Compilation of decisions of the Committee on Freedom of Association

Right to strike10

Closure of enterprises in the event of a strike

1. The closure of the enterprise in the event of a strike, as provided for in the law, is an infringement of the freedom of work of persons not participating in a strike and disregards the basic needs of the enterprise (maintenance of equipment, prevention of accidents and the right of employers and managerial staff to enter the installations of the enterprise and to exercise their activities).

1. The exercise of the right to strike and the occupation of the premises should respect the right to work of non-strikers, and the right of the management to enter its premises.