Australian Federal Court orders Qantas to compensate 1,700 unlawfully dismissed workers during COVID-19, totaling tens of millions.

The Australian Federal Court has ordered Qantas to compensate three workers unlawfully dismissed during the COVID-19 pandemic, awarding A$170,000 ($123,000) each. The total compensation for approximately 1,700 affected employees could amount to tens of millions of dollars. Qantas argued the dismissals were necessary, but the court ruled otherwise.

October 21, 2024
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