Relief Against Time Limits. The time limit for the initial submission of the written grievance under Article 25 is mandatory. Subsequent time limits are directory and the arbitration board or single arbitrator shall be able to overrule a preliminary objection that the time limits are missed from Step 2 onward, providing that the board or arbitrator is satisfied that the grievance has been handled with reasonable dispatch and the Employer’s position is not significantly prejudiced by the delay.
Relief Against Time Limits. Time limits are directory and the arbitrator shall be able to overrule a preliminary objection that the time limits have been missed, provided that the arbitrator is satisfied that the grievance has been handled with reasonable dispatch and the Employer’s position is not significantly prejudiced by the delay.
Relief Against Time Limits. The parties may mutually agree to extend time limits under this article.
