Crossbenchers will not support anti-corruption body unless it gets stronger powers

The Coalition’s proposed national integrity commission ‘just doesn’t cut it’, the Centre Alliance warns

A key figure in the emerging Senate crossbench, Rex Patrick, has warned his party will not support the Coalition’s proposed anti-corruption body unless it is given stronger powers.

The make-up of the Senate is still being finalised, but the two Centre Alliance senators appear likely to play a critical role where Labor and the Greens oppose legislation and One Nation votes with the government.

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