'n Afbakening van die jurisdiksie van die arbeidsappélhof in arbeidsgeskille

Abstract

This research report is focused on a discussion of the current status of the Labour Appeal Court in terms of the proposed changes given by the Superior Courts Bill. The main focus will be on the direct and indirect impact of the Superior Courts Bill on the existing jurisdiction of the labour courts such as the impact on the dispute resolution systems and the appellate jurisdiction of the Labour Appeal Court after it's appellate power will be given to the Supreme Court of Appeal. Attention will be given to the benefits of the current labour system and the reasons for the establishment of specialist labour courts. There will also be a discussion on the main objectives that the Superior Courts Bill will have to achieve once it comes into effect.