Members were advised in Member Advice NAT 262/21 that the Fair Work Commission (FWC) extended the operation of Schedule X—Additional Measures During the COVID-19 Pandemic, in 73 awards until 30 June 2022. Schedule X provides an entitlement to unpaid pandemic leave.

Schedule X has been extended by the FWC until 31 December 2022 in 6 awards and has ceased to operate in the remainder of the 73 awards. The 73 awards are listed in Attachment A to Member Advice NAT 262/21.