NURSES AND MIDWIVES ENTERPRISE AGREEMENT

In reply to the Hon. T.A. FRANKS (22 February 2011) (First Session).

The Hon. R.P. WORTLEY (Minister for Industrial Relations, Minister for State/Local Government Relations): I have been provided the following information:

1. As at 4 March 2011, all nursing and midwifery employees covered by the Enterprise Agreement had received payment of the new salary rates and allowances.

2. This is consistent with the commitments given to the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Federation during the dispute heard in the Industrial Relations Commission of South Australia. The Department of Health has provided a commitment to ensure that all subsequent salary increases under the Agreement are given effect to in accordance with the terms of the Agreement.

3. There is no entitlement to interest.