Australian Federal Court orders Qantas to pay compensation to 1,700 workers for unlawful dismissals during Covid-19 pandemic.

The Australian Federal Court has ruled that Qantas must compensate three workers A$170,000 each for unlawful dismissals during the Covid-19 pandemic, totaling tens of millions for 1,700 affected employees. The court rejected Qantas's claim that the layoffs were justified. The Transport Workers Union is also pursuing penalties against the airline for these actions.

October 21, 2024
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