‘Creeping politicisation’ in Victoria’s public service needs ‘urgent attention’, ombudsman warns

Ministerial staffers frequently hired in government departments and independent advice ignored, says report which takes aim at Suburban Rail Loop

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Victoria's ombudsman says there is evidence of creeping politicisation" and a culture of fear" in the state's public service, with ministerial staffers frequently hired in government departments and independent advice ignored.

Deborah Glass on Wednesday tabled her long-awaited report on the alleged politicisation of the public service, which also took aim at the government's Suburban Rail Loop project.

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