Senate debates

Tuesday, 24 March 2026

Bills

Commonwealth Entities Legislation Amendment Bill 2026; In Committee

2:23 pm

Photo of Michaelia CashMichaelia Cash (WA, Liberal Party, Leader of the Opposition in the Senate) Share this | Hansard source

Given the independence of this particular agency and also the international obligations in relation to it, credibility is of the utmost importance in relation to the Director of Safeguards. Did the government consult with the IAEA or any of Australia's defence partners et cetera regarding the introduction of a ministerial suspension power over the Director of Safeguards?

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