Stephen Parry (President) Share this | Hansard source

Honourable senators, there have been numerous media reports and commentary on the role of the Clerk and officers of the Department of the Senate in recent days. In consultation with the Clerk we have particularly chosen not to enter the debate for a variety of reasons. As this is the last opportunity prior to the Senate rising for the recess where all senators are present, I consider it important to state the following. I have full confidence in the Clerk of the Senate and her officers. All Senate staff serve the Senate in an entirely professional and impartial way and I reject any claims to the contrary.