Religious discrimination bill could protect workplace bullies, critics warn

Employers may be unable to fulfil their legal duty to prevent workplace bullying under religious freedom law, say academics

Legal academics and the Diversity Council have warned that the Coalition’s proposed religious discrimination bill is unworkable for employers and will thwart policies designed to create safe and inclusive workplaces.

In a joint submission, the academics warn the bill’s proposed ban on workplace policies regulating religious speech would leave employers in the invidious position of having a duty under occupational health and safety laws to create safe workplaces, but being restrained in their ability to prevent bullying.

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