accountability in union operations.

Lunch Break

1.00pm – 2.00pm

Module 7: Enforcement and Investigation Powers

2.00pm – 3.45pm

  • Detailed discussion on the five new sections introduced by the 2024 amendments:
  • S63A: Investigation and enforcement powers.
  • S63B: Appointment of enforcement officers.
  • S63C: Powers to compel witness attendance for investigation.
  • S63D: Inspection and production of documents/articles.
  • S63E: Power to seize articles/documents during investigations.
  • Practical exercises: How these new powers impact trade union compliance and internal governance

Afternoon Tea Break

3.45pm – 4.00pm

Module 8: Appeals and Stay of Execution

4.00pm – 4.45pm

  • Introduction of S71A: Automatic stay of execution of DGTU’s decision during appeals related to union registration.
  • Legal considerations and practical applications of the appeal process.

Q & A Session - End of Day 2

4.45pm – 5.00pm

Update on the Trade Unions (Amendment) Act 2024

Dive deep into the key amendments of the Trade Unions Act 2024. Understand the changes, their implications for trade unions, and how to ensure compliance with practical insights and case studies.

 

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Update on the Trade Unions (Amendment) Act 2024

Dive deep into the key amendments of the Trade Unions Act 2024. Understand the changes, their implications for trade unions, and how to ensure compliance with practical insights and case studies.

 

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