Recent Circulars
Amendments to the Parliamentary Business Resources Regulations 2017
Amendments have been made to the Parliamentary Business Resources Regulations 2017.
Effective from 23 February 2019, the parliamentary business resources framework:
- no longer provides for the Canberra daily allowance
- enables members to use office expenses... more
Change to Emergency Management Services (EMS) Provider
From 1 January 2019, Jardine Lloyd Thompson Pty Ltd (JLT) will replace First 5 Minutes as the contracted provider for Emergency Management Services for Parliamentarians and Members of Parliament (Staff) Act 1984 (MOP(S) Act) employees.
Amendments to the Parliamentary Business Resources Regulations 2017 - Office Expenses and International Travel
Effective from 24 November 2018, the parliamentary business resources framework covers:
- new types of office expenses, including wreaths and cloud-based services (including storage and software), and
- international travel expenses for one employee who accompanies a member on... more
Hot Topics
Workplace Bullying and Harassment Policy
The Workplace Bullying and Harassment Policy for MOP(S) Act Employees and Parliamentarians has been revised, incorporating additional information regarding sexual harassment.
Parliamentary Expenses Management System
PEMS is a secure, online portal that enables you to claim and manage a range of office and travel expenses over any computer or mobile device with an internet connection.
Access PEMS to register and start using the system.
The release of PEMS delivers on a key recommendation of the 2016 review, An Independent Parliamentary Entitlements System Review to provide a ‘fit-for-purpose, integrated online work expenses system’.
The fully integrated expense management solution is due for completion in 2020.
For help and assistance with PEMS, please contact: