The Fair Work Commission is reviewing potential changes to the Clerks Award, prompted by a union proposal for a six-month notice period before mandating office returns. The Australian Services Union stresses that this timeframe is essential for employees to manage their commitments, especially for those balancing family and caregiving responsibilities. Large companies have begun enforcing return-to-office policies after prolonged work-from-home periods. The union argues that abrupt changes can disrupt established routines and require significant adjustments for employees.
A fair notice period is a critical protection that recognises the reality of people's lives. For many people, particularly women, working from home is deeply integrated into how they manage their family and caring responsibilities.
Suddenly removing that arrangement isn't a simple change - it pulls a thread that can unravel a family's entire routine. It means finding new after-school care where there are often long waiting lists, rearranging transport, or finding alternative support for an elderly parent.
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