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Department of Labour - Special Allowance Payable to Workers March - 2026
What it is: The Special Allowance Payable to Workers notice requires employers to pay the special allowance for March 2026.
What it changes: Employers have a payroll obligation to pay the special allowance for affected workers for March 2026.
Who is affected:
- Workers affected by the notice
What employers should do:
- Ensure payroll includes the special allowance payment for March 2026 for affected workers
- Process the payment period and confirm the allowance is included in the March 2026 payroll
Notes: Effective month: 2026-05. Manual verification recommended.
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