Voice supporters want it to advise executive government. Why are critics worried?

The Indigenous voice’s ability to give advice to the executive is essential to improve outcomes for First Nations people, proponents say. Photograph: Lukas Coch/AAP

The latest rift between critics and supporters of the Indigenous voice referendum is whether the consultation body should be able to advise the executive government or just the parliament.

Last year’s draft constitutional amendment suggested the voice may make representations to both parliament and the executive government, meaning cabinet and the public service could be advised by the voice.