Disputes KFC settles shift rest class action in Australia Fast-food giant agrees to pay nearly AU$29m to staff unlawfully denied ten-minute breaks iStock.com/bankrx Image Chantelle Cloete Reporter Tuesday 17 March 2026 KFC has agreed to pay AU$28.8m (£15.3m) to settle a class action alleging that tens of thousands of fast food workers were denied legally mandated rest breaks. Get AccessContinue reading International Employment LawyerAlready have access? Login now Email Enter your email address. Password Enter the password that accompanies your email address. Reset your passwordLog in Need access? Find out how to enjoy unlimited accessGet access You might also like... Crime Coles ignored red flags from disgraced security firm, claims labour regulator Working Time Australian unions lobby Albanese government for shorter workweek Training Australian employers not doing enough to help young people secure jobs Platform Workers Gig platforms reach “world-first” wage deal with Australian union