The Australian Government's new legislation grants employees in larger businesses the right to disconnect from work communications outside of regular hours, allowing them to refuse engagement. This law applies to businesses with 15 or more employees, excluding smaller organisations. https://lnkd.in/eP6z8NK7 #righttodisconnect #digitalleash #businesstips
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This week for #ComplianceClarity, we want to talk about the Right to Disconnect legislation. Swipe through for a refresher on what this legislation is all about, what it means for employers and employees, and what the common misconceptions about it are (and the truths behind them) ▶️▶️▶️ #HRCompliance #RightToDisconnect
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What do you think about this?!?! There's widespread debate over the Albanese government's introduction of 'right to disconnect' regulations, which penalize companies for contacting employees outside of regular hours for unpaid tasks. These measures, included in the 'Closing Loopholes' Bill to secure backing from the Greens, are expected to pass parliament this week with support from Senate crossbencher David Pocock. Andrew McKellar, head of the Australian Chamber of Commerce and Industry, has criticized the laws as 'ridiculous,' arguing that they undermine the autonomy of employers and employees in managing after-hours communication. This development raises broader questions about the balance between work responsibilities and personal time. #WorkLifeIntegration #GovernmentPolicy #EmployeeRights
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