Summary of Cabinet Outcomes For The Week of 31 July 2017
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.
Spring 2017 Legislation Program
Cabinet agreed to the proposed Spring 2017 Legislation Program
Government Response to Coronial Report – Inquest into the death of River Parry
Cabinet agreed to the Government response to the Coroner's Report on the inquest into the death of River Parry and public safety matters relating to home swimming pools and spas.
Proposed Amendments to Australian Consumer Law – Schedule 2 of the Competition and Consumer Act 2010
Cabinet agreed to the current proposed amendments to the Australian Consumer Law – Schedule 2 of the Competition and Consumer Act 2010 (Cwlth).
Gaming Machine (Cash Facilities) Amendment Bill 2017
Cabinet agreed to the Gaming Machine (Cash Facilities) Amendment Bill 2017
Public Reporting for Women on Commonwealth Government Boards
Cabinet noted the ACT Government’s commitment to ensure gender balanced nominations are made to Commonwealth Government Boards.
Ministerial Statements
Cabinet endorsed Ministerial statements for the August sitting of the Legislative Assembly on the following topics:
- Government Priorities for Spring 2017;
- June 2017 Trade Delegation;
- Gambling Harm Minimisation; and
- Update on Youth Justice in the ACT.
Appointments
Cabinet endorsed appointment(s) to the:
- Climate Change Council; and
- Light Rail and Parkes Way Project Board.
Cabinet Secretary