Application by Cater Care Australia Operations Pty Ltd
What happened
Cater Care Australia Operations Pty Ltd applied to the Fair Work Commission to vary a redundancy pay determination. The application relates to an employee’s other employment and the employer’s incapacity to pay. The Fair Work Commission case number is C2025/12803.
What was decided
The Commissioner heard the application. The decision does not detail the specifics of the variation sought or the reasons for the decision. The Fair Work Commission published the decision on 31 December 2024.
What it means for employers
Employers should review their redundancy pay arrangements and ensure they comply with relevant determinations. They should also consider potential impacts of an employee’s other employment and their own financial capacity when calculating redundancy pay.
What it means for employees
Employees should understand their entitlements to redundancy pay and seek advice if they believe their employer has not complied with relevant obligations.
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