Queensland’s anti-corruption watchdog has examined only a fraction of corruption complaints against government agencies, including police, in the past year, raising concerns over accountability. With just 20 of over 6,000 suspected corruption cases formally investigated, experts warn the system leaves most allegations without independent scrutiny. The findings come as calls grow louder for the state to finally act on long-delayed reforms, particularly ending the controversial practice of police self-investigation. The annual report, released in parliament, underscores persistent gaps in oversight of public sector misconduct.
Statistics showed there is ‘almost no chance’ a complaint made against a government department like the police would be investigated independently, expert saysGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastQueensland’s anti-corruption commission has investigated just 20 of more than 6,000 complaints of suspected corruption in the past year, as the state government comes under renewed pressure to implement a years-late recommendation to end the practice of police investigating police.The statistic was revealed in Queensland’s Crime and Corruption Commission’s annual report, tabled in state parliament on Friday afternoon. Continue reading...
