House debates Questions without Notice
Minister for Energy and Emissions Reduction
Anthony Albanese Grayndler, Australian Labor Party, Leader of the Opposition
2:01 pm
My question is addressed to the Prime Minister. Moments ago it was revealed that the New South Wales Police have formed Strike Force Garrad to investigate possible criminal behaviour connected to the Minister for Energy and Emissions Reduction. What action will the Prime Minister take?
Scott Morrison Cook, Liberal Party, Prime Minister
2:02 pm
I would simply note that any investigations that are undertaken are matters for authorities in places other than here. I would refer the member to those authorities in terms of what they are doing.
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Opposition Members:
Opposition members interjecting—
Scott Morrison Cook, Liberal Party, Prime Minister
There seem to be presumptions made by those on the other side, which they have a habit of making. If they wish to make smears against members, there are standing orders that prevent them from doing that—and I assume that is what they are seeking to do on this occasion.