NSW's UK Agent-General has told an inquiry his appointment wasn't a case of "jobs for the boys" despite former deputy premier John Barilaro referring him for the position after a coffee meeting.
Stephen Cartwright is one of the state's highest-paying public servants and today gave evidence at the Upper House inquiry into the selection of NSW's Senior Trade and Investment Commissioners (STICs), who have postings in various regions including India, China and the Middle East.
