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The possibility of compulsory COVID-19 vaccinations in the workplace

Hugo Pienaar, Director in our Employment Law practice joined eNCA to discuss the NEDLAC agreement and the possibility of compulsory COVID-19 vaccinations in the workplace. He explains the consultation process that employers will need to undertake, if they would like to implement compulsory vaccinations.

14 Jun 2021 1:57 Minutes TV interview

Hugo Pienaar, Director in our Employment Law practice joined eNCA to discuss the NEDLAC agreement and the possibility of compulsory COVID-19 vaccinations in the workplace. He explains the consultation process that employers will need to undertake, if they would like to implement compulsory vaccinations.

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