Partial win on Qld compo

Issue 

By Bill Mason BRISBANE — The Goss government is reported to be planning to partly meet union demands that new workers' compensation legislation continue to allow lump sum pay-outs for stress claims. Police, firefighters and state public servants had threatened industrial action if the lump sum provisions were removed. ACTU Queensland secretary John Thompson warned on October 27 that unions could reactivate a strike campaign if state cabinet outlawed stress related pay-outs. Employment Minister Wendy Edmond indicated on October 27 that the lump sum payments would be maintained when they related to "traumatic or critical incidents". Union leaders have responded that the government's proposed amendment still excludes situations that should not be overlooked.

If you like our work, become a supporter

Green Left is a vital social-change project and aims to make all content available online, without paywalls. With no corporate sponsors or advertising, we rely on support and donations from readers like you.

For just $5 per month get the Green Left digital edition in your inbox each week. For $10 per month get the above and the print edition delivered to your door. You can also add a donation to your support by choosing the solidarity option of $20 per month.

Freecall now on 1800 634 206 or follow the support link below to make a secure supporter payment or donation online.