4.   CONSEQUENCES OF PROTECTED AND
UNPROTECTED STRIKES

 
4. Consequences of Protected and Unprotected Strikes

4.1 Is it correct to say that a strike 'suspends' the employment relationship?

4.2 Protected strike - no delict / breach of contract and right to dismiss for striking

4.3 If the rule is 'no work, no pay', does this extend to benefits?

4.4 If there is a public holiday during a strike, must an employer pay for this in terms of s 18 of the BCEA?

4.5 Can an employee apply for annual leave during a strike?

4.6 Does leave accrue during a strike?

4.7 Can an employee claim sick leave during a strike?

4.8 Can an employer assume that all union members are out on strike?

4.9 Interdicting unprotected strikes

4.10   Employers' right to compensation in response to unlawful conduct during strike action