Week commencing 20 August 2013 - Summary of Cabinet Outcomes

As part of the ACT Government’s Open Government commitment, this document is a public summary of matters considered by Cabinet. It is not intended to be a detailed set of minutes and does not cover all matters considered by Cabinet.  Among matters not covered are materials considered in the formation of the ACT budget, commercial and industrial matters under negotiation, as well as matters that would impact personal privacy, security and the ACT economy.  Nothing in this document can be considered a waiver of the Government’s executive privilege.

Red Tape Reduction – Amendments to the Gaming Machine Act 2004

Cabinet agreed amendments to the Gaming Machine Act 2004 (the Act) be drafted. The amendments will support the Government’s commitment to reduce red tape. The amendments will streamline administrative processes and reduce regulation for gaming machine licensees and the ACT Gambling and Racing Commission.  The legislation will be tabled in the Legislative Assembly later in the year.

Appointments

Cabinet agreed to endorse proposed appointments to the ACT Bushfire Council subject to Standing Committee consultation.

Cabinet agreed to endorse proposed appointments to the Default Insurance Fund Advisory Committee subject to Standing Committee consultation.

Cabinet agreed to endorse the appointment of Professor Valerie Braithwaite as the ACT representative on the National Regulatory Council for a period of two years.

Secretary to Cabinet