SI National Union of Workers v Omex Industries Ltd [2008] SBTDP 7; L9.10.2008 (1 January 2008)

IN THE TRADE DISPUTES PANEL
SOLOMON ISLANDS

Case No. L9/10/2008

BETWEEN

S. I. National Union of Workers
Applicant

AND

Omex Industry Limited
Respondent

FINDING

Upon hearing from Mr. Tony Kagovai for the applicant and having considered the result of the secret ballot, the Panel is satisfied that the majority of the employees are in support of the union that it represents them on matters relating to their terms and conditions of employment.

The Panel therefore ordered as follows:

1.	The respondent is to recognize the union as legitimate body to represent the workers on matters relating to their terms and conditions of their employment.
2.	The parties to commence negotiation on the terms of the Collective Agreement within 7 days.
3.	The respondent is to pay $500.00 towards panel expenses within 7 days.

On behalf of the Panel

CHAIRMAN
TRADE DISPUTES PANEL