Morrison announces bonus of up to $800 to encourage workers to stay in highly stretched aged care system
- Written by Michelle Grattan, Professorial Fellow, University of Canberra
With COVID deaths in aged care mounting and reports of neglect of residents due to acute workforce shortages, Scott Morrison on Monday announced bonus payments totalling up to $800 for staff.
Two payments of up to $400 each will be made on a pro rata basis, according to hours worked. The first payment will be provided next month, with a second by...