Speaker Mark Monaghan’s decision to permit two of his Labor colleagues to use their taxpayer-funded fuel cards for personal interstate holidays was issued secretly on December 23 to an internal government server with no notice – five days after one MLA had already embarked on his trip – and nine days before it came into effect, new documents show.
The secrecy of the Speaker’s Determination meant other politicians were not aware of the changes to entitlements that permitted politicians to use their government fuel cards for personal interstate travel because no notice was provided to them, until it was reported by the NT Independent in May.
Typical snouts in the trough. They know no bounds. Thank you, NT Indy, without your fearless journalism so much would be covered up. Fyles crew we deserve better.
The level of dishonesty of the attorney General is astounding. In private enterprise they would be sacked or charged for misappropriation of funds.
Nothing like making a ruling for your mates. That sort of decision should come from an outside body. They are after all public servants and should be on equal footing with everyone else.