Independent Commission Against Corruption Investigation

In reply to the Hon. F. PANGALLO (24 June 2021).

The Hon. R.I. LUCAS (Treasurer): The Attorney-General has advised:

The Attorney-General sought a briefing from the DPP via the chief executive. This is common practice. It would be remiss of the Attorney-General not to keep abreast of issues such as these. In doing so, she is in no way directing or interfering with the independence of the DPP or the separation of powers between the Attorney-General's office and the DPP.

It is a matter of fact that the DPP is reviewing the matter. The DPP looks closely at a ruling of 'no case to answer' with a view to, if appropriate, filing an ex officio information.