Wednesday, 24 June 2020
A Public Notice has been issued that the heads of jurisdiction of the courts and tribunals in Western Australia are committed to ensuring a safe working environment for all staff.
In light of the outcome of the recent investigation commissioned by the High Court of Australia, courts and tribunals in Western Australia are taking steps to review their existing
policies and procedures concerning this issue, and to ensure that they are effectively and clearly understood by all staff. It is essential that all staff have the confidence that they are
able to raise any concerns or complaints that they may have in the workplace and that those concerns or complaints will be properly addressed. Read the full Public Notice here.
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mmcerlain@lawsocietywa.asn.au
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