The independent inquiry will be led by former High Court justice Virginia Bell who will deliver her report to the government by 25 November.
will be investigated by a former High Court judge in an independent inquiry announced by the Albanese government.
The inquiry - led by former High Court justice Virginia Bell - will examine the circumstances surroundingto the health, finance, industry, energy and resources, treasury and home affairs portfolios during 2020 and 2021. Asked if Mr Morrison would be forced to cooperate with the inquiry, Mr Albanese said it would be up to Justice Bell.
The announcement of the inquiry follows advice from the Commonwealth solicitor-general this week, who found that
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