Senator Bridget McKenzie has declared war on the “two people” involved in overturning Qatar Airways’ bid for extra flights, warning a Senate inquiry into the decision would get to the bottom of the controversial decision.
The Senate Inquiry into Commonwealth Bilateral Air Service Agreements is in its second week of public hearings, having heard from industry heavyweights including Qantas boss Vanessa Hudson, Virgin Australia CEO Jayne Hrdlicka and executives from all major Australian airports.
The question that lies at the heart of the inquiry – why the gulf carrier’s application was rejected – still remains unanswered, after a series of evasive appearances from Qantas and the public servants privy to the government’s decision-making. Senator McKenzie confirmed that the Senate Committee had voted to summon Mr Joyce before the inquiry when he returned to the country.
During Wednesday’s Senate hearing, Senator McKenzie accused Qantas of having a “quid pro quo” relationship with the government, exchanging public Voice support for Labor squashing the Qatar bid. “Qantas is a protected species under Anthony Albanese,” Senator McKenzie told Sky News Australia on Thursday.Bridget McKenzie has accused the government of a"quid pro quo" relationship with Qantas. Picture: NCA Newswire / Gaye Gerard
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