| Case ID |
22e48850-35f1-4495-a16e-d17412246fba |
| Body |
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| Case Number |
Labour Appeal No. 10 of 2015 |
| Decision Date |
Oct 30, 2015 |
| Hearing Date |
Oct 26, 2015 |
| Decision |
The Labour Appellate Tribunal dismissed the appeal, affirming the decision of the Labour Court to allow the membership of the petitioners in the trade union. The tribunal directed compliance with the Labour Court's order, which required the respondents to accept the monthly subscription payments and restore the membership of the petitioners. The tribunal found no illegality in the Labour Court's ruling, emphasizing the employees' rights under the Balochistan Industrial Relations Act, 2010, and the necessity for the union to comply with court orders to avoid contempt. The tribunal's directives included ensuring the immediate deduction of union subscriptions from the respondents' salaries. |
| Summary |
The case revolves around labor rights under the Balochistan Industrial Relations Act, 2010, specifically focusing on employees' rights to join trade unions. The petitioners, employees of Merck (Pvt.) Ltd., sought to restore their membership in the Merck Employees Union after facing refusal from the union despite fulfilling the necessary financial obligations. The tribunal upheld the Labour Court's decision, highlighting the importance of fair labor practices and the legal framework supporting workers' rights. The ruling reinforces the principle that unions must adhere to legal directives and recognize the rights of their members, ensuring compliance with labor laws. This case is significant for workers seeking to assert their rights in trade unions and is a critical reference for future labor disputes. |
| Court |
Labour Appellate Tribunal, Balochistan
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| Entities Involved |
Merck (Pvt.) Ltd.,
Merck Employees Union (CBA)
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| Judges |
ABDULLAH BALOCH
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| Lawyers |
Muhammad Ibrahim,
Abdul Aziz Lehri,
Ali Riaz
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| Petitioners |
ANOTHER,
MUHAMMAD SIDDIQUE
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| Respondents |
11 OTHERS,
ABDUL NABI
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| Citations |
2016 SLD 2828,
2016 PLC 383
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| Other Citations |
Not available
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| Laws Involved |
Balochistan Industrial Relations Act, 2010
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| Sections |
3,
18,
32,
41,
52,
55
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