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News and events just for you
The latest five Borders news bulletins and events are below. You will find the rest of your news and events on the individual sector information pages below.
Admin error strips Customs staff of leave - 27 July 2010 Customs claims more than 150 staff have been over-credited leave due to administrative errors, some of which occurred up to a decade ago. Customs wants to strip staff of this leave in one go, which would have a significant impact on entitlements. The CPSU has intervened by lodging an official dispute and we are seeking an urgent meeting with Customs to find a fair solution.
Urgent information for Customs members- 23 July 2010 Your employer informed CPSU at a meeting on 22 July that Customs now plans, as a result of the Federal Budget in May, to commence job cuts.
Hey Customs management - get with the program!- 13 July 2010 Your conditions are too important to be delayed. CPSU members and interested staff recently sent a series of strong messages to your employer about your next enterprise agreement. After three rounds of discussions, your employer is yet to engage in negotiations on your conditions.
Critical Incident Service Australia's national security environment has changed. Officers now face greater risks and increased public and political scrutiny.