Queensland’s LNP has tread softly in government. It’s now baring its teeth over the power to break up workers’ strikes
Summary
Queensland’s Liberal National Party (LNP) government plans to change workplace laws to limit public sector workers’ ability to strike and reduce access to compensation for psychological injuries. These proposals have sparked concern from unions and some workers, while some business groups support them.Key Facts
- The LNP government in Queensland plans to allow the deputy premier to stop public sector strikes if seen as “in the public interest.”
- It will be harder for public servants, including emergency workers, to claim compensation for psychological injuries unless they prove the workplace was the main cause.
- The United Workers Union says these changes hurt ambulance officers and hospital staff.
- Some business groups support the proposed changes.
- Opposition leader Steven Miles compared the plans to past policies under former premier Campbell Newman.
- The LNP government won the 2024 election by focusing on crime and avoiding divisive issues but is now pursuing more aggressive workplace laws.
- The public sector in Queensland employs over 320,000 people, making it a significant political group.
- Deputy premier Jarrod Bleijie expects strong opposition and a large campaign against the changes from the Labor party.
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