Labour relations during the corona lockdown

returning to normal has never been so uncertain and abnormal. The gradual lifting of restrictions following the hard lockdown to prevent the spread of the coronavirus will bring with it many new challenges.

Many companies have been able to open their doors and will gradually increase their work forces until the Covid-19 disease is no longer a threat. They will, however, have to consider the challenges of a continued remote workforce, safety measures for those returning, and operational issues relating to disciplinary hearings and potential retrenchments.

The safety of people returning to work will be at the forefront, and companies will have to be well-prepared for this as