Nationals Call Inquiry Into Former Australian PM Scott Morrison a Political Distraction

Nationals Call Inquiry Into Former Australian PM Scott Morrison a Political Distraction
David Littleproud speaks during a press conference at Parliament House in Canberra, Australia, on Jan. 5, 2020. Rohan Thomson/Getty Images
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An inquiry into the former prime minister appointing himself to oversee five portfolios is unlikely to achieve anything further, Nationals Leader David Littleproud says.

Advice from the solicitor-general released last week found that while Scott Morrison’s actions undermined the principles of “responsible government,” he did not break any laws.