Login or become a Workplace Express subscriber

Abbott Government tightens screws with new APS bargaining policy

The upcoming federal public sector bargaining round is set to be rocky, with the Abbott Government linking pay increases to a tighter definition of productivity and directing agencies and departments not to agree to provisions that limit managerial prerogative.

You need to be logged in to read this article.

Subscribers log in here

Having trouble using your subscription? Contact us for help or check our FAQ page here for answers to commonly asked questions.

Non subscribers: Access Workplace Express by starting your subscription here.

Haven't seen Workplace Express before? For a 28-day free trial sign up here.

Go back to our homepage here.

Latest news
Call for new laws to curb AI-aided Big Brother Barely any WFH disputes in APS, inquiry told CFMEU "don't know" defence doesn't cut it: Judge "Offboarded" worker allowed to pursue sacking claim Limit penalty rates for "extra" public holidays: Employers
Court and tribunal decisions
CFMEU "don't know" defence doesn't cut it: Judge "Offboarded" worker allowed to pursue sacking claim Bench clarifies wharfies' public holiday payments LSL ruling applies to just a single worker Employer offered acceptable alternative job: FWC
Bullying
No basis for rubber-duck prank sackings: FWC Anti-bullying workaround gives peace a chance PSA industrial officer not sacked over complaint: Court No false start for anti-bullying application ANMF leaders returned as rival union crashes