Integrity Commission Act 2009

The object of this Act is to promote and enhance standards of ethical conduct by public officers by the establishment of an Integrity Commission.

The objectives of the Integrity Commission are to – improve the standard of conduct, propriety and ethics in public authorities in Tasmania; and enhance public confidence that misconduct by public officers will be appropriately investigated and dealt with; and enhance the quality of, and commitment to, ethical conduct by adopting a strong, educative, preventative and advisory role.

The Integrity Commission will endeavour to achieve these objectives by – educating public officers and the public about integrity; and assisting public authorities deal with misconduct; and dealing with allegations of serious misconduct or misconduct by designated public officers; and making findings and recommendations in relation to its investigations and inquiries.