Ending the ‘Jobs for Mates’ Culture with Dr Sophie Scamps [Webinar]
Restoring trust and integrity in Australia’s democracy was a key issue in 2022 federal election. In March, independent MP Dr Sophie Scamps introduced a new bill designed to end the ‘jobs for mates’ culture in federal politics. The bill seeks to legislate a transparent and independent process for major government public appointments, setting a gold standard for appointments.
This was recorded on Wednesday 17th May 2023 and things may have changed since recording.
The Australia Institute // @theausinstitute
Guest:
Dr Sophie Scamps, Member for Mackellar // @SophieScamps
Host: Ebony Bennett, Deputy Director, the Australia Institute // @ebony_bennett
Producer: Jennifer Macey // @jennifermacey
Edited by: Emily Perkins
Theme Music: Pulse and Thrum; additional music by Blue Dot Sessions
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