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Royal commission into Victorian construction sector could boost Labor’s chances at state election, expert says

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The new Victorian Premier Ben Carroll has promised a royal commission into the construction sector. According to integrity expert William Partlett, this commission could help Labor's electoral prospects by showing voters that the government is acting on alleged corruption involving taxpayer funds on Big Build projects. The commission is expected to hear evidence before the state election.

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Royal commission could boost Labor's standing at the state election

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William Partlett is an associate professor of law and a fellow at the Centre for Public Integrity.

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The royal commission could boost Labor's standing in the state election, according to an integrity expert.

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  • Royal commission could boost Labor's standing at the state election
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<p>Commission promised by new premier would be an ‘important signal’ for voters that the government was acting on alleged corruption</p><ul><li><p>Get our <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/email-newsletters?CMP=cvau_sfl">breaking news email</a>, <a href="https://app.adjust.com/w4u7jx3">free app</a> or <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/series/full-story?CMP=cvau_sfl">daily…

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The royal commission could boost Labor's standing in the state election, according to an integrity expert.

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The commission was promised by new premier Ben Carroll.

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William Partlett is an associate professor of law and a fellow at the Centre for Public Integrity.

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