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The Guardian - AU
The Guardian - AU
National
Paul Karp Chief political correspondent

David Pocock fears Labor trying to work around First Nations consultation on offshore gas projects

Independent senator David Pocock
Independent senator David Pocock has expressed concerns about a bill that would preserve approvals for offshore gas projects, exempting them from reassessment if environmental laws are tightened. Photograph: Mick Tsikas/AAP

The independent senator David Pocock has expressed “grave concerns” Labor is seeking to work around a court decision requiring more consultation with First Nations people on offshore gas developments.

Pocock made the comments at a Senate inquiry hearing on Thursday, at which Tiwi Islanders joined Mardudhunera activist Raelene Cooper in urging the Albanese government not to make changes they argue will allow gas companies to “ignore” their views.

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