Morrison was the social services minister when the program was devised and launched
- What will the former PM be asked at the robodebt royal commission?
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Just before we get underway with the hearing, it is also worth pointing out that Scott Morrison’s lawyers wanted him to have a free run with cabinet documents in order to defend himself. (It was denied)
Luke has reported on that here:
Lawyers for Scott Morrison have said his reputation is “on the line” as they argued the former prime minister should be able to refer to secret cabinet documents when he gives evidence at the robodebt royal commission.
The inquiry was shown damning evidence on Tuesday that government lawyers warned officials in March 2019 that the robodebt scheme may have to be wound up – eight months before it was finally shut down.
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