Question probes the rationale behind grain freight subsidies, specifically questioning the influence of the Seasonal Conditions Committee and potential conflicts of interest for its Chairman, Hon Eric Charlton, given that the subsidy disproportionately benefits those least affected by drought.

⏳ Awaiting AnswerQoN 984Legislative Council
Asked
14 November 2000
Portfolio
Transport

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984. Hon Kim Chance to the Minister for Transport:
(1)
Can the Minister confirm that the Government
s decision to subsidise grain freight rates was made on the recommendation of the Seasonal Conditions Committee?
(2)
Is the Chairman of that committee the Hon Eric Charlton?
(3)
Will the Chairman receive a direct of indirect pecuniary reward as a result of the decision to subsidise farmers who are not drought affected, with the greatest proportion of the subsidy going to those who are least affected by the poor seasonal conditions?
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This question is awaiting a response from the Minister.

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