Mediation in Labour Disputes

Abstract

The article analyzes the essence of mediation and its applicability to the Labour Court, reveals the advantages of this way of resolving conflicts in the workplace, as well as identifies some of the problems of its implementation. In the work the authors highlight the main positive features of mediation, namely its confidentiality, voluntary, short time frame for a decision on the dispute, as well as the opportunity to come to a decision, to a common decision, satisfying both sides. The question about the difference between the solution to the dispute in labour disputes and mediation procedure is raised. According to the results of the study the authors conclude that the inclusion of mediation in labour disputes settlement system meets the objective of enhancing the stability of labour relations and stimulates the employees and employers to seek a balance of interests.