Alex Hawke has addressed his comments describing former prime minister Scott Morrison as “addicted” to power in the wake of the secret portfolio saga.
In her new book ‘Bulldozed’, journalist Niki Savva writes that Mr Hawke accused the former prime minister of being"addicted" to power and that"he wasn't the greatest listener" while leading the country.
Stream Sky News live & on demand with Flash. 25+ news channels in 1 place. New to Flash? Try 1 month free. Offer ends 31 October, 2023“Indeed, we have been friends for many years and my long-term, consistent, and positive views about Scott Morrison are well known and my views on the great success of the Government, under his leadership are forever on the public record for all to see.”
“Like several other colleagues my only concern is in not ultimately being made aware of the unusual reserve administrative arrangements even though these were clearly emergency and pandemic related.”
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