Queensland’s LNP has tread softly in government. It’s now baring its teeth over the power to break up workers’ strikes
The Queensland Liberal National Party (LNP) government has introduced controversial legislation that would allow the deputy premier to break public sector strikes. The bill also restricts compensation for psychological injuries among public servants, drawing criticism from unions.
Why it matters
These changes represent a significant shift in labor relations and could impact the party's suburban voter base.
The deputy premier of Queensland, Jarrod Bleijie, wants the power to break up strikes by public sector workers. Photograph: AAP The deputy premier of Queensland, Jarrod Bleijie, wants the power to break up strikes by public sector workers. Photograph: AAP Queensland politics Analysis Queensland’s LNP has tread softly in government. It’s now baring its teeth over the power to break up workers’ strikes Ben Smee The controversial legislation may end up placing large sections of its suburban support – critical to the party’s lead in the polls – on the bonfire
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For almost two years, the Liberal National party’s strategy for government in Queensland has been to stay well clear of issues that risk burning through political capital.
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