Economists back wage freeze to support Australia's economic recovery after coronavirus pandemic

Australian economists narrowly back a wage freeze in the minimum wage case now before the Fair Work Commission, a freeze that could flow through to millions of Australians on awards and affect the wages of millions more through the enterprise bargaining process.

The annual case is in its final stages after having begun before the coronavirus crisis and been extended to take account of its implications.

In its submission, the Australian Government called for a "cautious approach", prioritising the need to keep Australians in jobs and maintain the viability of businesses.

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