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Nationals MPs push for major banking inquiry.

Bank Inquiry
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A growing number of Nationals MPs are pushing for a major inquiry into Australian banks -- despite it being against government policy. Queensland Senator Barry O'Sullivan wants to introduce a private members bill to Parliament and believes he has the numbers to bring on debate. Senator Barry O'Sullivan wants to introduce a bill for a commission of inquiry into bad behaviour by the banks.The inquiry would be similar to a royal commission. While the government is focused on same-sex marriage and citizenship, Senator O'Sullivan has told the ABC this is a crucial issue.


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A growing number of Nationals MPs are pushing for a major inquiry into Australian banks -- despite it being against government policy. Queensland Senator Barry O'Sullivan wants to introduce a private members bill to Parliament and believes he has the numbers to bring on debate. Senator Barry O'Sullivan wants to introduce a bill for a commission of inquiry into bad behaviour by the banks.The inquiry would be similar to a royal commission. While the government is focused on same-sex marriage and citizenship, Senator O'Sullivan has told the ABC this is a crucial issue.



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