Keep politics separate from the justice system
The parliamentary committee investigating Director of Public Prosecutions Sally Dowling accused her of giving false evidence, a finding made by a narrow 4-3 majority. Attorney-General Michael Daley dismissed the inquiry as a politicized 'stitch-up'. Critics argue that the controversy threatens the independence of the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions and the integrity of the justice system.
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Published 09 Jul 2026, 07:00 UTC · Updated 09 Jul 2026, 07:10 UTC
Summary by OZbrief Editorial. Original report: SMH. Editorial policy · Corrections
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