Mr. Murray questions the Premier on the timing of the TAB privatisation decision, citing industry uncertainty. The Premier avoids a direct answer, stating he will consult with the industry before making a decision.

AnsweredQoN 706Legislative Assembly
Asked
10 September 2015
Portfolio
Premier

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TAB — PRIVATISATION
706. Mr M.P. MURRAY to the Premier:
I have a supplementary question. The Premier is causing huge
uncertainty and loss of confidence in the industry, so when will he make the
decision?

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I have always made it very clear to the racing industry that I think
the TAB should be sold for the variety of reasons that I have stated.
Mr M.P. Murray : When?
Mr
C.J. BARNETT : The member can ask what he wants and I will answer what I
want; that is the way it works. We are talking to the industry. I went out to
Ascot for early morning training and racing and talked to a large group of
trainers, owners and some jockeys. I am going out to Lark Hill with members on
this side to again talk to some of the people operating out there. I will
continue to work on this issue until I get a broad consensus across the
industry, and I believe I will.

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