MARK DREYFUS MP

It is through meaningful partnership and collaboration with organisations such as the Centre that we can ensure the justice system is designed with those most important stakeholders – the Australian people – in mind.

As Attorney-General, I have an important role to play in safeguarding and promoting the rule of law.

The National Anti-Corruption Commission is a nation-building reform that will help restore trust in government and in Australian democracy.

The Albanese Government is committed to restoring trust and integrity in our institutions, and the ALRC’s most recent report is an important contribution to strengthening the rule of law in Australia.

Labor told Australians that if we were elected we would legislate a National Anti-Corruption Commission this year. Today we honour that commitment.

Today I bring to the parliament a Bill to establish a powerful, transparent and independent National Anti-Corruption Commission.

Open access to information is essential for good decision-making, genuine engagement in democratic government, and combatting corruption

The Anti-Discrimination and Human Rights Legislation Amendment (Respect at Work) Bill 2022 marks a significant step in fulfilling the government's election commitment to implement the recommendations of the Respect@Work report.

Addressing the increasingly sophisticated corruption threats we see across the globe requires a coordinated international approach.

Children are the most precious and vulnerable members of our community. The Government is committed to building on the vital work already underway in partnership with industry and the non-government sector to protect children from sexual abuse.

The integrity of Australia’s public institutions lies at the heart of the Australian Government’s capability to deliver social, political and economic outcomes in the public interest.