Bob Brown (Tasmania, Australian Greens) Share this | Hansard source

Mr President, I draw your attention to the failure of ministers to answer questions on notice Nos 2523 to 2543. I refer first to Senator Minchin, the Minister representing the Prime Minister. The question was in reference to meetings between the minister and representatives of the Exclusive Brethren and asks:

Has the Minister met with representatives of the Exclusive Brethren in the past 5 years: if so, in each case: (a) when was the meeting; (b) where was the meeting held; (c) who attended the meeting; and (d) what matters were discussed.

The question went to all ministers and ministers representing ministers in the Senate. I ask for an explanation, 65 days on, as to why those questions have not been answered by the Minister representing the Prime Minister and by the other ministers who were asked.