Response to Attorney General's request to conduct an inquiry
The Community Development and Justice Standing Committee declined the Attorney General's request to conduct an inquiry into the death of the Cockman family due to insufficient time remaining in the 40th Parliament. The Committee acknowledged the importance of the matter but stated it could not adequately address the legal complexities within the available timeframe. The report makes the Attorney General's request public for consideration by the 41st Parliament's committee.
Impact
The decision affects the Cockman family, who sought a public inquest. It also impacts the Attorney General's office and the public's understanding of the Family Court's operations. The matter is deferred to the next parliamentary term.
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