A panel of three 'experts' has been chosen to lead the Government review of the Fair Work Act.
The Hon Bill Shorten MP has selected three people he deemed suitable to carry out the reassessment of the legislation, which underlines a balanced system for good workplace relations.
The members include Reserve Bank board member John Edwards, former Federal Court Judge, the Honourable Michael Moore and noted legal and workplace relations academic, Professor Ron McCallum AO.
The panel has been asked to consider evidence from stakeholders and provide a report to the Government by May 31 next year.
“I asked these three experts to conduct the review because they bring diverse experience and skills in working on workplace relations and economic matters in Australia and their ability to bring a new perspective to the debate,” Shorten said. “The review represents an important opportunity to have an evidence based discussion about the operation of the legislation and the extent to which its effects have been consistent with the Government’s objectives.”
Shorten said the Government believes the Fair Work Act is working well, but that there is always room for improvement.
The panel will continue to consult with employer organisations, trade unions, employees, workplace relations experts and peak bodies throughout the review period and beyond.