CFMEU inquiry: Contractor boss concerned over impartiality of Cross River Rail project staff
A senior contractor executive has raised concerns about the impartiality of staff involved in Brisbane's $9.8 billion Cross River Rail project during a public inquiry into the CFMEU and construction industry misconduct. Vince Sanfilippo of CPB Contractors cited potential bias linked to union influence and government-appointed advisers. He also attributed significant cost overruns to CFMEU activities and labor policies. The inquiry continues with further testimony scheduled from key project and union figures.
- ▪Vince Sanfilippo, CPB Contractors' general manager, questioned the impartiality of Cross River Rail Delivery Authority staff and a government-appointed adviser.
- ▪Sanfilippo stated that CFMEU actions and Labor's industry conditions policy added up to $580 million in project costs, with more expected.
- ▪The Commission of Inquiry is examining allegations of union misconduct, corruption, and improper government influence in Queensland construction projects.
- ▪Former Labor minister Grace Grace has been granted legal representation after evidence emerged of her threatening to cancel a major contract over union disputes.
- ▪Further hearings are planned, with senior figures from CPB, CIMIC Group, and Ghella scheduled to testify.
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