Government's FOI Changes Face Setback
Update: 2025-12-04
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The Albanese governments proposed changes to freedom of information laws face a significant setback due to widespread condemnation from the opposition, Greens, and independent senators. The bill, which includes banning anonymous FOI requests, expanding exemptions for cabinet discussions, and introducing fees for journalists and whistleblowers, is unlikely to pass in the Senate. The Coalition, Greens, and independent senators call for a separate, independent review to inform new laws that would modernize the FOI system and restore public trust.
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