Business Support for Mandatory Vaccinations Is Split in Australia

A man receives a dose of a COVID-19 vaccine at a newly opened vaccination hub in Dubbo, Australia, on Aug. 21, 2021. Belinda Soole/Getty Images

An Australian survey of over 700 businesses found that support for mandatory COVID-19 vaccinations in the workplace is split down the middle, making it a contentious issue.

Australian Industry Group (Ai Group) conducted a pulse survey earlier this month and found that 24 percent of the businesses surveyed said they would like mandated COVID-19 vaccinations for some or all employees.