The Parliamentary Library would certainly benefit from more funding, but the Parliamentary Budget Office urgently needs a wider brief and greater independence
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The disturbance in Ghana’s parliament during the election of a speaker has raised questions about its current democratic system.
An open candidate selection process would provide less incentive for the issuance of material benefits to only a few delegates while the constituency is neglected.
To boost inclusivity among its ranks, the House of Commons needs parliamentary reform of its voting procedures to allow electronic online voting, or e-voting, for its members.
With the current state of the South African economy and public finances, the Parliamentary Budget Office could play a major role in ensuring that this happens. But the office is in complete disarray
Indonesia needs to follow the example of many other countries and have a legislative budget office. It would consist of economists that advice government on budgets.
Malcolm Turnbull has announced major changes to the parliamentary entitlements system, modelled on the UK’s system of vetting MPs’ expenses.
Unlike most occupations, MPs are not obliged to take part in any education and training programs to prepare them for their role.
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Adjunct Professor, National Centre for Australian Studies, Monash University
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Economist, UNSW Sydney
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Associate Professor, Faculty of Law, Monash University
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Professor of Economics, University of Canberra
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