Scientist calls for audit of scientific evidence underpinning Queensland policy
What happened
Peter Ridd called for the Queensland state government to establish an official audit of scientific evidence used in government policy, such as climate change initiatives. Ridd applied to the Productivity Commission to audit research, particularly the science justifying Great Barrier Reef regulation. He stated that current Great Barrier Reef rules affect farmers, forestry operators, and fisheries, and that the underlying science is "flawed" and "unchecked".
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Why it matters
The call targets the scientific basis for regulations that impact agriculture, forestry, and fisheries in Queensland. If the audit is conducted, it could lead to changes in regulatory requirements, potentially affecting the operational costs and sales of these industries.
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Who's involved
- Peter RiddOcean researcher who requested the audit of scientific evidence.
- Productivity CommissionGovernment agency requested to conduct the audit of research.
- QueenslandState of Australia where the audit of scientific evidence was called for.
- One NationPolitical party supporting Peter Ridd's call for the audit.
Who could feel it
Possible knock-on effectsThese are possibilities Brind reasoned out, not predictions, and not advice. Most are not stated in any report.
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Farmers, forestry operators, and fisheries might face changes in operational costs or sales due to potential regulatory overhauls.
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The entities involved
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Peter Ridd
ocean researcher
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Productivity Commission
Australian Government's principal review and advisory body on microeconomic policy and regulation
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Queensland
state of Australia