Key Takeaways
- Robert McClelland, former Labor attorney general, appointed as new boss of National Anti-Corruption Commission.
- McClelland served as top law officer in the Rudd government from 2007 to 2011.
- He has been the deputy chief justice of the federal circuit and family court of Australia since 2018.
Robert McClelland, a former Labor attorney general who served in the Rudd government from 2007 to 2011, has been named as the new head of the National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC).
McClelland, who left parliament in 2013, has since held the position of deputy chief justice of the federal circuit and family court of Australia, appointed by the Coalition government in 2015.
The appointment comes after Paul Brereton, the previous head of the NACC, resigned in May.
McClelland's extensive legal background and experience in public service are expected to bring significant expertise to the role.
His appointment underscores the government's commitment to strengthening anti-corruption efforts in the country.
McClelland's role will involve overseeing the NACC's work in investigating and preventing corruption across various sectors.
The National Anti-Corruption Commission plays a crucial role in ensuring transparency and accountability in government and public institutions.
With his background in law and public service, McClelland is well-positioned to lead the NACC in its mission to combat corruption.
