Victoria's two-day-a-week work-from-home plan draws criticism
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Victorians will be allowed to work from home for at least two days a week under the state government’s proposed new laws.

Premier Jacinta Allan today announced plans to introduce legislation enabling workers in both the public and private sectors who can reasonably perform their jobs from home to do so.

“Not everyone can work from home, but everyone can benefit,” she said.

Premier Jacinta Allan today announced she would introduce legislation to allow both public and private sector workers who can reasonably do their job at home to be able to. (Nine)

“If you can do your job from home, we’ll make it your right, because we’re on your side.”

Allan added that more than a third of all Australians are already regularly working from home.

The permanent flexible working arrangements are projected to save employees about $110 per week, reduce commuting time by an average of three hours, and support women with children, caregivers, and people with disabilities.

Treasurer Jaclyn Symes said this was also an economic policy that would boost labour participation and productivity. 

Employer groups said they were completely blindsided by the call.

“It is a staggering development. One that we weren’t expecting and haven’t been consulted on,” stated Committee for Melbourne Chief Executive Scott Veenker.

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Melbourne’s Lord Mayor Nick Reece said the law could be unfair to workers who are unable to work from home. (Getty)

“It’s an overstep by the government, it’s overreach,” Australian Industry Group’s Victoria Head Tim Piper.

“It shows a complete disregard for the role that business people have in their own business.”

Melbourne’s Lord Mayor Nick Reece said the law could be unfair to workers who are unable to work from home.

“If you’re a teacher, or a police officer, or a nurse, you need to be present to perform your duties, and I believe it’s only fair for public servants and politicians to do the same,” he mentioned.

Allan accepted that there will be some workplaces where working from home will not be an option.

Victorian Opposition Leader Brad Brattin said he recognised working from home has become a “valuable option” for many people. (THE AGE/ LUIS ENRIQUE ASCUI)

Victorian Opposition Leader Brad Brattin said he recognised working from home has become a “valuable option” for many people.

“We support initiatives that help Victorians achieve a better work-life balance, and will closely review any legislation to ensure it encourages flexibility, productivity, and personal choice,” he added.

The state government will undertake further consultation to consider the types and sizes of businesses that will be covered by the scheme.

The law will then be introduced next year, months out from the next state election.

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