Regrettable references and claims of ‘rigged’ election laws: why this week has reignited Jacinta Allan spill rumours
Jacinta Allan's leadership is under scrutiny following significant political challenges this week. Her handling of integrity reforms and political donation laws has led to speculation about a potential leadership change ahead of the Victorian election. Some Labor MPs believe her actions were insufficient and came too late to address ongoing issues within the party.
- ▪Jacinta Allan faced major political tests regarding Victoria's anti-corruption body and donation laws.
- ▪Labor MPs are questioning her leadership and suggesting it may be too late for a change before the election.
- ▪The Independent Broad-based Anti-corruption Commission has sought new powers for a decade, which Allan has only recently agreed to.
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Jacinta Allan’s leadership is being questioned after she faced major political tests this week over Victoria’s anti-corruption body, political donation laws and a series of character references written by a newly appointed minister. Photograph: Jay Kogler/AAPView image in fullscreenJacinta Allan’s leadership is being questioned after she faced major political tests this week over Victoria’s anti-corruption body, political donation laws and a series of character references written by a newly appointed minister.
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