Impact on the Workforce
The COVID-19 pandemic may be over, but its impact on the workforce lingers. In a compelling discussion on The Court of Public Opinion, Professor Quentin Grafton reveals how long COVID is causing significant disruptions in Australia’s labor market.
The Workforce Impact
Long COVID is not just a personal health issue—it’s a workforce problem. Professor Grafton highlights that many Australians are unable to return to full-time work due to ongoing symptoms. This lead to a loss of over 100 million work hours in 2022 alone.
The Broader Economic Implications
This loss of productivity is not just a problem for those directly affected by long COVID. It has broader economic implications, including reduced output and increased healthcare costs, which ultimately impact the entire country.
Reshaping Australia’s Workforce
Long COVID is reshaping Australia’s workforce in ways that could have lasting effects. To understand the full impact and what can be done, listen to the detailed analysis on The Court of Public Opinion.
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More about Professor Quentin Grafton
R. Quentin Grafton, FASSA, is a distinguished Professor of Economics, as well as an Australian Laureate Fellow at the Australian National University (ANU). Additionally, he is the Convenor of the Water Justice Hub and serves as the Director of the Centre for Water Economics, Environment and Policy (CWEEP) at the Crawford School of Public Policy. Moreover, in April 2010, he was appointed Chairholder of the UNESCO Chair in Water Economics and Transboundary Water Governance. Currently, he holds the position of Director for the Food, Energy, Environment and Water Network while continuing as the Convenor of the Water Justice Hub.
