Statements
The search for budget detail continues
Labor Leader Bryan Green says the Opposition will be forced to ask questions in Parliament this week that should have been answered in Estimates.
“Liberal ministers wasted valuable time during Budget Estimates, ducking and dodging questions about cuts in their departments,” Mr Green said.
“Labor will again search for answers during Question Time this week.
“It’s not good enough for ministers to avoid scrutiny while public servants are being asked to pay for their pre-election promises.
“The Liberals got themselves into this mess, now they have to explain exactly how Tasmanians are going to pay.
“Treasurer Peter Gutwein’s threats to the Legislative Council are a worrying sign.
“The Liberals failed to consult with public sector workers over the so-called pay freeze, now they expect upper house members to rubber stamp the change.
“Legislative Councillors are rightfully wary of these Liberal tactics.
“Voting against the pay cut does not amount in any way to blocking supply.”
Bryan Green MP Labor Leader