What’s the difference between paid work and friendly advice? Charles Perrottet and Icac are finding out
Charles Perrottet, a Liberal party operative, testified at an ICAC inquiry regarding his consulting work for property developer Jean Nassif. The inquiry is investigating potential illegal political donations and the distinction between professional advice and political influence.
Why it matters
The inquiry addresses corruption risks and the influence of property developers in New South Wales politics.
NSW Liberal operative Charles Perrottet gives evidence at the Icac inquiry on Monday. Photograph: ICAC NSW Liberal operative Charles Perrottet gives evidence at the Icac inquiry on Monday. Photograph: ICAC Independent Commission Against Corruption Analysis What’s the difference between paid work and friendly advice? Charles Perrottet and Icac are finding out Anne Davies Star witness says he wasn’t paid directly for advice he gave to a consultancy – but his wife’s company got big sums of money
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Is there a difference between advice and work, when you’re a political operative and large sums of money come your way?
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