Common use of Time of Election Clause in Contracts

Time of Election. 3.1. The ordinary election of a trade union representative is held every second year (uneven years) in November, with commencement on or before 1 January of the following year, unless another election period has been agreed. The trade union representative is eligible for re-election. 3.2. If, during his term of office, a trade union representative becomes unable to discharge his duties, a new trade union representative may be elected for the rest of the term. In case of long-term absence, a temporary trade union representative may be elected for the period of absence. 3.3. An alternate for the trade union representative may be elected. The alternate takes the trade union representative’s place if the latter resigns or becomes unable to discharge his duties for other reasons. The alternate only obtains rights and protection when he takes up the duties as a trade union representative.