royal commissions

what are royal commissions?

a royal commission is the highest form of inquiry, which investigates a particular issue through

consultation with experts and the community, then develops a final report of recommendations

for law reform which is tabled in parliament.

what are the roles of royal commissions?

roles of royal commissions:

receive and analyse terms of reference

undertake research and prepare consultation papers

seek submissions from the community

conduct hearings

engage in coercive powers of investigation

present a final report to parliament with recommendations for law reform.

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