Paul Webster was passed over for the job that went to former Business NSW executive Stephen Cartwright
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A New South Wales trade commissioner passed over for the role of the state’s London agent general “wasn’t shocked” about missing out on the prestigious position, despite emails showing he was the best candidate for the job, an inquiry has heard.
The long-running parliamentary inquiry into the appointment of former deputy premier John Barilaro as a senior trade and investment commissioner (Stic) to the Americas has expanded its focus to the circumstances surrounding all of the state’s lucrative appointments.
Continue reading…Paul Webster was passed over for the job that went to former Business NSW executive Stephen Cartwright Follow our Australia news live blog for the latest updatesGet our morning and afternoon news emails, free app or daily news podcastA New South Wales trade commissioner passed over for the role of the state’s London agent general “wasn’t shocked” about missing out on the prestigious position, despite emails showing he was the best candidate for the job, an inquiry has heard.The long-running parliamentary inquiry into the appointment of former deputy premier John Barilaro as a senior trade and investment commissioner (Stic) to the Americas has expanded its focus to the circumstances surrounding all of the state’s lucrative appointments.Sign up for our free morning and afternoon email newsletters from Guardian Australia for your daily news roundup Continue reading…