The federal government’s handling of the national COVID-19 vaccination campaign is set to dominate the agenda when Parliament resumes today after a six-week break.

The federal government has pledged to close a loophole that currently allows people who leave the country on non-essential trips to collect a sick-leave benefit while they quarantine.

Meanwhile, opposition parties are calling for more support for families and businesses. They also plan to press the federal government on delays in the delivery and distribution of COVID-19 vaccines.

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MPs are expected to work together to allow virtual attendance in the House of Commons as many provinces remain in lockdown during the second wave of the pandemic.