Concetta Fierravanti-Wells (NSW, Liberal Party, Minister for International Development and the Pacific) Share this | Hansard source

Senator Smith, you might be satisfied but there are legal ramifications that flow. I'm sorry, but a simple assurance from you is not sufficient for a number of these charities. I've been involved in the not-for-profit sector for many, many years and I really do believe that those charities are entitled to a firm legal position. With all due respect, Senator Smith, I take your assurance and I take it on face value but I really think they deserve a bit more than a simple assurance.