Council requests Premier to reconsider new COVID-19 restrictions
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Council has today voted to write to Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk requesting that the State Government reconsider the decision to introduce COVID-19 restrictions for unvaccinated people from 17 December 2021.
Today’s decision follows a meeting held at Town Hall on Monday 15 November, where hundreds of community members and business owners expressed strong and unreserved concern about the impacts that the new restrictions will have on business, patrons and employees.
Mayor Andy Ireland welcomed the opportunity to provide feedback on the government’s proposal to introduce new restrictions.
“We have heard the strong message coming from our community and want to relay that to the Premier,” Mayor Ireland said
“Our local businesses fear that these restrictions will hinder Queensland’s economic recovery by not allowing full participation following the re-opening of borders.
“It will also hinder business (to the point of closure in some instances) operating at full potential, as regional Queensland’s pool of employee candidates will be reduced by the new restrictions.
“Local businesses also remain unsure about their obligations and liabilities for employees under Workplace Health and Safety legislation.”
Council’s deliberations were viewed by a full public gallery and via livestream, with dozens of other community members gathering outside the Council Chambers in a visible show of support.
For more information on the Special Meeting, please visit https://www.livingstone.qld.gov.au/your-council/about-council/council-meetings-agendas