Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has come under fire following comments made during a radio interview about calls for a royal commission into domestic violence deaths.
Responding to questions about growing demands for a national inquiry, Mr Albanese reportedly said that “people want a royal commission for everything.” The comment prompted pushback from the host, who argued that the killing of women was a major national issue deserving serious attention.
Mr Albanese defended his position, saying royal commissions often end up benefiting lawyers more than delivering practical outcomes. He also argued that Australia already knows what needs to be done to address domestic and family violence, suggesting the focus should be on implementing solutions rather than conducting another inquiry.
The remarks have reignited debate over how governments should tackle domestic violence, with some advocates maintaining that a royal commission is needed to identify systemic failures and drive reform. Others support the Prime Minister’s view that the priority should be acting on existing recommendations and evidence.
The comments come amid ongoing calls from campaigners and victim advocates for stronger action to reduce domestic violence deaths and improve support for those at risk.
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