Albanese says Scott Morrison has a habit of being 'loose with the truth'

Labor leader declares prime minister 'is blaming the media for reporting the facts'

Anthony Albanese has delivered his strongest criticism of the prime minister yet, declaring Scott Morrison has a habit of being "loose with the truth" and blaming the media for reporting facts when he was uncomfortable with legitimate criticisms and questions.

Albanese, who has banned his caucus from using the word "liar" when referring to Morrison or government MPs, said Morrison's latest deflection of Australia's climate record was part of a "pattern" he had developed when asked uncomfortable questions.