Kenya Union of Printing, Publishing, Paper Manufacturers, Pulp and Packaging Industries v Africa Polysack Limited [2015] KEELRC 174 (KLR)
- Court
- Employment & Labour Relations Court
- Case number
- 174
- Citation
- [2015] KEELRC 174 (KLR)
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TypeLabour Relations DisputePostureInterlocutory ApplicationCoramAbuodha J. N.
Holding
The Court declines to grant the orders sought in the application dated 28 May 2015 and directs that the claim proceeds to trial on merit.
Facts
The Kenya Union of Printing, Publishing, Paper Manufacturers, Pulp and Packaging Industries applied for orders compelling Africa Polysack Limited to sign a formal recognition agreement and effect the check-off system.
Issues
- Whether the applicant union has attained a simple majority to earn recognition as provided under section 54(1) of the Labour Relations Act.
- Whether the orders sought in the application dated 28 May 2015 are merited and capable of being granted pending the hearing and determination of the main claim.
Reasoning
The Court notes a dispute regarding whether the applicant union has attained a simple majority to earn recognition as provided under section 54(1) of the Labour Relations Act. The applicant contests the findings of the conciliation.
Outcome
The application is dismissed and the case proceeds to trial on merit.
Authorities cited
Legislation (1)
- Labour Relations Act, 2007
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