57.
The High Court has unlimited and original jurisdiction to hear and
determine any civil or criminal proceedings under any law and such
jurisdiction and powers as may be conferred on it by the Constitution or
any other law.
This, however, excludes proceedings in which the
Industrial Relations Court under the Industrial and Labour Relations Act,
Chapter 269 of the Laws of Zambia, has exclusive jurisdiction.
58.
The High Court determines appeals from the lower courts and aggrieved
parties may appeal from this Court to the Supreme Court.
59.
The Industrial Relations Court is provided for under Article 91 of the
Constitution and is established by Section 84 of the Industrial and Labour
Relations Act, Chapter 269 of the Laws of Zambia. This Court consists of
a Chairman, Deputy Chairpersons, all of whom are appointed by the
President on the advice of the Judicial Service Commission. Four other
members are appointed by the Ministry of Labour and Social Services to
serve on the Industrial Relations Court.
60.
The Chairman and Deputy Chairman should be persons who hold or have
held high judicial office or have practiced as advocates for a minimum
period of ten (10) years.
61.
The Industrial Relations Court has exclusive jurisdiction in labour related
matters. It has the jurisdiction to:
a)
Examine and approve collective agreements;
b)
Inquire into and make awards and decisions in collective
disputes;
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