Former senator Rex Patrick claims ‘massive win for transparency’ in case dating back to 2020 ‘sports rorts’ Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastThe full federal court has rejected the Commonwealth’s attempt to keep ministerial documents beyond the reach of freedom-of-information requests after their authors leave office.Three judges dismissed a federal government appeal against a single judge’s ruling made earlier this year in favour of former independent senator Rex Patrick. The self-described “transparency warrior” had challenged an FOI refusal that spanned four years, three attorneys-general and two governments. Continue reading…
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Author : Karen Middleton Political editor
Publish date : 2024-09-25 12:55:12
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Judges reject Labor attempt to keep documents secret after ministers leave office
