Sunday, July 10, 2005

Poll: Two thirds oppose Howard's IR plans

Most workers think John Howard's new industrial laws may leave them worse off.

Almost two-thirds of those surveyed in a Galaxy Research poll, conducted on Friday and Saturday for The Sunday Mail, said they believed the changes might lead to lower pay and poorer working conditions.

The poll found widespread scepticism about the benefits the changes are supposed to bring. Only one-third believe the changes will lead to more jobs.

Even among John Howard's own supporters, only 44 per cent agree that the legislation will create new jobs, compared with 36 per cent that do not expect more jobs to result.

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