Berejiklian, Maguire's keys,and her security clearance

 by Ganesh Sahathevan 

The SMH reported on 23 October 2020: 

Ms Berejiklian on Friday gave a written answer to a question on notice from One Nation leader Mark Latham, who asked during Thursday's question time why she "did not make mention of the fact that Daryl Maguire had a key to her north shore home?"

The Premier wrote in response: "It would be inappropriate to comment on these matter while an ICAC investigation is underway."

Mr Maguire is being investigated by the Independent Commission Against Corruption for using his position as the member for Wagga Wagga for his own financial benefit between 2012 and 2018. The commission has heard revelations Mr Maguire was in a secret relationship with the Premier while he was brokering property deals.

The ICAC inquiry does not concern Gladys, as her supporters and she keep reminding us.However, this evasion adds to the other instances of evasion before the ICAC inquiry where she appeared as a witness.

Her tactics may help avoid any adverse finding by ICAC, and any possible breach of any relevant laws.

However, as premier Berejiklian has to maintain a high (if not the highest) level security clearance. Being granted and then maintaining that clearance requires a level of disclosure that is often obscured by the rules of evidence applicable in Australian courts and other quasi-judicial bodies.

The above adds to information in the public domain which would justify withdrawing Berejiklian's security clearance. She cannot be premier without that high level clearance.