‘Performative reductions’: Labor MPs and business groups urge Burke against sweeping immigration changes

The Guardian reports that major Australian business groups are urging the government to suspend planned immigration changes and consult with industry about attracting more skilled workers. Some Labor MPs have expressed concern about protecting family and humanitarian visa categories, with one cautioning against 'performative reductions' in response to One Nation. Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke has delayed his expected speech on the reforms by at least a week.

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