VECCI response to Back to Work Act introduction to parliament

VECCI Chief Executive Mark Stone said VECCI welcomes the State Government’s introduction of the Back to Work Act to parliament and the priority the new government is placing on job creation.

"The fact this important piece of legislation has been introduced on the first parliamentary sitting day in the new term is a positive sign of the government’s focus on reducing business costs and stimulating employment," Mr Stone said.

"The Act will establish a $100 million fund to give payroll tax relief to businesses hiring unemployed youth, the long-term unemployed and retrenched workers into full time work. Employers will be eligible for a payroll tax rebate of up to $1,000 per employee to subsidise the cost of training, uniforms, transport and tools. 

"VECCI looks forward to working with the State Government to ensure all aspects of the Back to Work strategy, which includes the Premier’s Jobs and Investment Panel, Future Industries Fund, Regional Jobs Fund and Work with the World plan, are implemented as a priority and capitalised on to create productive and sustainable jobs."

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The Victorian Employers' Chamber of Commerce and Industry (VECCI) is the most influential body for employers in Victoria, informing and servicing more than 15,000 members, customers and clients around the state.

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