Public Sector

374. Hon ALISON XAMON to the Leader of the House representing the Premier:

I refer to reports that the government may be considering a public sector wage freeze.

(1)  Does the Premier support freezing the wages of public sector workers at this time?

(2)  Has the government determined to freeze public sector wages?

(3)  If yes to (2), during what time period will the freeze take effect?

Motion

HON ALISON XAMON (North Metropolitan) [11.07 am]: I move —

That this house —

(1)  notes the government’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic in Western Australia;

(2)  acknowledges that there are sectors of our society and economy that remain in significant need of further support; and