Labor is likely to adopt stricter controls to stop “jobs for mates” on government boards after ordering a review of appointment standards and processes by former Australian Public Service Commissioner Lynelle Briggs.
Compulsory advertising of roles, professional selection procedures and tracking the performance of board members are expected to emerge from the review of federal government boards, authorities and tribunals.
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Tom Burton has held senior editorial and publishing roles with The Mandarin, The Sydney Morning Herald and as Canberra bureau chief for The Australian Financial Review. He has won three Walkley awards. Connect with Tom on Twitter. Email Tom at tom.burton@afr.com
