Business and industry groups welcome Qld trading hours review

Business and industry groups have welcomed the Palaszczuk Government’s review of retail trading hours in Queensland.

Industrial Relations Minister Grace Grace said the review could unlock an estimated $200 million annual economic benefit to the State.

“Current anomalies in the State’s retail trading hours are costing Queensland business,” she said.

“Business and industry groups acknowledge this cost and they support our review, which will address these anomalies.

“The CCIQ says carefully targeted trading hours reform can help ease the compliance burden and reduce regulatory inconsistencies for business.

“They’ve acknowledged our commitment to review the current Act, with a view to enabling small business to compete and grow.

“The National Retailers Association also says it’s looking forward to working with the government with the hope of reforming retail trade in Queensland.

“They share our commitment to give retailers greater flexibility to better service their customers.”

Stakeholder groups from business, industry, tourism and unions are being invited to join the reference panel.

The panel will be chaired by QUT School of Justice Associate Professor and former Speaker of the Queensland Legislative Assembly John Mickel.

“This review is about delivering sensible economic reform that benefits the public, while delivering for workers and business,” Ms Grace said.

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