Political lobbyists with unfettered access to Australia’s parliament to be publicly named
The Australian government is implementing new transparency rules requiring lobbyists to be publicly registered and sponsored by two MPs. This initiative aims to increase accountability for those with access to Parliament House.
Why it matters
It addresses concerns regarding undue influence and lack of oversight in the halls of power, potentially reducing corruption risks.
Under the new lobbyist pass rules, two MPs will need to sign for a lobbyist to register for a pass, with the primary sponsor responsible for their behaviour. Photograph: Mike Bowers/The Guardian View image in fullscreen Under the new lobbyist pass rules, two MPs will need to sign for a lobbyist to register for a pass, with the primary sponsor responsible for their behaviour. Photograph: Mike Bowers/The Guardian Australian politics Political lobbyists with unfettered access to Australia’s parliament to be publicly named MPs who sponsor lobbyists’ entry to halls of power will also be listed online under new transparency rules
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