‘Significant boost’ to economic support reflects the ‘lengthy nature of this lockdown’

Treasurer Josh Frydenberg says the “significant boost” to economic support for New South Wales households and businesses reflects the “lengthy nature" of Greater Sydney's lockdown. On Wednesday Prime Minister Scott Morrison announced the maximum support payment would be raised from $600 to $750 while the payment for those who have lost work fewer than 20 hours a week would be raised from $375 to $450. “It was pretty tough news for millions of people across New South Wales yesterday to hear that they’re going for another month of lockdowns,” Mr Frydenberg told Sky News Australia. “We’ve seen that before in Victoria, these lengthy lockdowns take their toll on businesses and families. “But what we have done yesterday is announce a significant boost to economic support packages for both households and for business. “I think it’s welcome and it does reflect the lengthy nature of this lockdown.” Via news.com.au — Australia’s leading news site https://www.news.com.au