Ceylon Hotel Corporation Ltd. vs. Minister of Labour – sllr 2009 volume 2 page 287

The case between Ceylon Hotel Corporation Ltd. and the Minister of Labour addressed the validity of the Minister’s actions under Section 4(1) of the Industrial Disputes Act in revoking the original arbitration reference and appointing a new arbitrator following the death of the initially appointed arbitrator. It was determined that the death of the arbitrator resulted in frustration of the original reference, making the Minister’s appointment of a new arbitrator valid. Further, the proceedings were upheld to continue despite the death of the workman, as accrued benefits were recognized as vested and enforceable rights under the Act. The findings established that the adoption of previously recorded evidence, which was mainly documentary, did not prejudice either party. The writ application