Concerning Politicisation and ‘Culture of Fear’ in Victoria’s Public Service: Report

Published on December 6, 2023

Victoria’s public service has a concerning trend of politicisation and a culture of fear, a report has revealed.  On Dec. 6, Victorian Ombudsman Deborah Glass presented her second report on the claimed “politicisation” of the state’s public sector. The inquiry, focused on the second term of the Daniel Andrews Labor government, stemmed from a Legislative Council motion alleging improper political influence in the public service. The investigation didn’t find proof that ALP members filled the public service, but it did uncover other types of politicisation, like sidelining non-political voices. Victorian Ombudsman Deborah Glass said “creeping politicisation” is a reality in Victoria and requires urgent attention. ...

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