Hi
I was dealing with the issue of unauthorised absence of Trade Union members (Also Govt. Employees) during working Hours to attend urgent meeting called by the TU president. While going through the law relating to TU i.e. TU Act, i could not notice any provision regarding meeting of TU and its regulations. Further in Civil Service rules, act of employee by remaining absence on duties without permission is treated as serious misconduct.
Fortunately, i have got an order of Bombay High Court of 2008 whereby it was observed that remaining absent to attend Trade union meeting without permission from (or intimation to) employer would amount to misconduct and disciplinary proceedings can be initiated on account of it.
I would like to receive response as to whether there is any specific provision or rule or standing order or judicial pronouncement regarding regulation of Trade Union Meetings?
