Tasmanian Premier Jeremy Rockliff confirmed that nearly $1 million in taxpayer funds have been used for legal fees for former ministers Madeleine Ogilvie and Jane Howlett, who were fighting the Integrity Commission. Both ministers resigned to the backbench over accusations of misleading parliament.
Tasmanian Premier Jeremy Rockliff confirmed in parliament that $525,000 in taxpayer-funded legal fees for former ministers Madeleine Ogilvie and Jane Howlett were for fighting the Integrity Commission. The total legal costs, including the commission's own expenses, approach $1 million.
Tasmanian Premier Jeremy Rockliff confirmed that nearly $1 million in taxpayer funds covered legal fees for former ministers Madeleine Ogilvie and Jane Howlett fighting the Integrity Commission. Both have resigned to the backbench over accusations of misleading parliament.
A parliamentary committee is pushing for urgent reforms at the National Testing Agency (NTA) following the NEET-UG controversy. The panel also expressed concerns that the CUET exam might hinder JNU's ability to maintain socio-economic and regional diversity.
The European Parliament is poised to approve new regulations for crops developed using New Genomic Techniques (NGTs), potentially marking a significant policy shift. The vote on NGTs is scheduled for June 17, 2026, with proposed rules distinguishing between NGT-1 and NGT-2 crops.
Three senior defence figures, including former ministers John Healey and Al Carns, and Chief of Defence Staff Rich Knighton, have criticized UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer for underfunding the military. They argue the current defence investment plan is insufficient for future operations and alliances, urging for radical policy changes and increased spending.
Le Parlement français a définitivement adopté une loi prolongeant jusqu'à sept mois la rétention administrative des étrangers jugés dangereux en situation irrégulière. La mesure, soutenue par le gouvernement, a suscité une vive opposition de la gauche.
The European Parliament has given final approval to a tariff agreement with Donald Trump, set to expire Dec 31, 2029, unless renewed. The deal includes conditions for tariff reductions on steel and aluminum products.
Sweden's parliament narrowly approved a new law obliging employees of six public agencies to report individuals suspected of lacking residency rights. The 'snitch law,' effective July 13, aims to strengthen deportation operations but faces criticism for potentially eroding public trust and deterring vulnerable groups from seeking help.
Sweden's parliament narrowly approved a new migration law, dubbed the 'snitch law,' requiring employees of six public agencies to report individuals suspected of lacking residency rights. The law, effective July 13, aims to strengthen deportation enforcement but faces criticism for potentially eroding public trust and deterring vulnerable groups from seeking aid.
The right-wing European Conservatives and Reformists (ECR) party, led by Giorgia Meloni, is set to welcome Czech MEP Nikola Bartůšek into its EU Parliament group. This move will solidify ECR as the fourth-largest group with 82 seats, increasing its influence ahead of the 2027 mid-term reshuffle.
The European Parliament approved cutting import duties on US industrial goods, fulfilling a trade deal and averting new tariffs threatened by Donald Trump. The EU aims to meet a July 4 deadline.
The European Parliament has voted to lift the immunity of Italian MEP Fulvio Martusciello, allowing Belgian authorities to investigate bribery allegations involving Huawei. Martusciello denies wrongdoing, claiming transfers were loan repayments.
Hungary's parliament has amended the constitution to limit prime ministers to an eight-year term, a move by Péter Magyar's Tisza party to prevent Viktor Orbán's return. The amendment, passed with a super-majority, also targets controversial state asset transfers and aims to unlock EU funds.
The European Parliament approved a deal to remove EU import duties and ease access for US goods, averting further tariff conflicts and setting tariffs on EU imports to the US.
The European Parliament has given its final approval to a tariff agreement with the United States, aiming to stabilize transatlantic trade relations. The deal, clinched last July, sets levies on EU products at 15% and grants zero tariffs for US industrial goods. A safety net provision allows the European Commission to suspend the pact if US commitments are not met.
The European Parliament approved legislation to implement the EU's trade deal with the US, removing tariffs on US industrial goods and agricultural products. The vote, 440 in favor, marks a final hurdle after repeated frustrations from the Trump administration.
Russian President Vladimir Putin has signed a decree setting the State Duma elections for September 20. This marks the first time residents of Donbass and Novorossiya will participate in parliamentary elections. Over 2,200 elections at various levels are scheduled for the same day.
South Korea's ruling Democratic Party and main opposition People Power Party agreed Tuesday to launch a 45-day parliamentary investigation into the National Election Commission (NEC) due to ballot shortages during recent local elections.
Sweden's parliament has approved new laws allowing residency permits to be revoked for "bad behaviour" and requiring public sector workers to report undocumented individuals. Critics decry the measures as arbitrary and harmful to human rights.
Michael von der Schulenburg, a Member of the European Parliament from Germany's BSW party, stated in a TASS interview that Europe and Russia must resume dialogue, as a mutual spiral of deteriorating relations yields no results. He emphasized that for the EU to have global influence, it must first establish stability in Europe, which necessitates talking to Russia.
Jo Cox, Labour MP for Batley and Spen, was murdered by a far-right extremist on June 16, 2016, during the Brexit campaign. Her sister, Kim Leadbeater, now represents her constituency and discusses the lessons learned from the tragedy as far-right extremism becomes more mainstream.
J&K CM Omar Abdullah confirmed his party's plan to protest at Jantar Mantar, New Delhi, on the first day of Parliament's monsoon session to demand the restoration of the state's status. He stated that his recent meeting with PM Modi did not alter this plan, emphasizing commitments made to restore statehood.
J&K CM Omar Abdullah confirmed his party's plan to protest at Jantar Mantar, New Delhi, on the first day of Parliament's monsoon session to demand the restoration of the state's status. He stated that his recent meeting with PM Modi did not alter this decision, emphasizing commitments made to restore statehood.
