It is clear that ‘public sector integrity’ will be a high profile and critical public sector issue for the foreseeable future. The release of the Robodebt Royal Commission report has highlighted the breadth and depth of integrity challenges at the Commonwealth level – and the operations of the National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) will maintain this focus.

In anticipation of these initiatives, in October 2022, the Public Service Commissioners Conference (PSCC) discussed integrity issues broadly, with further consideration at their March 2023 meeting. All jurisdictions are focused on integrity issues in one way or another, and all public sector commissions are seeking more information and reliable advice related to their integrity priorities and challenges.

The ANZSOG program of work on integrity will drive a coordinated approach to bolster pro-integrity strategies, policies and cultures across jurisdictions – to offer strategic advice that has a positive impact with governments, partners and the community.

ANZSOG welcomes further discussions with public sector commissions and other government entities focused on integrity to share information, boost analysis and support the design of integrity strategies and cultures. The papers included have been authored by ANZSOG staff.