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Qantas hit with Australia’s largest corporate penalty for illegal layoffs

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Qantas hit with Australia’s largest corporate penalty for illegal layoffs

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Qantas has been fined A$90 million (RM247 million) by an Australian court for illegally laying off 1,800 ground staff during the Covid-19 pandemic. The court deemed the penalty necessary to deter similar breaches of employment law. Qantas outsourced the jobs in 2020 despite lockdowns and border closures. The airline's reputation has suffered due to the sackings, high ticket prices, and service issues. CEO Vanessa Hudson apologized and acknowledged the hardship caused, emphasizing efforts to rebuild trust.

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