Joe Ludwig (Queensland, Australian Labor Party, Manager of Government Business in the Senate) Share this | Hansard source

You tempt me here, but I am advised—and this is in fact correct—that the department and Centrelink have discussed the resource implications of effectively delivering comprehensive compliance assessments. Centrelink, with my agency, have confirmed their ability to manage and deliver the new CCA arrangements. To put it succinctly—and I think I can say this on behalf of Centrelink, although I always err on the side of caution—Centrelink are looking to ensure this new system works. They are keen to work with job seekers, particularly those who may be vulnerable, to make sure that we do assist them in getting back into employment. That is the best outcome for them, and I am confident that Centrelink will be able to work through the CCAs, with their existing resources, to provide that outcome for job seekers.