Workplace Relations Framework
Public inquiry
This inquiry has concluded. The Australian Government asked the Productivity Commission to undertake a public inquiry to examine the performance of the workplace relations framework and identify improvements to it.
The issues papers covered a range of issues on which the Commission sought information and feedback, and was intended to assist you in preparing a submission. Initial submissions were due 13 March 2015. Read the issues paper
The Commission was asked to review the impact of the workplace relations framework on matters including:
- unemployment, underemployment and job creation
- fair and equitable pay and conditions for employees, including the maintenance of a relevant safety net
- small businesses
- productivity, competitiveness and business investment
- the ability of business and the labour market to respond appropriately to changing economic conditions patterns of engagement in the labour market
- the ability for employers to flexibly manage and engage with their employees
- barriers to bargaining
- red tape and the compliance burden for employers
- industrial conflict and days lost due to industrial action
- appropriate scope for independent contracting.
