Managers Voice Concern Over WorkChoices Legislation

In Australia there has been some debate over WorkChoices legislation. It is this legislation that has been one of the biggest changes to industrial relations for almost a century. While it has much support from the Business Council of Australia as well as the Australian Chamber of Commerce and Industry, it has met opposition from labor groups and unions. One of the changes that have gone into effect since the legislation has been passed involves employees losing their protection of unfair dismissal laws. This is just one of the many changes that have been made to the Federal System. The result of this legislation is lower worker morale because the employees feel that their basic work conditions are under attack and they should be protected by the law. There has even been speculation that many jobs will relocate to offshore locations. Will this new legislation hurt Australia’s economy, or will this just be a temporary set back?