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7.2 Accreditation and Subsidy Procedures
The Labour Relations Act provides for the accreditation of councils and private agencies to perform dispute resolution functions. The purpose of accreditation is to ensure that these entities meet the standards set by the CCMA and can provide effective dispute resolution services.
To be accredited, a council or private agency must submit an application to the CCMA, demonstrating that it has the necessary expertise, resources, and procedures in place to perform conciliation, mediation, and arbitration functions. The CCMA will review the application and may conduct inspections to verify the information provided.
If the application is approved, the council or private agency will be granted accreditation and may receive subsidies from the CCMA to support its dispute resolution activities. These subsidies help to ensure that accredited entities can provide high-quality services and are financially sustainable.
Accredited councils and private agencies must comply with the standards and guidelines set by the CCMA and are subject to regular monitoring and evaluation. This ensures that their services remain effective and that they continue to meet the needs of the parties involved in labour disputes.