Ministers hint at possible rethink of environmental 'lawfare' crackdown

George Brandis won't rule out a review of the policy, saying he cannot 'pre-empt what discussions may occur in the future'

Senior members of the federal government have indicated that a review of proposed laws that would restrict environmental groups' ability to challenge development projects could be on the cards, in the leadup to a Senate inquiry issuing its findings on the controversial bill.

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