One in four Australian ministers go on to work for lobbyists or special interests, study findsMore than one in four federal ministers have gone on to work for a lobbyist firm, peak body or other special interest since 1990, a major new study has found. “Putting in a waiting period creates a buffer that removes that risk or perception issue.”Quick guide Political lobbying in Australia: the basics Show Hide What do lobbyists do? There are two broad types of lobbyists: third-party lobbyists, who are engaged as consultants, and in-house lobbyists, who work directly for corporations or interest groups. But lobbyists also work on behalf of not-for-profits and community groups, including for veterans, social workers, aged-care staff, school principals and environmental organisations. What is the lobbyist register?

Source: The Guardian September 23, 2018 18:00 UTC