The Greens will introduce national independent anti-corruption commission legislation in the Senate next week, Australian Greens Leader Bob Brown said in Adelaide today.
Senator Brown called on South Australian Premier Mike Rann to back the national legislation and establish a South Australian independent commission for anti-corruption (ICAC).
"Australia needs an independent national anti-corruption commission, to operate alongside state schemes," said Senator Brown.
"A national ICAC would not replace a South Australian ICAC.
"Premier Rann has been calling for a national ICAC so I hope he will get behind this Greens action plan.
Senator Brown also welcomed news the federal government will review codes of conduct for lobbyists and consider extending lobbyist registers to in-house government relations.
"The Greens have previously called for all lobbyists, including those who work in-house for companies and government departments to be formally identified.
"Australians want to know that all aspects of the political process are held to rigorous ethical standards."