Policy Update - October #1
Government Response to the Privacy Act Review
We now have a response from the Government on the Privacy Act Review Report to reform Australia's current privacy framework. In its first phase, implementation of the response will involve steps to introduce legislation for personal information protection in 2024. Its second phase, led by the Attorney-General's Department, will involve further consultation and a comprehensive impact analysis before the Government makes final decisions on implementation of proposals marked in the response as 'agrees in principle'.
AGD has published a helpful fact sheet outlining the structure of the response and next steps.
Digital Identity Bill consultation
The Government is calling on feedback on the draft Digital Identity Bill 2023, which includes views on the proposed Digital Identity Rules and Digital ID Accreditation.
When passed, the legislation will move Digital ID to a nationally regulated system, making it more accessible across both the public and private sectors introducing strong privacy provisions.
New White Paper on Jobs and Opportunities
The Government has released a White Paper outlining the Government's vision for the future of Australia's labour market.
The White Paper's roadmap has a strong focus on supporting digital/tech jobs and outlines five objectives that will contribute to achieving the Government's vision:
Delivering sustained and inclusive full employment
Promoting job security and strong, sustainable wage growth
Reigniting productivity growth
Filling skills needs and building our future workforce
Overcoming barriers to employment and broadening opportunity
