Annual Wage Review 2021–22

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[1] On 27 August 2021, a Statement was issued on the draft timetable for the Annual Wage Review 2021–22. 1 One submission was received from the Australian Industry Group and published on the Fair Work Commission’s website. The submission did not raise any concerns regarding the draft timetable.

[2] The draft timetable as published on 27 August 2021 is now confirmed.

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The Fair Work Commission was tasked with conducting the Annual Wage Review 2021–22. The Australian Industry Group lodged a submission on the draft timetable for the review, which was published by the Commission, and did not express any objections. The legal issues before the Commission were whether the draft timetable proposed for the Annual Wage Review 2021–22 was appropriate, and whether any changes were required to ensure the process was efficient and effective. The Commission considered the submissions received and determined that the draft timetable was appropriate. It was found that the proposed dates and processes were suitable to facilitate a thorough and efficient review. The Commission noted that the Annual Wage Review was an important mechanism for ensuring that wages and conditions in the workplace are fair and reasonable. It also highlighted the need to balance the interests of employers, employees, and the broader community. Given these considerations, the Commission concluded that no changes were necessary to the draft timetable. The Commission issued its final decision on 11 November 2021, confirming the draft timetable for the Annual Wage Review 2021–22. The Commission found that the proposed process was appropriate and would facilitate a fair and efficient review. The Commission's decision was based on its consideration of the submissions received and its assessment of the needs of the parties involved in the review process. The Commission's final orders confirmed the draft timetable for the Annual Wage Review 2021–22, and no changes were made to the proposed process.

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