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Deloitte audit report on CBD Metro compensation: Greens secure release
Thursday 20 May 2010
Greens MP and transport spokesperson Lee Rhiannon today won the support of MPs in the NSW Upper House for the release of an independent audit by Deloitte prepared for the government to help decide what compensation will be paid to companies affected by the failed CBD Metro project.
The government spoke and voted against release of the report. It will now be made public in 14 days.
"Millions of dollars worth of public money has been wasted on this misguided project but with the release of this audit report the community will have a better idea of the final figure," Ms Rhiannon said.
"It is disappointing that the government has again tried to keep this report under wraps, hiding behind claims that it is respecting the confidentiality of affected businesses.
"Secrecy and mismanagement are the hallmarks of this government and we see them again in relation to this Deloitte report.
"The public has a legitimate interest in understanding the full story behind the compensation claims associated with this failed project.
"The Greens are still negotiating with the government to secure the release of further CBD metro papers stamped privileged which should be in the public arena," said Ms Rhiannon.
For information: Lee Rhiannon - 9230 3551, 0427 861 568
