Committees
Joint Standing Committee on the Corruption and Crime Commission
Inquiry
The Speaker (Mr Stephen Price) (9:03 am) : I received a letter yesterday from the Chair of the Joint Standing Committee on the Corruption and Crime Commission advising that it has resolved to conduct an inquiry into ways to modernise the Corruption, Crime and Misconduct Act 2003. The committee will inquire into the operation of the act and consider suggestions for improvement, with a particular focus on:
1. The definition of misconduct, including what should constitute serious misconduct and minor misconduct.
2. Who should be included in the definition of public officer.
3. The impact of disclosure restrictions on:
a. witness welfare;
b. a witness's ability to assist police; and
c. the ability to provide feedback to complainants.
4. Measures for ensuring robust investigation of allegations when the Corruption and Crime Commission refers matters back to government agencies and the Western Australia Police Force. The committee will report to both houses by 19 November 2026.
