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Program: Sunday penalty rate reduction triggers fresh political row

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The Federal Opposition is promising to use parliament and the courts to fight today's ruling which reduces Sunday penalty rates for some workers covered by retail, hospitality, fast food and pharmacy awards. The Fair Work Commission has acknowledged some workers will be worse off, and it'll hold a new round of hearings on transitional arrangements. The Government says the commission is independent, but it's confident the ruling will boost employment and the economy.

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Bill Shorten on AM

Australia, Government and Politics, Business, Economics and Finance, Hospitality Industry, Retail Industry, Federal Government

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