NSW Deputy Liberal leader Stuart Ayres has pushed back against accusations he used his influence to appoint former deputy premier John Barilaro to a lucrative US trade role. 9News
READ MORE:One document shows Barilaro did not attract the highest interview score among the final candidates and was instead suggested for the "talent pool" instead of snagging the US trade commissioner role.
"His lack of business development networks would mean that he would have a considerable learning curve in this role."Former deputy premier John Barilaro has since withdrawn from the role, citing media attention. One of the key differences in the scoring on both selection reports was the rating on the candidate's ability to "manage and develop people".Barilaro was awarded the job of US trade commissioner ahead of credentialed bureaucrat Jenny West.I have not done anything wrong'
Ayres is under fire for his handling of the former deputy's appointment, following accusations he used discussions with Brown to promote Barilaro's standing as a candidate."I will continue to say this over and over again. A secretary or a head of an agency updating a minister is not a minister meddling or engaging or directing a person on how to do their job," Ayres said.
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