There are new eligibility criteria to hold an MSIC and the list of offences which could impact your ability to hold an MSIC has been extended under the Transport Security Amendment (Serious Crime) Act 2021.
From the 23rd of August there will be a requirement to self-report to the Department of Home Affairs within 30 days if you have been convicted of any prior offences that fall within the new criteria including any of the new offences that fall under the new eligibility criteria. There are potential fines for failing to self-report. The Union is continuing to seek advice on how this will affect members and we have established a dedicated resource in National Office for any members who believe that they may be affected by the changes.
If you believe you have been convicted of an offence that may be captured under the new criteria it is important that you do the following;
