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The Guardian - AU
The Guardian - AU
National
Paul Karp and Sarah Basford Canales

Federal corruption watchdog being investigated over decision not to investigate robodebt

Gail Furness
Gail Furness has announced she is investigating the Nacc’s decision not to investigate six individuals referred by the robodebt royal commission. Photograph: PR IMAGE

The National Anti-Corruption Commission’s (Nacc) decision not to launch a corruption probe into robodebt is now being investigated by its own watchdog for alleged maladministration or misconduct.

The office of the Nacc inspector, Gail Furness, announced on Thursday she is investigating the controversial decision, which had already been the subject of 900 complaints when she promised in June to inquire into the matter.

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