The COVID-19 pandemic

The COVID-19 pandemic has profoundly affected Australian society and its impact on the economy has been severe. Many industries have suffered huge losses in revenue due to border closures, movement restrictions and general slowdown of economic activity. The Federal Government is planning its post- pandemic strategy, but there is only a finite amount of money for direct economic support available. Many industries and organisations will be lobbying for support from the government. Details of the government economic response to the pandemic can be found here:

https://treasury.gov.au/coronavirus

Representing the Tourism industry organisation, make a submission on their behalf to a hypothetical Commonwealth Department of Treasury enquiry on economic recovery postpandemic outlining the impact of the pandemic and calling for government support for my industry:

https://qualitytourismaustralia.com/

See https://www.aph.gov.au/Parliamentary_Business/Committees/Senate/COVID19/COVID19/Submissions for examples of submissions to The Senate Select Committee on COVID19. Bear in mind these submissions cover a broad range of topics, not just business

As a political lobbyist, the objective of the submission is to clearly outline the interests and concerns held by business in relation to the policy issue central to the inquiry scenario. This process will also involve reviewing and expanding the existing policy position held by the tourism industry. The central objective of the submission is to make a case as to why government should follow the advice contained in the submission. The key is to research and develop a clear argument in relation to the policy issue and to present it in a persuasive manner.

submission should have a brief introductory section which covers the following issues:

– Title

– Name and background of your client

– The issue(s) you are addressing

– The historical background of the issue