Superannuation tax changes on the table as treasurer calls for ‘national conversation’ on cost

Treasurer Jim Chalmers says the government hasn’t ‘taken any decisions’ on super tax concessions but PM Anthony Albanese has backed calls for a ‘national conversation’. Photograph: Darren England/AAP

The government has not ruled out making changes to superannuation tax concessions in the coming May budget, the treasurer, Jim Chalmers, says.

He said on Wednesday the government “hasn’t determined” whether it should change its position on the scheme.