the Applicant v Liverpool City Council & Christie Wilson
Citation: [2025] FWC 3647
What happened
the Applicant commenced employment with Liverpool City Council in 2018. She made an application to the Fair Work Commission concerning a contravention involving her dismissal. The Fair Work Commission considered whether Liverpool City Council was a ‘national systems employer’.
What was decided
The Fair Work Commission found that Liverpool City Council was not a national systems employer. Commissioner McKinnon and the Commissioner made this decision. The case was listed for a further hearing.
What it means for employers
Employers should review their classification as a national systems employer. This determination has implications for the application of the Fair Work Act.
What it means for employees
Employees should be aware of the definition of a national systems employer and how this classification may affect their workplace rights.
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