Politicians Use Rare Rules to Pressure Labor on Ignored Reports

0:00Here's more cine news from March 2nd. Australian politicians from the opposition and independents are using rare parliamentary rules to pressure the labor government into addressing. Overdo responses to committee reports. Since 2022, the government has not fully or timely replied to 169 Senate reports on topics like preventing wrongful. Overseas detention and handling algal blooms in South Australia. In the lower house, 67 reports remaining Nord, with 50 started after labor to power. Many of these reports are now years old, including key ones on banning gambling ads pushed by the late labor MP, paid a Murphy more than two and a half. Years ago, and a 2024 inquiry into financial abuse as family violence. Governments must respond within six months, but delays have piled up, leaving recommendations in limbo. Opposition leader in the house, Dan Tehan says they will pull every lever possible, accusing labor of dodging scrutiny since the May 2025 election.

1:03Independent MPK chaining calls the inaction a blow to trust, especially on gambling where Australians have lost another $85 billion. Since Murphy's report, on Tuesday, the coalition plans to test an unused rule forcing ministers to explain delays and face committee questions, though it's unclear if the speaker can enforce it. Cheney is rallying cross-bentures to lobby labor committee chairs for answers. Meanwhile, frustrations continue with independent MP Monique Ryan introducing a bill Monday to label gambling harm, a public health issue, though it. Needs government backing to pass. A government spokesperson notes they have cleared old backlogs and provide thoughtful replies to hundreds of reports. Thanks to our sponsor for helping bring you this episode.