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Did the advice on the ministerial decision making for the procurement processes of an LNG import facility consider whether ministerial selection of a preferred provider could create any actual or perceived conflicts of interest?

Answered Question 4031 (2026)
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Megan Woods

Member for Wigram · Labour Party

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  • Did the advice on the ministerial decision making for the procurement processes of an LNG import facility consider whether ministerial selection of a preferred provider could create any actual or perceived conflicts of interest?

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Hon Simon Watts

Member for North Shore · National Party · Minister for Energy

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The final decision is to be made by a ministerial panel rather than a single minister. There are clear and well-developed processes for the management of any conflicts of interest that may exist.