Work of the committee

The committee’s regular scrutiny work is set out in its Scrutiny Digests, usually tabled each Senate sitting week. The committee also produces annual reports, may inquire into and report on other scrutiny matters, and may receive private briefings.

Scrutiny Digest

Generally tabled each Senate sitting week, containing the committee’s consideration of bills, amendments and ministerial responses

Annual reports

Details on the work of the committee including statistical information, the impact of the committee’s work and relevant case studies

Completed inquiries and reports

Completed inquiries undertaken by the committee and reports on systemic scrutiny issues

Private briefings

Private briefings with government departments to obtain further information about scrutiny concerns