Jun 2, 2026 – 5.57pmAustralian Council of Trade Unions secretary Sally McManus says companies should share the productivity benefits of artificial intelligence with their employees by giving staff more time off in a move she expects would boost trust that the technology was not a threat.McManus said that although employees were feeling the pressure of more intense workloads as the use of AI became widespread, and had concerns about surveillance, the tools did not necessarily have to lead to job losses and could have a positive effect on workplaces.Subscribe to gift this articleGift 5 articles to anyone you choose each month when you subscribe.Subscribe nowAlready a subscriber? Fetching latest articles