Legislative Change if High Court Rules for Qantas

May 10, 2023
The airline argues its ability to legally outsource ground handling jobs was done to save more than $100 million a year when its survival wasn't guaranteed.

Legislation bolstering workers' protections will be drafted by the Albanese government if the High Court rules in favour of Qantas over its decision to outsource more than 1600 workers during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Qantas is appealing two rulings by the Federal Court, which found the outsourcing of baggage handlers, cleaners and ground staff was illegal.

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