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Australian government consultant sparks controversy with conflict of interest: 'Who would think it's a good idea ... ?'


Published on 2024-12-24 03:20:48 - MSN
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  • And it's not just about the conflict of interest. Australian government consultant sparks controversy with conflict of interest: 'Who would think it's a good idea ... ?' first appeared on The Cool Down.

The article discusses a controversy involving a consultant, PwC Australia, which was hired by the Australian government to advise on tax policy. The issue arose when it was revealed that PwC used confidential information from these consultations to help multinational companies reduce their tax liabilities, thereby creating a significant conflict of interest. This breach of trust has led to widespread criticism and calls for stricter regulations on how government contracts are awarded to private firms. The incident has sparked a debate on the ethics of consultancy firms and their role in government policy-making, with many questioning the oversight and accountability mechanisms in place. The Australian government is now under pressure to review its procurement processes to prevent such conflicts in the future.

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