Government's plans on WFH legislation show there's been no reset in relationship
Victorian Premier Ben Carroll met with employer groups to discuss amendments to work-from-home legislation currently before Parliament. No further details on the proposed changes were provided in the article.
How will Victoria's work-from-home legislation affect my trade business?
Builders and trade business owners in VIC may be affected if WFH laws change employee flexibility obligations or workplace arrangements.
Key takeaways
- Victorian Premier Ben Carroll met employer groups to discuss WFH law amendments.
- The legislation is currently before the Victorian Parliament.
- National and state employer groups were present at the meeting.
- No specific details of the proposed amendments were disclosed.
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