IBAC, Victoria’s independent anti-corruption commission, today forwarded a complaint from the State Opposition regarding a Victorian government advertising campaign to the Victorian Public Sector Commissioner for consideration.
The complaint alleges the advertising campaign is a possible breach of the Public Administration Act 2004. This may involve a breach of public sector values or the Code of Conduct for Victorian Public Sector Employees. Such issues are best assessed by the Victorian Public Sector Commission as part of its functions and duties.
IBAC has requested the Victorian Public Sector Commission provide advice on the outcome of its consideration of these issues and notify IBAC should it identify any matters which may constitute corrupt conduct by any public sector employee.
IBAC will then determine what further action is required.
IBAC has advised Mr O’Brien, the Leader of the Opposition, of this decision.
