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Checks and balances needed on fast-track executive power

Without it ‘democracy is the loser,’ says the Chief Ombudsman, in a rare submission on legislation.

Chief Ombudsman Peter Boshier.

Brent Edwards Fri, 10 May 2024

Chief Ombudsman Peter Boshier has urged Parliament to make it clear the expert panels to be set up under the Fast-Track Approvals Bill will be covered by the Official Information Act.

Boshier made a submission to the Environment Select Committee this morning, noting that it was not normally the

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Brent Edwards Fri, 10 May 2024
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