An independent statutory review of the Fair Work Legislation Amendment (Secure Jobs, Better Pay) Act 2022 is being undertaken by an expert Review Panel to assess the impact of the legislation and whether further amendments are needed to improve its operation. Our union has appeared before the Review Panel and also provided a detailed submission on the operation of the legislation given the impact of the laws on IEU members.
Read full details here: IEU Speaks on protecting reproductive health in the workplace
Unions have long advocated for paid reproductive health leave and paid miscarriage leave and have won these entitlements in some enterprise agreements. However, legislative changes are needed to ensure all workers have fair and equitable support throughout their careers and that there is a minimum entitlement that employers must provide..
Read the full IEU Speaks below or on the ieu.org.au website.