Abetz, Sen Eric

Senator ABETZ (Tasmania—Leader of the Government in the Senate, Minister Assisting the Prime Minister for the Public Service and Minister for Employment) (14:01): I am unable, at this stage, to advise the honourable senator as to the form that the request was received, but I am more than happy to take the question on notice. Whilst I am on my feet, I thank the opposition for their bipartisan positioning in this matter. It is a matter of grave concern not only to Australians but to all the world, and the support of the opposition is appreciated.