The adoption of the Victorian government’s bill to extinguish civil actions arising out of the Lawyer X saga would have wider implications for society.
The scandal and its aftermath point to a systemic failure of police accountability. Such failure is fertile soil for police corruption, and makes a repeat of the scandal entirely possible.
Victoria’s newly-elected parliament will have a mandate to address growing concerns of integrity and transparency. Here’s what it could do immediately.
Love him or hate him – and there are plenty in each camp – Daniel Andrews has become one of the most significant state premiers in modern history. This month, he may win yet another term.
The Albanese government has devised a strong model for the new National Anti-Corruption Commission, with robust powers and suitable accountability mechanisms.
There are three main differences between IBAC and ICAC, the Victorian and NSW bodies set up to combat government corruption.
The system for investigating police misconduct, corruption and criminality in Victoria is hopelessly flawed. A culture of integrity within its police force will take time to build.
An independent police complaints system is long overdue in Victoria but is it enough to make police accountable and to address the fear and cynicism towards the force in some parts of the community?
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