Usap Tayo: Do you still read work emails or answer your boss's calls even after working hours?

A proposed law expected to be passed this week in Australia will grant employees the right to disconnect, not answer calls or emails if they are not on paid working hours.

Legislation set to pass parliament this week will give Australian employees the right to disconnect and not answer calls or emails outside of paid hours. Credit: Pexels / Taryn Elliot

Key Points

• The right to disconnect is anticipated to be passed today in parliament, where the law will prohibit unreasonable calls from employers.
• Employees can file complaints with the Fair Work Commission, and companies may face fines if they fail to comply with the law.
• Some business owners and the opposition are opposed to the proposal.

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Usap Tayo: Do you still read work emails or answer your boss's calls even after working hours?

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