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Government departments pushed to defer spending ahead of election


Published on 2024-12-16 15:01:04 - The Australian Financial Review
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  • Bureaucrats say they are being asked to "re-profile" spending to minimise the size of deficits in time for the federal polls.

The article from the Australian Financial Review discusses how the Australian government, in anticipation of the upcoming federal election, has instructed various departments to defer spending. This directive comes as part of a broader strategy to manage the budget and potentially present a more favorable financial position before the election. The move involves delaying or reallocating funds for projects and programs, which could impact the timing and delivery of public services and infrastructure. This approach is not uncommon as governments often seek to control fiscal optics in the lead-up to elections, aiming to either showcase fiscal responsibility or to have more funds available for pre-election promises or adjustments. However, this strategy has raised concerns about the potential negative effects on public services and the economy, with critics arguing that such deferrals could lead to inefficiencies and delays in essential services.

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[ https://www.afr.com/politics/federal/government-departments-pushed-to-defer-spending-ahead-of-election-20241216-p5kyl4 ]