Workplace Reforms Imminent

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With effect from July 1st, the Howard federal government will gain control of both Houses of Parliament – when it obtains an effective one seat majority in the Senate. This is the first time in nearly 30 years that an Australian federal government has been in such a position. With around two years until the next election, some in the electorate are nervous about what legislation the conservative government will pass.

In particular the union movement has been generating significant press coverage over the past month with a major scare mongering campaign aimed at drawing attention to the forthcoming industrial relations (workplace) reforms. With the full details of what the government is proposing still not entirely clear, the unions have commenced a series of strikes in key industries and media campaigns to ensure employees fear the worse.

This is unlikely to eventuate, with the government simply anxious to wind back workplace relation laws that are an impost on business – especially small businesses. The outcome will be a more reliable workplace, with more flexibility for employers and with greater opportunity for jobs to suit employees’ needs.

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David
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