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The Guardian - AU
The Guardian - AU
National
Henry Belot

Australia’s public servants reported hundreds of bullying allegations in recent months

Exterior view of parliament house
The Albanese government’s respect at work bill became law in November. Photograph: Lukas Coch/EPA

Hundreds of public servants have reported bullying, harassment and discrimination allegations since the end of the last financial year, as government departments strive to improve workplace safety.

The culture of government workplaces has come under renewed scrutiny since the Albanese government’s respect at work bill became law in November, requiring employers to take reasonable and proportionate measures to eliminate harassment and discrimination.

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