In Brief
Five workmen appealed against the High Court's remittal of industrial references to the Labour Court, fearing termination during adjudication. The Supreme Court issued an interim order maintaining their service status. The Industrial Tribunal subsequently decided the references and awarded reinstatement with continuity of service but without back wages for periods of non-service. Finding the appeals moot following these awards, the Supreme Court disposed of the matter, leaving any further grievances to be pursued by the parties under applicable law.
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