ATTORNEY-GENERAL: I’m pleased to confirm today that the Labor Caucus has approved the proposed legislation to establish a powerful, transparent and independent National Anti-Corruption Commission.
The Albanese Government was elected on the 21st of May on a platform of returning integrity to federal politics. Australian voters want to see that public officials, whether they be politicians or public sector workers, act in their interest. Australian voters want to see transparency and accountability. Labor has promised to establish a strong National Anti-Corruption Commission at two elections. Now, in government, we are delivering on that promise. I will introduce the legislation tomorrow.
This shows that the Government is delivering on its promise to tackle corruption and restore trust and integrity to federal politics. I can today announce that the Government has committed $262 million over four years for the establishment and ongoing operation of the Commission. This is close to $90 million more than the former government committed. This funding will ensure that the Commission has the staff, capabilities and capacity to properly consider referrals and delegations, conduct timely investigations and undertake corruption prevention and education activities.
The Commission will be adequately funded, and its funding will have strong Parliamentary oversight. The legislation provides for a Parliamentary Joint Committee for the National Anti-Corruption Commission to regularly...
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