House debates Questions without Notice
Australian Building and Construction Commission
Paul Fletcher Bradfield, Liberal Party, Shadow Minister for Government Services and the Digital Economy
2:45 pm
My question is to the Minister for Skills and Training. Can the minister inform the House as to whether he has met with any CFMEU officials regarding the abolition of the construction watchdog?
Brendan O'Connor Gorton, Australian Labor Party, Minister for Skills and Training
2:46 pm
I thank the honourable member for his question. Before I answer that question, I also congratulate you, Mr Speaker, on your elevation to office—a well-deserved result in the election yesterday. I indicate to the House that I've not spoken to any official of the CFMEU in relation to this matter that has been asked of me by the honourable member.