Why does Australia rely on consulting firms such as PwC and not on its own public servants? | Clancy Moore

The interests of such firms are not always aligned with the public interest. This makes them a poor substitute for Treasury officialsFollow our Australia news live blog for the latest updatesGet our morning and afternoon news emails, free app or daily news podcastAustralia is known for punching above its weight. And when it comes to spending on consulting firms, the government has done just that.Australia’s consultancy spend is among the highest in the world, and double that of comparable