Our union’s advocacy has led to a member being paid out their long service leave (LSL) entitlement upon termination, despite the employer trying to withhold it.
Industrial Services Officer Mark Moorhead said recent industrial cases where employers were trying to do the wrong thing reinforced the importance union membership when it comes to disputes over payments and entitlements.
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Our union’s Industrial Team has recently achieved significant wins for members, including challenging an unfair dismissal, defending a member against untrue allegations, and maintaining accommodation entitlements.
IEU members across Queensland and the Northern Territory are set to celebrate the difference collective solidarity makes as part of Labour Day and May Day celebrations this coming long weekend (4-6 May).