Resolution123’s Carly Stebbing says “workers are entitled to their base hourly rate guaranteed” under the government’s $130 billion JobKeeper program.
“An employer can’t reduce their base hourly rate under the scheme,” Ms Stebbing told Sky News.
“So if you work more than $1,500 worth of hours at your hourly rate then you are entitled to be paid for those additional hours,” she said. “Otherwise you’ll get the $1,500 minimum.” Image: Getty
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