Frequently Asked Questions

Q. What are the functions of the Tribunal?

A. Under the Queensland Independent Remuneration Tribunal Act 2013 the Tribunal is responsible for reviewing remuneration in connection with members and former members of the Legislative Assembly and the entitlements of cross bench members to additional staff members and making determinations about such matters including for example:

• base salary for members of the Legislative Assembly
• additional salary for members of the Legislative Assembly holding an Office (i.e. Minister)
• allowances and entitlements to assist members to carry out their role functions and responsibilities
• allowances and entitlements for former members of the Legislative Assembly
• additional staffing entitlements for cross bench members.

Q. What powers does the Tribunal have?

A. The Queensland Independent Remuneration Tribunal Act 2013 establishes the Tribunal as an independent Statutory Authority and provides it with all the power it needs to review and make determinations about the remuneration (salaries, allowances and entitlements) of current and former members of the Legislative Assembly in Queensland and the entitlements of cross bench members to additional staff members.

Q. How is the Tribunal independent?

A. The Tribunal must operate independently in reaching its determinations. The Queensland Independent Remuneration Tribunal Act 2013 states that, in performing its functions, the Tribunal must act “independently, impartially and fairly”, and is not subject to direction or control by any entity, including any Minister. The Tribunal’s decisions (or “determinations”) are legally binding and cannot be changed.

Q.  What is the effect of Tribunal decisions?

A. In accordance with the Queensland Independent Remuneration Tribunal Act 2013, Tribunal decisions (or “determinations”) are final and conclusive, and cannot be challenged or appealed.

Q. How long are Tribunal members appointed for?

A. In accordance with the Queensland Independent Remuneration Tribunal Act 2013, Tribunal members are appointed for a term of three years.

Q. Are Tribunal members paid?

A. Yes, the Tribunal Members are paid on the basis of approved Remuneration of Part-Time Chairs and Members of Government Boards, Committees and Statutory Authorities (PDF, 494KB) procedures.

The Chair will receive $520 and the other members will receive $400 for each half-day meeting. Members are also entitled to receive payment for additional work time in accordance with the procedures.

Q. Is the Tribunal available for media comment?

A. All media queries should be directed to the Chair of the Tribunal through "Contact us".