Labor wants ‘severe political consequences’ but, in the absence of a breach of the law, the Liberal party is standing by the ex-PM
could undermine the principles of responsible government, mislead the public, treat his colleagues with contempt – “trash democracy”, as Anthony Albanese puts it – and face no sanction?that found Morrison’s appointments were legal but “fundamentally undermined” responsible government, the question of how he may be held to account remains unanswered.
The deputy prime minister, Richard Marles, called for there to be “severe political consequences” for Morrison, but what can these be in the absence of a breach of the law?is mostly standing by Morrison, sticking to Dutton’s script: extraordinary times, apology accepted, opposition supports an inquiry, it’s time to move on.
Parliament has some options available to condemn Morrison but these are limited, and again, unlikely to lead to any immediate consequences beyond the reputational.
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