Conduct of the inquiry
Background
Purpose of the bill
Changes to the bill since the previous inquiry

The work and reputation of the AIC
Research
Work cultures
Impact on AIC staff
The J V Barry Library
Steps to merge the AIC with the ACC, despite the bill not yet having passed into law
Lack of justification for a merger
Alternative proposals
Committee view

Independence of research is critical
Breadth of research should be maintained
The proposed merger is unnecessary
Conclusion

Conclusion

Public submissions