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McCormack expressed concern that the government has not done enough to assist tradespeople and workers outside the university system. While the bill was passed through Parliament, he highlighted the limited opportunities for members to debate in the House of Representatives, critiquing procedural fairness in the legislative process.
He emphasized that the recent policy decisions, including a $16 billion cost to taxpayers, could disproportionately impact those who do not benefit directly from such reforms, notably tradies and construction workers. The construction industry, he said, is in crisis, with a record number of firms closing down in the past year, reflecting broader economic struggles.