A decade on from Robodebt, the Albanese government is increasing the use of automation without overarching rules or transparency requirements, sparking a push from independent MPs, advocates and public servants to fill in the gaps.
A private member’s bill introduced on Monday would outlaw the riskiest automation, create mandatory risk assessments and disclosures for others, and enshrine review rights.
It came days after the public sector union demanded a …
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