Anthony Albanese criticises ‘very strange’ question on whether voice will have input on energy policy

Prime minister says people shouldn’t look for ‘distractions’ on voice to parliament’s ability to advise executive government

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The government has criticised questions over whether the Indigenous voice to parliament will have input into energy policy and Reserve Bank decisions, with Anthony Albanese saying people shouldn’t look for “distractions” in the debate.

The prime minister last week unveiled the wording of the proposed amendment to the constitution, confirming the advisory body could make representations to both parliament and executive government, meaning it could have input into administrative decisions, the development of laws and the work of public servants.

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