To determine whether it’s operating as intended, Labor will review the legislation
The Closing Loopholes Review will analyse the two Closing Loopholes acts to determine if the reforms are fit for purpose, under two years from its implementation on 26 August 2024.
Commencing 15 December, the review will be spearheaded by former Fair Work commissioner Susan Booth. The final report is to be handed to the government by 15 June 2026.
Minister for Employment and Workplace Relations, Amanda Rishworth, said there are “positive early signs” that the laws are working as intended.
The review will hear the perspective of workers, employers, and experts to determine whether the reforms are up to standard.
“Our Closing Loopholes laws are all about stopping Australian workers’ pay and conditions being undercut, and making sure employers doing the right thing aren’t disadvantaged,” Rishworth said.
“I’d encourage stakeholders and interested parties to engage with Ms Booth in this process.”
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