Queensland public servants cowed by ‘high price’ of speaking out, Peter Coaldrake says

Greens and LNP call for royal commission in light of new report into government culture and accountability

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Queensland's public servants have become fearful of providing frank and fearless advice to government because of the high price" paid by some who do, according to the man who led a landmark review of the sector.

Prof Peter Coaldrake handed down his 131-page report on Tuesday, citing a culture too tolerant of bullying" and making 14 recommendations including reining in the access and influence of lobbyists.

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