Victoria to broaden IBAC's anti-corruption powers
Government likely backs removal of the 'exceptional circumstances' test for IBAC public hearings. It also supports broader corruption investigation powers.
Victoria's Labor government likely supports changes to give IBAC more power. The changes remove the 'exceptional circumstances' test that now limits when IBAC can hold public hearings.
The amendments also expand IBAC's definition of corruption and let it follow money trails. Integrity experts and the late Greens MP Tim Read pushed for these changes.
One issue stays unsolved. Should the rule be removed that lets current and former ministers hide behind cabinet confidentiality?
- Bill currently before upper house
- Reform stage
- James Newbury
- Shadow attorney-general
- Daniel Andrews and Jacinta Allan
- Former premiers in focus
Why it mattersStronger anti-corruption oversight matters. Government misconduct can be looked into and shown publicly. There are fewer legal barriers in the way.
AustraliaVictoria's anti-corruption investigations will become more transparent, with broader power to examine alleged government wrongdoing.
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