MARK DREYFUS MP

It was a Labor government that established the foundations of the anti-discrimination framework underpinned by international human rights law. The Albanese Government will build on that proud tradition of strengthening anti-discrimination law.

This Bill sends a clear message that the Albanese Government takes privacy, security and data protection seriously.

It is a great privilege, on behalf of the Australian Government and the Australian people, to welcome your Honour as a Justice of the High Court of Australia.

It is through meaningful partnership and collaboration with organisations such as the Centre that we can ensure the justice system is designed with those most important stakeholders – the Australian people – in mind.

As Attorney-General, I have an important role to play in safeguarding and promoting the rule of law.

The National Anti-Corruption Commission is a nation-building reform that will help restore trust in government and in Australian democracy.

The Albanese Government is committed to restoring trust and integrity in our institutions, and the ALRC’s most recent report is an important contribution to strengthening the rule of law in Australia.

Labor told Australians that if we were elected we would legislate a National Anti-Corruption Commission this year. Today we honour that commitment.

Today I bring to the parliament a Bill to establish a powerful, transparent and independent National Anti-Corruption Commission.

Open access to information is essential for good decision-making, genuine engagement in democratic government, and combatting corruption

The Anti-Discrimination and Human Rights Legislation Amendment (Respect at Work) Bill 2022 marks a significant step in fulfilling the government's election commitment to implement the recommendations of the Respect@Work report.