Section 91: Reference to Board
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91. Reference to Board
(1) Where the Minister is satisfied that no arrangements exist in an industry for the effective regulation of wages and conditions of employment by
collective agreements or otherwise, he may refer that matter to the Board.
(2) Without prejudice to subsection (1), the Minister may, on request
made by a joint consultative or negotiating body composed of representatives of a substantial number of workers and of employers in an industry not
covered by a collective agreement, refer any matter concerning minimum
remuneration and conditions of employment in that industry to the Board.
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(3) Upon a reference under this section, the Board shall submit to the
Minister a recommendation on the minimum remuneration and specific terms
and conditions of employment.
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Questions this section answers
- Can the Minister ask the Board to recommend minimum wages for an industry with no collective agreement?