Peter Hendy (Eden-Monaro, Liberal Party) Share this | Hansard source

I would like to thank members who have contributed to the debate on the Parliamentary Entitlements Amendment (Injury Compensation Scheme) Bill 2016. As noted previously, senators and members have had no protection for workplace injuries and illnesses for the past 14 years. This is out of step with the vast majority of professions in this country. There have been numerous attempts since 2002 to address this gap in workplace protection. Passage of this bill is an important step towards removing this anomalous situation for parliamentarians by providing the power necessary for the minister to make a legislative instrument to formulate the parliamentary injury compensation scheme. Once again I thank all members for their contribution and commend the bill to the House.

Question agreed to.

Bill read a second time.

Message from the Governor-General recommending appropriation announced.

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