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Scott Morrison speaks with volunteers while visiting a relief centre in South Australia

Scott Morrison speaks with volunteers while visiting a relief centre in South Australia Source: AAP

Prime Minister Scott Morrison has directed all Commonwealth public service leaders to permanently offer at least 20 working days paid leave.


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By Evan Young

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Prime Minister Scott Morrison has directed all Commonwealth public service leaders to permanently offer at least 20 working days paid leave.



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