Employers push for loaded rates in face of strong union opposition
Restaurants and cafes have stayed clear of weekend penalty rates in response to Industrial Relations Minister Christian Porter’s push for a single-loaded rate in distressed industry awards, while registered clubs are pushing for all-in rates without any requirement to audit them.
Hospitality groups put forward their proposals for award flexibility on Thursday as the Australian Council of Trade Unions came out in opposition to loaded rates, award exemptions or classification changes unless they met a “high bar” for approval.
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