Mr Jones said that while Boxing Day itself falls on a Saturday this year, the public holiday for Boxing Day is the following Monday.

“Employers need to ensure they pay the correct penalty rates and other entitlements, as set out in their appropriate awards or agreements, for any employees who are required to work on this public holiday,” he said.

Employers can contact Industrial Relations on 131 628 or visit www.industrialrelations.nsw.gov.a u